Geochang County Holds "Geochang Winter Story" Contest Featuring Nine Scenic Attractions

Winter Tourism Programs in Geochang County
Planned Directly by the Public

On December 9, Geochang County in South Gyeongsang Province announced that it is holding the "Geochang Winter Story" contest, inviting proposals for winter tourism programs based on local tourism resources such as the county’s nine scenic spots.

This contest aims to strengthen the foundation for year-round, stay-type tourism and to discover new tourism programs specifically tailored to the winter season, which typically sees fewer visitors. By moving away from the traditional administration-led planning approach and adopting a participatory tourism planning model, the county seeks to develop winter tourism content that is both practical and relatable.

Anyone interested in Geochang’s tourism is eligible to participate. Applicants are invited to submit proposals for winter tourism programs based on Geochang County’s nine scenic attractions and other resources. Suggested concepts include nighttime winter landscapes, hot springs and wellness experiences, activities utilizing snow and valleys, and story tours linked to historical and memorial parks, among others.

The submission deadline is December 22. Those wishing to participate must complete an application form and submit it according to the instructions provided on the Geochang County website. Through online and internal reviews, a total of six winners will be selected: one grand prize, two excellence prizes, and three encouragement prizes. The grand prize winner will receive 600,000 won, each excellence prize winner will receive 400,000 won, and each encouragement prize winner will receive 200,000 won.

A Geochang County official stated, "We hope that the ideas selected through this contest will develop into winter tourism content created together with the public, contributing to revitalizing the local economy during the winter and establishing a foundation for stay-type tourism."

Meanwhile, the county plans to review the selected proposals with expert consultation and on-site condition assessments, and, if necessary, consider utilizing them in various ways.

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