Hadong County and Anyang City Youth Foster Friendship Through Exchange Event

A Three-Day, Two-Night Program Featuring Fishing Village and Forest Experiences
Fostering Communication and Harmony

Hadong County announced that it held the "Hadong County-Anyang City Youth Exchange Event" in the region over three days and two nights from May 8 to May 10, 2026.

A total of 28 participants, including youth and leaders from both Hadong County and Anyang City, took part in the event, spending time together through various experiential activities and exchange programs that fostered communication and harmony.

On the first day, May 8, a welcome ceremony, recreational activities, and a community gathering were held at the Hadong Miracle Youth Campground in Solseom, Geumnam-myeon. The youth participants got to know one another and built friendships through talent shows and a range of group activities.

On the second day, participants engaged in fishing and clam digging as part of a fishing village experience in the Solseom area, and in the evening, they enjoyed a barbecue party, deepening their friendships in the midst of nature.

On the final day, May 10, woodworking and monorail experiences were held at Gujaebong Natural Recreation Forest in Jeongryang-myeon. Participants wrapped up the three-day schedule by directly experiencing the natural environment and local culture of Hadong.

This exchange event was evaluated as a meaningful opportunity for youth from both regions to understand each other's cultures and learn the value of cooperation and communication. Many noted that sharing diverse experiences in a new environment helped broaden mutual understanding and deepen friendships.

An official from the county stated, "We hope this exchange event provided valuable memories and opportunities for growth for the youth," adding, "We will continue to strengthen the friendly relationship between the two cities through ongoing exchanges in the future."

Meanwhile, since forming a sisterhood relationship in 1996, Hadong County and Anyang City have continued a variety of exchange programs, including regular youth exchanges.