Gangwon Tourism Foundation Successfully Concludes 'DMZ Emotional Festival' at Yanggu Baekja Museum... New Possibilities for Border Area Tourism

"DMZ Vibes" Strike a Chord... Unique Experiences at Yanggu Vibe Festa Receive Praise
Gangwon Tourism Foundation Highlights Distinctive Border Spaces and Local Specialties
Hands-on Programs and Regional Products Prove Popular

The Gangwon Tourism Foundation (CEO Choi Sunghyun) announced on October 28 that the "DMZ Emotional Festival (Vibe Festa) Vibe in Yanggu," which it hosted together with Gangwon Special Self-Governing Province and Yanggu County on the 25th at the Baekja Museum area in Yanggu County, had concluded successfully.

Gangwon Tourism Foundation, together with Gangwon Special Self-Governing Province and Yanggu County, held the "DMZ Emotional Festival (Vibe Festa) Vibe in Yanggu" on the 25th at the Baekja Museum area in Yanggu County. Provided by Gangwon Tourism Foundation

Held under clear autumn skies, the festival attracted families, who were deeply immersed in the charms of Yanggu. In particular, the tranquil atmosphere of the Baekja Museum, combined with a variety of engaging programs, captivated visitors.

On stage, the witty hosting of professional DJ and MC Youngsik set the tone, followed by a powerful musical gala performance featuring famous musical numbers, and an emotional live performance by talented vocalist Shin Eujin. The festival reached its peak during the final act by singer Jung Yewon, well known from "Kick A Goal," as the audience joined in singing, further elevating the spirit of the event.

A special walking event utilizing the 25th course of the "DMZ Peace Road" drew around 200 participants. Walking the one-hour course from the Baekja Museum to the Baekto Village observatory, a regional specialty project established by Gangwon Special Self-Governing Province in the border area, participants completed stamp missions at five checkpoints and enjoyed a nostalgic prize-drawing event for added fun.

The local market, with direct participation from local farmers, was also a great success. Popular attractions included sales of specialties such as honey from the civilian control line in Yanggu, apples, and traditional Korean sweets, as well as hands-on activities like making ceramic necklace decorations, natural soap and hand-dyed handkerchiefs using Yanggu’s unique white clay. In particular, restaurants in Bangsan-myeon made special efforts to inform visitors in advance so that many tourists could enjoy their offerings.

Family tourists who visited the festival showed keen interest in traditional folk games such as Tuho (arrow-throwing) and Jegichagi (Korean shuttlecock kicking), which they could enjoy with their children, and especially focused on the various hands-on experiences using Yanggu’s local specialties.

Choi Sunghyun, CEO of the Gangwon Tourism Foundation, stated, "Tourists visiting Yanggu are exploring various parts of the region and engaging in consumption activities, and this festival, which utilized Yanggu’s cultural and artistic resources and local specialties, has demonstrated new possibilities for tourism in border areas." He added, "We will return with differentiated programs for the final DMZ Emotional Festival to be held in Inje on November 8."

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