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A Precious Opportunity to Fully Enjoy the Unique Charm of the Island Mino Festival

Shinan-gun, Jeollanam-do, will open the 'Island Croaker Festival' on Imjado, filled with the scent of tulips and red plum blossoms, on the 2nd of next month.

According to the county on the 17th, this event has overcome difficulties after repeated cancellations due to typhoons and COVID-19, and is now celebrating its 16th edition.

Started in 1998, the Croaker Festival has showcased the special charm of Imja Taeido. During the Japanese colonial period, this place was famous for its abundant croaker catch, but currently, the catch volume has significantly decreased.

Park Woo-ryang, the governor of Shinan County, is delivering a commemorative speech at the opening ceremony of the Island Croaker Festival in August last year. (Photo by Shinan County)

In the clear air of June and July, eating croaker allows you to experience its unique soft and savory taste. With this in mind, the festival called Croaker Love is held.

Yoo Eok-geun, Chairman of the Island Croaker Festival Promotion Committee, said, “At this special place where seafood and art meet, a variety of programs await, including croaker filleting shows, singer performances, and various food offerings.” He added, “We hope many tourists visit to enjoy the Daegwang Beach where the wind breaks and the pine forest walks as a bonus.”

Park Woo-ryang, the county governor, said, “The two-day Island Croaker Festival is a precious opportunity to fully enjoy its special charm,” and added, “We hope people create new memories amid our lives that have changed from before.”

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