Transformation of Namyangju's Abandoned Tunnel... Korea’s First 'LED Media Facade' Light Tunnel Park Completed

Namyangju City Opens ‘Experiential Light Tunnel Park’ in Wabu-eup
A Model for Urban Regeneration: Abandoned Tunnel Reborn through Light
8 Billion Won Invested: From Dark Abandoned Railroad to Cutting-Edge Cultural Space

Namyangju City in Gyeonggi Province announced on the 31st that it had held a completion ceremony for the 'Light Tunnel Park,' which utilizes an abandoned tunnel, in the Dogok-ri area of Wabu-eup.

Joo Kwangduck, Mayor of Namyangju City, is holding the completion ceremony for the 'Light Tunnel Park' utilizing an abandoned tunnel on the 31st in the Dogok-ri area of Wabu-eup. Provided by Namyangju City

This project was launched to transform a disused railroad tunnel into a cultural and scenic park that combines light and space. The city focused on creatively regenerating idle spaces to provide citizens with new venues for cultural enjoyment.

The completion ceremony was attended by Namyangju Mayor Joo Gwangdeok, city council members, local institution and organization heads from Wabu-eup, as well as children from the Wabu City Public Daycare Center. Participants celebrated the new beginning of the Light Tunnel Park with speeches, congratulatory remarks, and an unveiling ceremony. They also inspected the facilities and communicated with local residents through a site tour and a discussion session.

Joo Gwangdeok, Mayor of Namyangju City, is walking with children after holding the completion ceremony of the 'Light Tunnel Park' utilizing an abandoned tunnel in Dogok-ri, Wabu-eup on the 31st. Provided by Namyangju City

Constructed with a total project cost of 8 billion won, the Light Tunnel Park is an experiential cultural space that makes use of the existing abandoned tunnel structure. Notably, the interior features Korea’s first tunnel-shaped LED media facade, setting it apart from other spaces. Visitors can immerse themselves in media art and lighting installations displayed on the tunnel’s walls and ceiling as they walk through the space.

Additionally, content that changes according to the time of day and season has been incorporated, ensuring a new experience with every visit. The abandoned tunnel, once a dark and isolated space, has been transformed into an open cultural venue where anyone can enjoy themselves safely and freely.

The city expects that, through this project, the Light Tunnel Park will become a new tourism resource accessible to all citizens.

Joo Gwangdeok, Mayor of Namyangju, is walking with children after holding the completion ceremony of the "Light Tunnel Park," which utilizes an abandoned tunnel, on the 31st in the Dogok-ri area of Wabu-eup. Provided by Namyangju City

Mayor Joo Gwangdeok stated, "It is meaningful to provide citizens with a new cultural experience through Korea’s first tunnel-shaped LED media facade," adding, "We will continue to creatively regenerate idle spaces to enhance the city’s competitiveness."

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