Yeongyang County Promotes "International Dark Sky Park" at 2025 Premium Daegu Gyeongbuk Expo

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"Yeongyang, A Place Where Nature Stays" Gains Popularity as a Healing Destination

Yeongyang County participated in the 2025 Premium Daegu Gyeongbuk Expo, held at Daegu EXCO from June 12 to 14, and actively promoted the county's pristine natural environment and major tourist attractions under the theme "A Place Where Nature Stays, Meet in Yeongyang."

Yeongyang County, 2025 Premium Daegu Gyeongbuk Expo 'International Dark Sky Park' Promotion. Provided by Yeongyang County

At this expo, the county created a healing space themed around the "Yeongyang International Dark Sky Park," which was the first in Asia and the 14th in the world to be designated as such. The space featured a pristine night sky sparkling with starlight, receiving enthusiastic responses from visitors seeking relaxation away from the city.

In addition, the county actively promoted the upcoming 2025 H.O.T Festival, scheduled to be held from August 29 to 31. The county also showcased local specialty products such as Yeongyang red pepper powder, Eunhasu Makgeolli, and Chohwaju, allowing visitors to experience and purchase Yeongyang County's excellent agricultural specialties firsthand.

County Governor Oh Dochang stated, "It was meaningful to be able to promote Yeongyang County as a healing eco-tourism destination blessed with beautiful starlight through this expo." He added, "We will continue to develop Yeongyang County by discovering and nurturing diverse tourism resources and projects that highlight the region's unique characteristics."

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