Gongju City Showcases the National Prestige of Baekje Diplomacy to Global Diplomats

Thirty Diplomats and Their Families from Seven Countries Participate
Experience World Heritage at Gongsanseong Fortress and the Tomb of King Muryeong

The city of Gongju in South Chungcheong Province announced on September 15 that it held the world heritage promotion program "Embodying the National Prestige of Baekje Diplomacy" on September 13, in collaboration with the National Heritage Administration, South Chungcheong Province, and the Our Culture Convergence Promotion Institute.

According to the city, the event was held under the theme "Heritage Enjoyed Together with Global Citizens," and was attended by about 30 diplomats and their families from seven countries, including Honduras and Kenya. Participants experienced firsthand the history and culture of Gongju, which was once a hub for the exchange of ancient East Asian civilizations.

Attendees toured key sites such as Gongsanseong Fortress's Gongbuknu Pavilion, Yeongeunsa Temple, and Ssangsujeong Pavilion, gaining a sense of the royal capital's stature. At the National Gongju Museum, they encountered the splendid culture of Baekje.

They then visited the Tomb of King Muryeong and the Royal Tombs Park, experiencing the essence of Baekje royal culture. In particular, the diplomats participated in the production of a promotional video to highlight the value of world heritage, thereby shedding new light on the international status of the Baekje Historic Areas.

Mayor Choi Woncheol stated, "Gongju is a world heritage city that embraces the glorious history of Baekje. I hope this event will serve as an opportunity to deepen exchanges with various countries," adding, "We will continue to strengthen international solidarity and cooperation in the future."

Meanwhile, the Baekje Historic Areas, which include Gongsanseong Fortress, the Tomb of King Muryeong, and the Royal Tombs Park, were inscribed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites in 2015, marking their 10th anniversary this year.

Additionally, Magoksa Temple in Gongju was designated in 2018 as part of "Sansa, Buddhist Mountain Monasteries in Korea," recognizing the universal value of Buddhist culture.

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