Jangseong-gun to Open Water Play Facilities Including Hong Gil-dong Theme Park from the 8th

Jangseong-gun, Jeollanam-do will officially open its water play facilities starting from the 8th.

According to the county on the 6th, one of the water play facilities, Hong Gil-dong Theme Park, features the restored birthplace and mountain residence of the historical figure Hong Gil-dong, as well as an ecological learning center, a traditional Korean archery range, a camping site, and lodging facilities.

Children playing in the water at the floor fountain of Jangseong-gun Hong Gil-dong Theme Park.
Photo by Jangseong-gun

Visitors can freely run and play on the vast lawn that stretches over more than 83,000 pyeong (approximately 274,000 square meters), or relax while breathing in the fresh air of the cypress forest on Chukryeongsan Mountain.

However, if you visit Hong Gil-dong Theme Park in the summer, you must experience the charm of the “floor fountains.” When you park your car and look toward the plaza, you can spot the fountains among the families who have gathered early.

There are two fountains in total. A floor fountain that shoots water in various shapes and a refreshing circular fountain are installed side by side.

Children alternate between the two fountains, forgetting the heat. Adults don’t have to just watch quietly. If you have a change of clothes, it is recommended to boldly immerse yourself in the floor fountain.

The county confirmed there were no issues through a trial operation earlier this month and completed water quality inspections. The fountains will start operating from the 8th, open only on Saturdays and Sundays this month, and operate on weekdays during the vacation season. The operating hours are from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Visitors only need to simply bring essentials such as mats, clothes, towels, sunscreen, and mosquito repellent for outdoor water play. Arriving early to match the fountain operating hours will help secure a good spot.

If you still feel unsatisfied after playing at Hong Gil-dong Theme Park, you can visit the Sangmu Peace Park Music Fountain after dinner.

The fountain, with 296 nozzles, and 134 LED lights installed on the floor change beautifully in sync with the music. It operates every 40 minutes from noon until 8:40 p.m.

County Governor Kim Han-jong said, “We have made every effort to manage the facilities so that visitors can enjoy water play safely,” and added, “We hope everyone has a cool and happy summer at Hong Gil-dong Theme Park and Sangmu Peace Park.”

Meanwhile, the county conducts water quality tests twice a month on four items for the water play facilities. Safety personnel will also be assigned to each site in the future.

Jangseong = Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters, Reporter Jo Han-gyu baekok@asiae.co.kr

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