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Jeongeup National Bullfighting Festival

정읍전국민속소싸움대회

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338, Naejangsan-ro, Jeongeup-si, Jeollabuk-do (전북 정읍시 부전동 338-3)

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Jeongeup is well known as the birthplace of the Donghak Peasant Revolution, staged against oppressive corrupt officials. Mt. Naejangsan in Jeongeup is also known as the best place to enjoy autumn leaves. Another worthwhile destination is the city’s National Bullfighting Festival, which features Korea’s unique bullfights.
This is a great opportunity to learn about and experience Korea’s unique bullfighting tradition and the local cattle market. Designated as one of Korea’s Ten Best Regional Cultural & Tourism Festivals by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism, the National Bullfighting Festival has been recognized as a major Korean festival.

Festival Overview: In its ninth consecutive year, the National Bullfighting Festival was previously held in May. However, it now is also held in autumn to coincide with the glorious autumn foliage season on Mt. Naejangsan. Unlike Spanish bullfights, in which a matador faces the bull, the Korean version of bullfighting has two bulls fighting against each other. Spectators shout enthusiastically as these powerful animals fight to win by pushing and goring their opponent.
In addition to the Nationwide Bulls Championship Title Match, which is the main event, there will also be a program featuring a variety of pet animals and a cattle show as well as the photo exhibits.

Festival Highlights: Jeongeup ranch and farm products are renowned for their high quality. Located near the bullfighting arena, a promotional pavilion and market sell Jeongeup’s hanu beef, and visitors can purchase high quality beef at inexpensive prices. Visitors will enjoy the festival’s ambience in the evening too when there will be a campfire and fireworks display.

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End date: 20151102
Venue: Naejangsan National Park
(Culture Square) (내장산문화광장)
Start date: 20151029
Venue info: [Bus]
From Seoul Central City Bus Terminal, take a bus to Jeongeup (정읍).
* Bus schedule: 06:30-23:00, 40min intervals

From Jeongeup Bus Terminal or Jeongeup Station, take Bus 171 to Naejangsan
(내장산, 30min intervals).
Hours: 4,000 won (Group: 15 or more people) / Pre-schoolers 3,000 won
* Free admission to exhibition / pre-schoolers booking discounts apply (General screening)

Updated 2017.03.24

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338, Naejangsan-ro, Jeongeup-si, Jeollabuk-do

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