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| ▲ This Yonhap file photo shows visitors crowding the Gokseong World Rose Festival, held in the southwestern county of Gokseong, South Jeolla Province. (Yonhap) |
GOKSEONG, South Korea, May 26 (Yonhap) -- The 15th Gokseong World Rose Festival attracted approximately 250,000 visitors over its 10-day run, the southwestern county of Gokseong in South Jeolla Province said Monday.
Held under the theme “A Day Colored with Roses, All Day Rose,” this year’s event captivated visitors with a diverse array of daytime and nighttime programs.
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| ▲ This photo provided by the South Jeolla Provincial Government shows visitors crowding the Gokseong World Rose Festival, held in the province's southwestern county of Gokseong. (Yonhap) |
The festival notably expanded its evening attractions, including illuminated displays and nighttime performances, greatly enhancing overall visitor satisfaction. The opening parade featured around 1,000 participants, including local residents and art organizations, highlighting the community’s active role in the celebration.
Performances by 45 local art groups under the banner “Gokseong Pungnyu” also added to the festive atmosphere.
The event also featured a pop-up store for “Rosy Friends,” a character developed through a Korea Tourism Organization project, along with interactive activities such as a scavenger hunt and photo booths, which proved especially popular with families.
One of the standout new programs this year, Rose Cinema, screened classic films at the central plaza each evening from 6 to 8 p.m., drawing in nighttime crowds.
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| ▲ This photo provided by the South Jeolla Provincial Government shows visitors crowding the Gokseong World Rose Festival, held in the province's southwestern county of Gokseong. (Yonhap) |
In addition, the Gokseong chapter of Junior Chamber International (JCI) operated a promotional booth for the "Hometown Love Donation Program," raising approximately 35 million won (US$26,000) in donations from 385 individuals during the festival.
A county official said, “This year’s nighttime programs were very well received, and we plan to further expand evening cultural content for next year’s festival,” adding, “Even after the festival ends, the rose park will remain in full bloom, and we intend to continue attracting visitors.”
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