Baekje Cultural Festival Shines Again in Buyeo for Its 71st Year... Opening During Chuseok Golden Holiday

Started with the Baekje Daeje in 1955
Over 40 Programs Including Community Parades and Drone Shows

The scene of the old Baekje Cultural Festival

The Baekje Cultural Festival, South Korea's premier historical and cultural festival, will celebrate its 71st edition this year with a grand opening across Buyeo County.

Rooted in the "Baekje Daeje," which was first held in Buyeo in 1955, the Baekje Cultural Festival originated from the Suryukjae, a ritual honoring the three loyal subjects Seongchung, Heungsoo, and General Gyebaek, as well as consoling the spirits of Baekje women. It goes beyond a simple memorial ceremony, reflecting a historical commitment to passing down the spirit and legacy of the brilliant Baekje people to future generations.

According to Buyeo County on August 22, this year's festival will be held under the theme "Beautiful Baekje, Shining Sabi" (subtitled: "The Light and Fragrance of Buyeo, Continuing into the Future") for 10 days from October 3 to October 12, coinciding with the Chuseok holiday.

The main venues will include the Baekje Cultural Complex, Gudrae, and the downtown area of Buyeo, where visitors can enjoy immersive experiences that evoke the feeling of strolling through the royal palace of Baekje within a historical and cultural space spanning one million pyeong.

Notably, the festival will feature a variety of programs such as: the Baekje Historical and Cultural Parade, revived after eight years; the Sabi Capital Relocation Proclamation Ceremony and the Founding Ritual, which highlight the legitimacy of Sabi as the capital; the themed exhibition hall "The Promise of Baekje People," showcasing the journey of Baekje citizens; the media art performance "Baekje Night Shaped by Light" set against the backdrop of Sabi Palace; and a nighttime performance combining over 1,000 drones and fireworks.

The scene of the old Baekje Cultural Festival

A county official stated, "For over 70 years, the Baekje Cultural Festival has symbolized the identity and pride of Buyeo. This year, with programs that blend deep-rooted tradition and modern sensibilities, people of all ages will be able to rediscover the value of Baekje."

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