[Photo] 'New Gwiju Battle, Gang Gam-chan's Dream'... Gwanak Gang Gam-chan Festival Returns After 3 Years

Children experiencing the Battle of Heunghwajin at Goryeo Folk Village Byeokrando 21

[Asia Economy Reporter Jongil Park] Gwanak-gu (Mayor Park Junhee) opened the '2022 Gwanak Gang Gamchan Festival' on the 14th.

The festival will be held for three days until the 16th at Nakseongdae Park under the theme 'The New Battle of Gwiju, Gang Gamchan's Dream.'

On the first day, the preliminary round of the Janggi match 'The New Battle of Gwiju, Jangiyo! Meongiyo!' began. Representatives from each neighborhood showcased their strategies, turning the festival into a place of harmony and exchange.

In the evening, young people gathered. The 'Street Dance' performance stage, planned by youth under the theme 'Nanda Youth, Stars Rise,' heated up the festival even more.

On the 15th, the Goryeo history quiz 'Gang Gamchan Golden Bell' and the 'Goryeo History Forum' with Professors Lee Ikju and Seo Kyungdeok were held, giving residents a chance to learn about Goryeo history.

At the Goryeo Folk Village set up at the festival site, various programs themed around the Goryeo era are prepared, including lively Pansori and tightrope walking performances, as well as the Gang Gamchan Playground. Also, at the entrance's special photo zone, residents can be seen writing wishes and hanging wish stars and wish papers.

Mayor Park Junhee said, “I hope this festival becomes an opportunity for residents, exhausted from COVID-19 and flood damage, to enjoy and comfort each other,” and added, “We will continue to expand spaces where residents can come together in harmony and exchange.”

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