Suncheonman National Garden Surpasses 3 Million Visitors During Chuseok Holiday

A Sea of Family Visitors from Across the Country

During the Chuseok holiday period, Suncheonman National Garden offered a variety of programs, immersing visitors in the fragrance of the garden throughout the holiday. In particular, this Chuseok saw an average of more than 50,000 visitors per day, with families, couples, and friends enjoying laughter, relaxation in nature, and recharging their spirits together.

Visitors to Suncheonman National Garden during the Chuseok holiday period. Provided by Suncheon City

Among the main programs, Hanbok Day-where norigae ornaments and lucky pouches were distributed-and the "Chuseok Life Four-Cut Photo" event gained significant popularity. Across the 990,000-square-meter national garden, various experiences and photo zones catering to all generations and tastes created a lively, festive atmosphere filled with happiness throughout the day.

Traditional instrumental and string performances added to the festivities, blending music and laughter and filling the garden with the excitement of the holiday and the warmth of family. As both hometown visitors and tourists mingled, Suncheonman National Garden presented a warm "Garden Chuseok" scene that transcended generations and regions.

Notably, as of October 8, Suncheonman National Garden surpassed 3 million cumulative visitors this year, fully demonstrating its status and strength as Korea’s first national garden.

During this Chuseok holiday, the proportion of foreign visitors increased noticeably, and the garden welcomed large crowds from all over the country. The 3 millionth visitor was also a three-generation family from Eunpyeong-gu, Seoul, marking a symbolic moment that proved Suncheon’s vision as a "garden city where everyone is happy."

Mayor Noh Gwan-gyu stated, "I hope this Chuseok holiday provided families with relaxation in the garden, and that the warm inspiration felt here leads to healing and recovery of the heart." He added, "Surpassing 3 million visitors is a meaningful milestone, showing that Suncheonman National Garden is growing as a center of garden culture on the world stage."