Busan International Travel Fair (BITF) offers a look into world travel and culture, with about 210 participating companies from 30 countries.
About the Fair: The Busan International Travel Fair takes place at BEXCO, the very location where 2005 APEC was held. This fair is open to everyone interested in travel and culture. BEXCO installed an APEC promotional hall and hosted cultural shows during the 2005 APEC.
Korea’s local government bodies will be there to introduce Korea’s provincial tour resources and culture. The Travel Industry section’s participants include local government bodies and travel industries. The International Exchange section’s participants include international companies, cities, and foreign government bodies. Visitors will have access to a variety of information through these sectors.
The center stage in the exhibition hall will hold cultural performances from all over the world, and also show promotional screen images. A photo exhibition showing Korea’s major tour sites will also be on display along with souvenirs.
Fair Highlights: The Busan International Travel Fair is well known for it large scale free gift events. The main stage displays a car, international flight vouchers, international travel vouchers, hotel accommodation vouchers, and more. Furthermore, each booth offers their very own performances and events.
Visitors can win a free calling card and/or other items just by participating in a short quiz or event. Gather travel related information and win some free gifts at the Busan International Travel Fair.
Lotus flower was considered the symbol of light and life in India, and became a major symbol in Buddhism.
Bongwonsa Temple in Seoul will be hosting the Lotus Flower Festival, featuring various hands-on programs as well as a walking path for enjoying lotus flowers.
The Tea World Festival began in 2003 and has grown to become the largest tea exhibition in Korea, showcasing the goods of tea producers from across the country. With the combination of events, performances, and representatives from Korea’s tea industry, the festival is a must-see event for tea enthusiasts everywhere.
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Yeongwol Donggang Winter Festival will be held at Donggang River in Yeongwol-gun, Gangwon-do. Festival activities include ice fishing for trout, dog sledding, riding snow bikes, and traditional games like paengi chigi (top spinning) and jegi chagi (shuttlecock kicking).
Special evening admission to the Gyeongbokgung Palace takes place every year, usually from April to June and August to October. Apart from general admission, visitors can book for a special evening program that offers a guided tour of the palace.
Let's Rock Festival will be held at the Youth Plaza in Nanji Hangang Park and it features the large scale festival, taking place in the urban area with various artists, stages and sightseeing, eating, and entertainments all in one.
Tourists travel from far and wide to visit the Geoje Codfish Festival and particularly to participate in the Codfish Direct Sales Marketplace, and the on-the-spot codfish auctions. As well as these famous events, the Geoje Codfish Festival presents a variety of performances and events including the Geoje specialty farmer’s market and the Geoje Codfish Quiz Competition, there will also be a food marketplace. Throughout the festival visitors will be able to buy codfish and salted fish at affordable prices.
The Rainbow Island Music & Camping Festival is held In Namiseom Island. The festival will star a number of musicians of different genres, including several DJ crews. Visitors can enjoy the music while they camp outdoors in the beautiful Namiseom Island.
The Seoul Bike Parade is a festivity promoting energy conservation culture among Seoul citizens.
The parade starts at Gwanghwamun Square with about 5,000 participants. The bikes pass Seoul Station and the north end of Hangangdaegyo Bridge and finish at Peace Plaza in the World Cup Park.
Participating citizens can enjoy the cool breezes of the beautiful Han River while riding a bike along Seoul’s most representative courses, including from Gwanghwamun to the north end of Hangangdaegyo Bridge, and the Gangbyeonbuk-ro course passing under the seven bridges of the Hangang River.
The Great Mountains International Music Festival & School (GMMFS) is operated by the government of Gangwon Province. Premier musical performances from some of today's most celebrated artists are held during the festival period, while the school operates all year round, providing highly-respected, intensive training for the next generation of classical musicians. Located in South Korea's spectacular Great Mountain region, renowned for its beautiful terrain, the festival brings together an impressive array of internationally recognized artists and faculty.
The Great Mountains International Music Festival & School offers something for every music lover. Come and hear internationally acclaimed artists, observe how revered educators engage convey lessons in music and life, and discover the bright new talents of the future—all in the pristine mountain region of Gangwon Province!
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