The Flavors and Excitement of the Spring Sea All in One Place... Gijang Seaweed and Kelp Festival Kicks Off on the 17th

Three-Day Seaweed Festival at Idong Port

Experience, Performances, and Local Cuisine All in One Event

Gijang County (Governor Jeong Jongbok) announced on April 14 that the 13th Gijang Seaweed and Kelp Festival will be held in the Idong Port area of Ilgwang-eup from April 17 to 19.

Now in its 13th year, the festival aims to widely promote the excellence of Gijang seaweed and kelp, and to revitalize the local fishing villages.

During the event, a wide range of programs will take place, including the opening ceremony, a ritual for a good catch, hands-on experiences harvesting fresh seaweed and kelp, surprise auctions for seaweed and kelp, free tastings of seaweed soup and seaweed bibimbap, and a fireworks show over the sea. In addition, guest singers such as Kim Yongim, Kim Seonghwan, Bin Yeseo, Min Hee, Yeom Suyeon, and Jang Haon will perform, adding to the festive atmosphere.

Jeong Jongbok, governor of Gijang County, stated, "We have prepared for visitors to directly experience the fresh flavors of Gijang seaweed and kelp and to enjoy various performances and programs," adding, "I hope many people will visit and fully enjoy the charms of the spring sea."

The waters off Gijang are renowned as a prime seaweed production site thanks to their natural environment, where warm and cold currents intersect. Historically, seaweed from this area was even served at the royal table. Kelp is widely known to promote metabolism and help boost immunity, while seaweed is recognized for helping to expel heavy metals and waste from the body and aiding postpartum recovery.

13th Gijang Seaweed and Kelp Festival Notice.

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