A Festival of 'Three Gardens, Three Colors'
Blending Gardens, Culture, and Art
Gurye County in South Jeolla Province announced on May 30 that it will host the '2025 Jeollanam-do Private Garden Festa' at three private gardens?Ssangsanjae, Cheongaehyangnamusup, and Banyawon?from May 31 to June 7.
All of the venues for this event were simultaneously selected as part of the '2024 Top 30 Beautiful Private Gardens in Korea.' Gurye County was recognized last year as the region with the highest number of selected private gardens nationwide, and it was also the only area where all local private gardens were selected at the same time.
This year's festa, held under the theme of 'Three Gardens, Three Colors,' will showcase the unique characteristics and charms of each garden in diverse ways.
Ssangsanjae features the elegance of a 300-year-old traditional house and the atmosphere of a classic garden. Cheongaehyangnamusup is known for its 1,000 juniper trees and the subtle fragrances of osmanthus and plum blossoms. Banyawon boasts tranquil beauty with its blend of plane trees, pine forests, and a refreshing pond.
The event will offer experience programs, exhibitions, and performances that highlight the individuality of each garden. Visitors can enjoy a variety of content designed to engage all five senses, including traditional cultural experiences such as tea and Hanbok, garden ornament making, poetry and art exhibitions. In addition, a flea market and local specialty product booths will be operated to provide opportunities for residents and tourists to interact.
Kim Soonho, the county governor, stated, "Gurye is a place where the entire city is a single garden, and I am proud to say it is a paradise embraced by nature. We will continue to elevate the quality of our garden culture and consistently discover new culture, art, and wellness content linked to our gardens."
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