Gwangju Seo-gu 'Seochang Nuri-gil Development Project' Selected in Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport Contest

Securing 500 Million Won in Project Funding

[Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Yoon Jamin] Seo-gu, Gwangju Metropolitan City (Mayor Seo Daeseok) announced on the 5th that the ‘Seochang Nuri-gil Development Project’ was finally selected in the 2021 Greenbelt Environmental and Cultural Sector Contest Project hosted by the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport.

Seo-gu secured a project budget of 500 million KRW through this selection.

The environmental and cultural projects within the greenbelt are contest projects promoted by the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport to improve the quality of life for local residents and nearby urban citizens.

Through the ‘Seochang Nuri-gil Development Project,’ the district plans to create a cultural belt linking the historical culture and natural resources of the Seochang-dong area.

It also plans to provide a leisure activity space for local residents and offer programs to explore and experience history and culture, thereby providing a nature-friendly ecological cultural education environment.

This project is expected to contribute to increasing income and job creation for local residents by revitalizing the tourism industry through connecting tourism resources around Seochang and creating a walking trail (8.15 km) filled with stories that attract visitors.

In particular, next year, Seo-gu will create the ‘Seo-gu Ieum-gil’ totaling 51.8 km with three courses (Course 1: Seo-gu Scenery Trail, Course 2: May 18 History Trail, Course 3: Cultural Breath Trail) by linking excellent local resources.

Through this Seochang Nuri-gil Development Project, the disconnected walking paths will be connected, allowing the final confirmation of the Seo-gu Ieum-gil.

A Seo-gu official said, “The Seo-gu Ieum-gil Development Project to be completed through this contest is a ‘path network’ project unique to Seo-gu, including the selection of names and routes matching the concept of each course, and linking Seo-gu’s mountains, fields, rivers, and historical and cultural resources with attractions, food, and experiences.” He added, “By creating paths with stories where people can learn about and experience Seo-gu, we will enhance Seo-gu’s brand value and tourism promotion effects, laying the foundation for cultural tourism and regional economic revitalization.”

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