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Hwaseong Haenggung 24 Martial Arts Trial Performance
Gyeonggi-do(Suwon-si) , suwon

24 Martials Arts (Muye 24-gi in Korean) refers to the 24 martial art techniques in the Muyedobotongji (Comprehensive Illustrated Manual of Martial Arts). The manual was compiled in 1790 by Silhak (practical learning school of Confucianism) scholars Lee Deok-mu and Park Jae-ga, along with the martial art expert Baek Dong-su, under the orders of King Jeongjo (22nd ruler of the Joseon Dynasty). Regarded as a resource for understanding the nature of Korean military science, the manual is an exemplary martial arts compilation that was organized into 24 techniques by adopting the traditional martial arts of Joseon, as well as China and Japan. The 24 Martial Arts were practiced by the soldiers of the outer military unit of Jangyongyeong, the most elite military troop during the Joseon Dynasty. Soldiers stationed at the northern and southern military camps of Hwaseong Haenggung Palace practiced these techniques to effectively guard the palace. It is a considered as a significant intangible heritage because of its great historical, artistic, and athletic values. With the restoration of Hwaseong Haenggung Palace, a regular event is being held to demonstrate the 24 Martial Arts. The performance features 18 ground martial arts among the 24 techniques recorded in the Muyedobotongji. From every Tuesday to Sunday at 11:00, the 24 Martial Arts Trial Performance where eighteen martial arts will be performed as they fight on ground among twenty four martial arts written in Muyedobotongji (Korean Martial Art Book) at the Hwaseong Haenggung Palace.

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Gwangyang International Maehwa Festival
Jeollanam-do(Gwangyang-si)

Gwangyang International Maehwa Festival takes place in Seomjin Village, home of the largest number of plum blossom trees in Korea. During the festival period, visitors can enjoy a walk beneath the plum blossoms, and also sample and purchase local organic plum products.

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Hwacheon Sancheoneo (Mountain Trout) Ice Festival
Gangwon-do(Hwacheon-gun)

The Hwacheon Sancheoneo (Mountain Trout) Ice Festival will be taking place at Hwacheon county in Gangwon-do. This virtually untouched region is known as the first area in Korea that freezes over in winter, and the river is covered with a thick layer of ice. Visitors can try ice fishing, and those who are feeling brave can try to catch the mountain trout with their bare hands. Many other fun activities and performances are available, including an exhibition of ice sculptures that took 20 weeks to prepare. Visitors can also sample raw and grilled mountain trout, both of which are delicious.

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Bastille Day
Seoul(Jung-gu)

FKCCI Bastille Day event is one of the chamber’s biggest annual events. Bastille Day is the name given in English-speaking countries to the French National Day, which is celebrated on the 14th of July every year. In France, it is formally called La Fête Nationale (The National Celebration) and commonly le Quatorze Juillet. This cultural event represents the anniversary of the storming of the Bastille fortress-prison, which is seen as a symbol of the end of the constitutional monarchy that preceded the First Republic during the French Revolution. Festivities in France begin with a big parade held on the morning of July 14th on the Champs-Élysées avenue in Paris, which is attended by the president of france and broadcast on television. Other programs include a VIP garden party at the Elysée and the final bouquet of fireworks all around the Eiffel Tower. In celebration of this national holiday, the French Korean Chamber of Commerce and Industry and Embassy of France in Korea organize an annual party. The result is a festival of over 500 people celebrating Bastille Day in a joyful and vibrant atmosphere. It is a day for people of all ages to come and enjoy France and French culture in Korea. Sponsors: AA Korea Hotel Management Co., Ltd., Asian Tigers Korea, Axa General Insurance Co., Ltd., Bel Cheese, Bioderma Korea Ltd., Bluebell Korea Ltd., BNP Paribas, Christian Dior Couture Korea, D.P.J. & Partners, Ltd., Darphin Paris, G.H. Mumm, KOLON Global Corp., L'Oréal Korea, Société Générale Korea, Veolia Water Korea.

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Gurye Sansuyu Festival
Jeollanam-do(Gurye-gun)

Gurye Sansuyu Festival is an annual spring flower festival that takes place in the Jirisan Mountain hot springs area. Major programs include cornus fruit liquor making and cornus fruit makgeolli tasting, while other programs include traditional music and dance performances and fireworks displays.

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Haneul Park Sunrise Festival
Seoul(Mapo-gu)

The annual Haneul Park Sunrise Festival takes place at Haneul Park on January 1. Many people gather every year to bid farewell to the passing year and wish a happy New Year.

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Daegu International Opera Festival
Daegu(Buk-gu)

Daegu International Opera Festival will be held on performance stages throughout Daegu.During the festival, people can feel the important values of challenge, purity, sacrifice, and adventure, all under the theme of ‘Love we lost’.

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Rose of Sharon Festival of The Garden of Morning Calm
Gyeonggi-do(Gapyeong-gun)

Gapyeong's Garden of Morning Calm will hold the Rose of Sharon Festival on July 15 - August 31. The garden, which organizes this festival annually, exhibits about 150 kinds of rose of Sharon, the nation's largest rose display of its kind, and also has Hibiscus Hill to remind visitors the meaning of the rose of Sharon. Visitors can also enjoy the variey of events such as a photograghy exhibition on the rose of Sharon, a rose of Sharon exhibition, rose of Sharon origami, rose of Sharon cuttage and many more.

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Ulsan Grand Park Rose Festival
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Ulsan Grand Park Rose Festival has been held since 2005 and will have on exhibit about 3 million roses in a rose garden (44,737㎡). In particular, premium rose species are widely planted. The festival offers various beauty of rose with diverse views like from Cupid Garden, Venus Garden, Rose Hills or themed garden. Upon entering the rose garden, visitors can see animals like 23 types with 1,333 birds and 17 types with 122 animals including monkeys and meerkats.

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Seoul Summer Sale
Seoul(Jung-gu)

Seoul is holding its annual month-long Seoul Summer Sale to attract international tourists looking fro some great shopping opportunities.The Seoul Summer Sale offers foreign travelers and residents great deals and discounts at a variety of over 92 brands at a total of 500 stores, duty free shops, large discount stores, cosmetics stores, theaters, restaurants, and more. Come to the dynamic city of Seoul and visit the wide range of stores participating in the Seoul Summer Sale. Receive huge discounts and plenty of free gifts. Also, 3 million Welcome Kits containing cosmetics samples and coupons will be distributed throughout participating locations. 

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