Come Visit the Geochang Incident Memorial Park to See the Mugunghwa Flowers!

Since 2012, 8,000 Trees Planted in Mugunghwa Hill Show Their True Value After 10 Years

Mugunghwa flowers blooming at Geochang Incident Memorial Park

[Asia Economy Yeongnam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Choi Soon-kyung] At the Geochang Incident Memorial Park in Sinwon-myeon, Geochang-gun, Gyeongnam, the national flower Mugunghwa, symbolizing the spirit of the nation and unwavering loyalty throughout history, is in full bloom.

The national flower Mugunghwa is said to have gotten its name because the flower blooms continuously for about 100 days from July to October, as reflected in the lyrics of the national anthem: "Mugunghwa samcheolli hwaryeo gangsan, Daehan saram Daehan-euro giri bojeonhase" (Mugunghwa, three thousand ri of splendid rivers and mountains, Koreans preserve it forever as Koreans).

Until last year, despite being the blooming season, the flowers did not bloom properly, so the Geochang Incident Office made multifaceted efforts such as pruning, applying solid compound fertilizer periodically, and pest and disease control.

As a result, this year the Mugunghwa flowers have formed clusters and bloomed abundantly, transforming into a new summer attraction at the Geochang Incident Memorial Park.

Kim Mi-jung, head of the Geochang Incident Office, said, "The flower language of Mugunghwa means unwavering loyalty and eternity," adding, "Like a flower that blooms forever and never fades, I hope people reflect on the love for the country and the painful history of the Geochang Incident and remember it forever."

The Mugunghwa Hill within the Geochang Incident Memorial Park was planted with 8,000 trees in 2012 during the 67th Arbor Day event, with participation from public officials, organizations, residents, and students, and has shown its true value after 10 years.

Additionally, various flowers such as hydrangeas, lotus flowers, and crepe myrtles have endured severe drought and heat, proudly flourishing alongside the Mugunghwa.

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