Expansion of Community Sports Infrastructure, Pohang City Opens 'Donghae Multipurpose Gymnasium'

Equipped with Multipurpose Auditorium, Gym, Screen Golf Course, and Ocean Observatory

New Sports Space Harmonizing with Donghae's Natural Scenery Opens on the 2nd

On the 2nd, Pohang City held an opening ceremony for the Donghae Multipurpose Gymnasium to support residents' healthy lives and leisure activities.

Pohang City held the opening ceremony of the Donghae Multipurpose Gymnasium on the 2nd. Photo by Pohang City

The opening ceremony was attended by about 200 people, including Mayor Lee Kang-deok of Pohang, city and provincial council members, and residents, celebrating the beginning of the new sports facility.

The event started with a performance by a local pungmul troupe, followed by congratulatory speeches from key guests, a ribbon-cutting ceremony, and a facility tour, concluding with great interest and participation from many citizens.

Constructed with a total project cost of 11 billion KRW and covering an area of 2,269㎡, this gymnasium was designed to withstand strong sea winds and earthquakes, reflecting the local environmental characteristics.

Equipped with a multipurpose auditorium, fitness center, and screen golf facilities, this venue also features a separate outdoor terrace intended as a community space for residents. The rooftop offers an observatory with views of the sea, and the outdoor area includes a barefoot walking trail, allowing for various recreational sports activities alongside relaxation.

The newly opened Donghae Multipurpose Gymnasium is expected to be a sustainable building reflecting the natural characteristics of Donghae, serving not only as a sports facility but also as a place where citizens can heal in nature.

Mayor Lee Kang-deok said, “I hope the Donghae Multipurpose Gymnasium will simultaneously promote health improvement and expand cultural opportunities through various events,” adding, “I look forward to many citizens enjoying leisure and rest in this space harmonized with the nature of Donghae.”

Mayor Kang-deok Lee overlooking the Donghae Multipurpose Gymnasium in Pohang City. Provided by Pohang City

Pohang City expects that the opening of the Donghae Multipurpose Gymnasium will elevate the level of sports and cultural infrastructure in the Nam-gu area and plans to provide various supports so that residents can lead healthy and vibrant lives.

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