Gwangju Koryoin Village Reenacts "Shouts of the Lost Homeland"

Commemorative Event for the 106th Anniversary of the March 1st Movement
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Gwangju Koryoin Village announced on the 18th that it will hold a commemorative event on March 1st to mark the 106th anniversary of the March 1st Movement.

Gwangju Goryeoin Village 'March 1st Independence Movement' Reenactment Event. Courtesy of Goryeoin Village

This year's event, themed "Lost Homeland, the Shouts of That Day," will see around 600 local residents and domestic and international guests participate in a parade along the village trail. Participants will recite the Declaration of Independence, wave the Taegeukgi, and reenact the March 1st Movement.

Event participants will receive commemorative Taegeukgi flags, as well as gifts such as the Central Asian traditional bread "Lipioshka" and beverages sponsored by specialty shops in the Koryoin Village district. There will also be a special exhibition at the Koryoin Culture Center and an opportunity to meet the world-renowned Koryoin artist Moon Viktor.

Citizens who wish to participate can make a reservation at Koryoin Village. On-site participation is also possible by coming to the Wolgok Koryoin Culture Center in the village by 10 a.m. on the day of the event.

Shin Zoya, head of Koryoin Village, said, "The annual reenactment of the March 1st Movement is a meaningful opportunity to reflect on its historical significance and to expand exchanges between village residents and the local community. We hope for many participants."

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