Mayor Jung Moonheon of Jongno District: "Gwanghwamun Square Will Become a Media Art Gallery for the World"

Opening Ceremony Marks the Official Launch of Gwanghwamun Square
Aiming to Become a Global Media Art Gallery Beyond Times Square

Jongno District in Seoul (Mayor Jung Moonheon) announced on the 7th that it officially launched the 'Gwanghwamun Square Opening Ceremony' on the evening of the 5th at the Gwanghwamun Square Playground, coinciding with the lighting of the KT Square.

Jung Moonheon, Mayor of Jongno District Office (6th from the right), is taking a commemorative photo at the Gwanghwamun Square opening ceremony. Provided by Jongno District Office.

The event began with an opening declaration and congratulatory remarks, followed by a lighting ceremony with participation from citizens and distinguished guests. During the countdown for the Media Wall lighting, a video jointly produced by Jongno District, KT, and the Cultural Heritage Administration was also released for the first time.

Gwanghwamun Square is the second phase of the Ministry of the Interior and Safety's Free Signage Zone project, and will be promoted from 2024 to 2033 across approximately 220,000 square meters, including Gwanghwamun Square and the Sejong-daero area.

Mayor Jung Moonheon stated, "This is a meaningful moment marking the birth of Gwanghwamun Square, which will surpass New York's Times Square," adding, "We will establish Gwanghwamun Square as a media art gallery that people from around the world can enjoy."