Hwaseong City Breaks Ground on 'Golden Coast Road' for Sunset Walks Along the West Sea

17km Coastal Trail Connecting Jebu Marina, Baekmiri, and Gungpyeong Port
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Hwaseong City in Gyeonggi Province has broken ground on a project to create a coastal trail connecting major tourist destinations along its West Sea coastline.

On the 29th, Hwaseong City held a groundbreaking ceremony for the 'Golden Coast Road Construction Project' at Gungpyeong Tourist Site in Seosin-myeon, with over 300 people in attendance, including Mayor Jeong Myeonggeun, mountaineer Um Honggil, and local residents.

At the groundbreaking ceremony for the Golden Coast Road construction project held on the 29th at Hwaseong Gungpyeong Tourist Site, attendees are performing a commemorative shovel ceremony. Provided by Hwaseong City

This project aims to establish a total of 17 kilometers of coastal trail connecting Jebu Marina, Baekmiri, and Gungpyeong Port. Through this initiative, the city plans to link previously disconnected sections of the existing coastal path, thereby enhancing connectivity among major tourist attractions and fostering the area as a comprehensive, stay-type tourism destination. To achieve this, the city will invest 46.5 billion KRW to install a 2.25-meter-wide deck, rest areas, observatories, and photo zones along the route.

The distinguishing feature of the Golden Coast Road is that visitors can walk while enjoying uninterrupted views of the sea from the starting point to the end. The trail is divided into three sections, each offering its own unique charm and scenery.

Route plan for the 'Hwanggeumhaeangil' to be established by Hwaseong City by March next year. Provided by Hwaseong City

Section 1 is the 'Sunset Scenery Road' (5 km), where visitors can appreciate the changing coastal landscape as they watch the sunset. Section 2 is the 'Salt Sea Road' (4.5 km), a levee deck path featuring horizontal views of the sea and salt fields. Section 3 is the 'Gungpyeong Tourism Road' (7.5 km), a coastal tourism deck path equipped with photo zones and other amenities.

The city plans to open Sections 1 and 3 within this year, with Section 2 scheduled to open in March next year. After the entire route is completed, the city also intends to host a walking festival.

Mayor Jeong Myeonggeun of Hwaseong City stated, "The Golden Coast Road will be a path where citizens, nature, and culture come together," adding, "I hope this project will unveil the hidden charms of the West Sea to the nation and serve as an opportunity to invigorate the local economy."

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