2021 Seoul Rose Festival: Popular Operation of 16 Small Rose Gardens by Districts

Small-scale performances held to disperse audiences... Passing by in front of homes, providing small daily pleasures receives great response

[Asia Economy Reporter Jong-il Park] The 2021 Seoul Rose Festival, held by Jungnang-gu (Mayor Ryu Kyung-gi) and hosted and organized by the Jungnang Cultural Foundation (Chairman Pyo Jae-soon), has received high praise for being operated in a distributed manner across different regions.

Unlike previous large-scale events held along the Jungnangcheon Stream, the 2021 Seoul Rose Festival created 'Mini Rose Gardens of Hope' in 16 community centers throughout Jungnang-gu, allowing for safe and distributed operation with residents.

The 'Mini Rose Gardens of Hope' are pop-up gardens planned and cultivated directly by residents. Composed of sculpture exhibitions and photo zones, they were designed so that anyone can quietly enjoy viewing flowers in daily life without any burden.

In particular, each garden was uniquely themed with distinctive subjects related to the respective neighborhood, such as coffee, magpies, fashion, The Little Prince, rainbows, and amusement parks, adding to the visual enjoyment.

Additionally, from the 17th to the 26th, rose-themed neighborhood gatherings were held at each rose garden with direct participation from residents. These gatherings included experiential programs such as making rose soap and hanji crafts, along with short small-scale performances like harmonica, children's dance, magic shows, and choir, making the festival even richer.

Ryu Kyung-gi, Mayor of Jungnang-gu, said, "I hope this festival provided a small rest for residents tired from COVID-19," and added, "We will continue to support so that the Seoul Rose Festival can be held together with residents."

The Mini Rose Gardens of Hope can also be enjoyed online. On the Jungnang-gu Office YouTube channel's 'Jungnang Today ? Our Neighborhood Rose Garden,' you can see the 16 Mini Rose Gardens of Hope and the beautiful roses.

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