Bomun Tourist Complex in Gyeongju Prepares for a New Leap Forward... Gyeongbuk Culture and Tourism Corporation Introduces a Wave of Innovative Content

Celebrating its 50th anniversary this year, the Bomun Tourist Complex in Gyeongju is preparing for a new leap forward. With the 2025 APEC Summit scheduled for the end of October, the Gyeongbuk Culture and Tourism Corporation (President Kim Namil) is strengthening its global competitiveness by introducing a large number of innovative, privately-led tourism content in anticipation of the "POST-APEC" era.

The first new attraction, which began operating in May, is "Shilla's Moon at Gyeongju Branch" by Global Korea. This crescent-shaped electric boat floats on Bomun Lake and can accommodate up to four people. Equipped with Bluetooth functionality, it allows visitors to enjoy music while experiencing the night scenery of Gyeongju on the lake, making it highly popular among couples and family tourists.

'Flashback Gyerim' soon to open at Gyeongju Bomun Tourist Complex

In June, Gyeongju World's giant Ferris wheel "Time Rider" officially began operations. As the world's fifth and Korea's first coaster wheel, standing at a record height of 51 meters, this Ferris wheel integrates roller coaster rails, offering not just vertical thrills but also a unique experience of swaying and sliding along its elliptical track. With a time travel concept, this attraction has become a new symbol of Gyeongju World, attracting a younger generation of visitors.

In August, "Cosmic Resort" by Future Rising, Korea's largest kinetic media art installation, opened its doors. Collaborating with digital content specialist Easywith, the 1,400-pyeong venue features 13 themed halls and offers an immersive exhibition themed around space and future travel. The spectacular display of hundreds of lights synchronized with music quickly became a social media sensation as a must-visit photo spot upon its opening.

Finally, in October, "Flashback: Gyerim," prepared by visual effects (VFX) and content specialist Dexter Studio, is set to open soon. This massive immersive media art exhibition hall spans 1,700 pyeong with a maximum ceiling height of 11 meters and 13 exhibition rooms. It reinterprets Silla legends and history as modern, storytelling-driven media art. Combining Korea's top-tier VFX, immersive content, sound effects from the Hollywood-based studio Live Tone, and exhibition-optimized spatial design, the attraction promises a hyper-immersive experience that transcends time and space. Starting with a preview for APEC officials on the 25th, it will gradually open to the general public as well.

President Kim Namil stated, "For the past half-century, the Bomun Tourist Complex has served as a core hub of Korea's tourism industry. With large-scale nightscape improvements and new private investments for the upcoming APEC Summit, we will reestablish ourselves as a true multi-purpose tourism complex offering unique experiences both day and night. We will continue to maintain our competitiveness in the POST-APEC era by leveraging new content driven by private creativity and investment."

The Gyeongbuk Culture and Tourism Corporation is pursuing a major renovation of the Bomun Tourist Complex to ensure it evolves into an international destination where experiences, relaxation, and global exchanges coexist in the POST-APEC era. The corporation is also consistently introducing new content and attracting private investment.

This content was produced with the assistance of AI translation services.