Imsil-gun, Cosmos in Full Bloom Near Okjeongho Suspension Bridge

The cosmos flower field, spanning approximately 40,000 pyeong near the path to Okjeongho Suspension Bridge, which is rapidly emerging as a treasured tourist site in Jeollabuk-do, is creating a spectacular scene that captivates numerous tourists.

According to the county on the 16th, about 43,500 pyeong?equivalent to the size of 19 soccer fields?near Ssangam-ri, Unam-myeon, is in full bloom with colorful cosmos flowers, creating a beautiful spectacle.

Cosmos flowers are in full bloom near Okjeongho Suspension Bridge.
[Photo by Imsil-gun]

Tourists enjoying the autumn atmosphere while visiting Okjeongho Suspension Bridge and Bungeo Island Ecological Park are walking along the cosmos flower path, fully savoring the autumn mood.

In July, the county sowed 570 kg of cosmos seeds and created the cosmos flower path through weed removal and other maintenance work.

The cosmos flower field, which began blooming at the end of September, reached its peak in mid-October, capturing the hearts of visitors.

In particular, this flower field, located on the way to Okjeongho Suspension Bridge and Bungeo Island Ecological Park, offers another attraction for tourists visiting the suspension bridge, gaining popularity.

The cosmos flowers in full bloom across the vast land attract tourists’ attention, with many visitors stopping to take photos.

Additionally, Bungeo Island Ecological Park, a representative attraction of Okjeongho in Imsil-gun, is presenting a dramatic landscape with over 12,000 chrysanthemum flower pots in full bloom and Gujeolcho flowers blooming along the lake.

Following the Chuseok holiday and the Cheese Festival, which attracted about 80,000 visitors, many tourists are expected to visit again around mid-October when the chrysanthemums reach their peak at the suspension bridge and Bungeo Island Ecological Park.

Moreover, the county has planted chrysanthemums along the city streets and major roads in line with the autumn season, creating an autumn atmosphere filled with the scent of chrysanthemums.

Focusing on chrysanthemums, the representative autumn flower, a total of about 18,800 flowers were planted along major roads and at the Imsil intersection.

Especially timed with the Imsil N Cheese Festival, autumn atmospheres have been created not only at the Imsil Cheese Theme Park but also along the 1.1 km walking trail by Imsilcheon Stream and various locations throughout the region, warmly welcoming tourists visiting the county.

The county continues its efforts to provide diverse attractions such as cosmos and chrysanthemum flower displays, ensuring that all visitors to Okjeongho Bungeo Island Ecological Park can create precious memories.

County Governor Sim Min said, “The colorful cosmos scenery blooming along the path to Okjeongho Suspension Bridge and Bungeo Island Ecological Park offers tourists another attraction,” adding, “We hope many people visit Imsil to fully enjoy the autumn flowers blooming at Okjeongho, the Cheese Theme Park, and various locations throughout the region.”

Imsil = Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters, Reporter Park Nosik baekok@asiae.co.kr

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