You don't have permission to access the page you requested What is this page?The website you are visiting is protected.For security reasons this page cannot be displayed Actor Ko So-young unveiled the Gapyeong mansion that won the World Architecture Award a video titled "The Story of the Creation of a Golf Course on the 3rd floor of Ko So-young's Gapyeong House" was posted on the YouTube channel "That Go So-young." "I received the World Architecture Award." Ko So-young said "My house is big and so empty that I brought furniture that I don't use very often Gapyeong House drew attention for its gallery-like spaces and stone tablets There was also an antique oven on the terrace.The outdoor space with a swimming pool also drew admiration A study made by Jang Dong-gun at the request was also released "I made it because my husband asked me to make it Ko So-young said while showing the purple middle gate "Yoon Seol gave birth and was in the cookhouse all the important things were in the main room inside the main gate "I went down in a hurry and took an old antique camera from my dad and dropped the case." Ko said she has since taken out all her valuables Ko So-young married Jang Dong-gun in May 2010 and has a son and a daughter Ko So-young recently opened a YouTube channel and is communicating with her fans ※ This service is provided by machine translation tool infantry offensive designed to trap Chinese and North Korean soldiers worked well but it left its supporting Utah National Guard artillery unit unprotected in the rear When 4,000 enemy soldiers tried to escape the trap they stumbled upon the 240 Utah artillerymen and launched a middle-of-the-night surprise attack One soldier manned a 50-caliber machine gun that he fired until the barrel melted Others were thrust into hand-to-hand combat inspirational short film about the battle compares the miraculous story of the southern Utah National Guard unit to the Book of Mormon story of the 2,000 sons of Helaman who fought an enemy to protect their families their freedom and their faith without the loss of a single life The 11-minute film is designed to be used in youth lessons Taylor served in Korea as a young missionary for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and then served as president of the church’s Korea Seoul Mission from 2018-21 “The Miracle at Gapyeong” tells the remarkable true story of a surrounded outmanned army unit that won a stunning victory in 1951 without the loss of a single soldier the unit received the Presidential Unit Citation from U.S Two senior Latter-day Saint leaders contributed to the making of the film because they knew the soldiers of the 213th Armored Field Artillery Battalion “These young men you’re about to see were from my home area in southern Utah just a bit older than I,” President Jeffrey R acting president of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles And I couldn’t have imagined what they were about to face in that war-torn country But we are so grateful for what they did.” and his unit trained with the 213th Artillery Battalion but the men of the 213th told him about Gapyeong and he spent decades afterward interviewing them and collecting stories and documents that he provided to the filmmakers The 213th was comprised of young men generally between the ages of 18 and 22 who were chiefly Latter-day Saints where temple president Harold Snow promised them that if they were faithful to God and kept the commandments the 213th was assigned to provide artillery support for an offensive by the 21st Infantry Regiment of the 24th Infantry Division The regiment’s mission was to trap Chinese and North Korean forces the artillery battalion’s 240 men were left unprotected they found themselves under attack by 4,000 enemy soldiers trying to escape the U.S Elements of the 213th successfully fought to maintain its line while its artillery guns continued firing missions to support the infantry units in the distance Ray Cox organized a combat patrol of 18 men to launch a counterattack centered around a self-propelled 105mm howitzer that the patrol used like a tank the Chinese and North Korean soldiers attempted to flee up the slopes surrounding the valley The 213th unleashed an artillery barrage that caused 830 enemy soldiers to surrender Another 350 enemy soldiers died in the battle Some members of the 213th Armored Field Artillery Battalion were wounded The presidential citation issued seven months later praised the unit for its “unshakable determination and gallantry.” “The extraordinary heroism displayed by the members of these units reflects great credit on themselves and upholds the highest traditions of the military service of the United States,” the citations says also known as the 2,000 stripling warriors have been an example to Latter-day Saint youth since the Book of Mormon was published in 1830 The book of scripture tells the story of a people who converted to the gospel of Jesus Christ and covenanted with God to never to take up arms again When a foe later threatened them and the people who protected them but Helaman feared they would lose their souls volunteered to fight and chose Helaman as their commander They supported a larger army and fought valiantly “The lesson that we can take from the ‘Miracle at Gapyeong’ is that when we are true and faithful to the Lord sizes and timing will happen in our lives,” President Holland says at the end of the film Please trust in the Lord with all your heart I promise that He will direct you for good.” The story has been told before in videos by Saint at War and the Utah National Guard but it had been largely forgotten and was virutally unknown to Korean Latter-day Saints Taylor said he never heard it while serving his mission in South Korea as a young man and didn’t learn about it until he received a letter while serving there as a mission president Taylor shared the story with his missionaries and they visited the Gapyeong Monument in October 2020 Gapyeong contributed a stone monument to a Korean War Memorial in Cedar City The two memorial parks have matching statues of an American soldier Sign In Subscribe Now and high school students were among those who took part in the commemoration of the Battle of Gapyeong at Langley's Derek Doubleday Arboretum on Friday The arboretum hosts a memorial to the Battle of Gapyeong with was fought between April 22 and 25 when a small group of Canadian were attacked by a full division of the Chinese People's Volunteer Army The United Nations forces were in disarray during the unexpected Chinese spring offensive and the Commonwealth forces were told to hold off the Chinese advance at Gapyeong protecting the South Korean capital of Seoul from being captured The three-day stand by the Commonwealth forces prevented the encirclement of a larger group of U.S Korean-Canadian businessman Michael Chang facilitated the placement of a Gapyeong stone in the arboretum – a huge piece of rock quarried in Gapyeong Country Several other stones have since been placed in other Canadian cities as memorials of the Canadian soldiers who were killed in the battle A total of 12 men from the Princess Patricia's Canadian Light Infantry were killed and 59 total from all the UN troops involved in the battle of the Princess Patricia's spoke about the battle president of the Korean War Veterans Association spoke about how the UN defence enabled Korea to become a modern The surviving Korean War veterans in the audience were each recognized individually including Canadian veterans of the conflict and South Korean veterans who have since immigrated to Canada pinned on by students from Langley Secondary School singing of O Canada and the South Korean national anthem Dialogue and debate are integral to a free society and we welcome and encourage you to share your views on the issues of the day. We ask that you be respectful of others and their points of view, refrain from personal attacks and stay on topic. To learn about our commenting policies and how our community-based moderation works, please read our Community Guidelines a Utah National Guard artillery unit of 240 soldiers stood alone against 4,000 enemy Chinese and North Korean soldiers the small band fought valiantly and won the battle without the loss of a single soldier The remarkable story of this unit, the 213th Armored Field Artillery Battalion, is told in a new 11-minute video titled “The Miracle at Gapyeong.” The video was written by Brad Taylor, a former missionary and mission president in Korea for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, and draws parallels between the unit’s miraculous survival and the Book of Mormon’s story of the 2,000 sons of Helaman who fought to protect their families and faith without losing a single life President Dallin H. Oaks, first counselor in the First Presidency, and President Jeffrey R. Holland contributed to the making of the film because they knew the soldiers of the 213th Armored Field Artillery Battalion President Oaks did not serve in Korea but trained with the 213th Artillery Battalion in the National Guard in Provo he interviewed them and collected their stories and documents President Holland speaks in the video’s introduction and at the end of the film sizes and timing will happen in our lives,” he said in the video Read the entire article at Deseret.com Embracing Cultural Exchange: A Journey to Nami Island and Gapyeong Rail Bike Park a group of administrators from Baguio Central University set out on an unforgettable exploration of two of South Korea’s most captivating destinations: Nami Island and the Gapyeong Rail Bike Park This journey offered a perfect blend of natural beauty and a much-needed break from the busy pace of academic life Family bonding for the Rillera Family making unforgettable memories in Nami Island Nami Island: A Cultural and Natural Sanctuary A picturesque pond with water lilies and traditional Korean Architecture known for its breathtaking landscapes and rich cultural heritage immediately drew us into a world of tranquility and peaceful walkways provided a serene backdrop to explore Korea’s natural wonders The island’s collection of Korean artworks and the iconic “Winter Sonata” bridge We wandered through the island’s art installations and paths appreciating not just the aesthetic but the cultural narrative woven into the island’s design Nami Island also serves as an important reminder of the power of nature to inspire peace and reflection Madam President Margarita Rillera takes a peaceful moment for a solo photo amidst the serene beauty of the island—a place framed by nature’s calm and grace The Naminara Republic include the following Eco Farm Yeonryeonji Pond guests cannot be able to go to all these if beautiful sites if we relish each place with consciousness and awe these are the words that were written for guests to reflect on “When spring comes the river winds blow through the shady woods the island is transformed into a world of icicles and snow.” This 460,000 square meter island embroidered with breathtaking gardens and woods is where the walking paths greet the sunrise and sunset these are the most beautiful gifts that Nami Island gives to her visitors with their father Sir Oscar enjoying the scenic view of Nami Island surrounded by Dawn Redwood trees in the background Gapyeong Rail Bike Park: A Scenic Adventure Pedaling through paradise! Join the adventure through the scenic wonders of Gapyeong Rail Bike Park—where every turn brings a new thrill and a smile that lasts longer than the ride! #CrossCulturalAdventures #JoyOnWheels Watch here: https://youtube.com/shorts/svCmlQIIGHg?feature=share. Who needs a roller coaster when you have the Gapyeong Rail Bike. Feel the wind in our hair and the joy in our hearts as we glide through stunning landscapes—this is what adventures of curious souls are made of! #ScenicJoy. Check it out: https://youtu.be/RaGVyZSagS4. Pedaling through the beauty of Gapyeong Rail Bike Park surrounded by serene mountains and vibrant trees A perfect escape into nature’s tranquility #NatureRide #GapyeongAdventures #SereneViews After indulging in a delicious Korean meal we continued our adventure to the Gapyeong Rail Bike Park The ride along the old railway line offered a leisurely escape with stunning views of the Bukhan River and surrounding mountains we were immersed in South Korea’s rural beauty The journey wasn’t just an exhilarating ride; it was a way to reconnect with nature and reflect on the infrastructure that once connected communities across the country Kuya Karl and bunso JJ enjoying the Gapyeong ride—brothers in harmony with nature taking a break from the hustle of city life to soak in the beauty of the river below and breathe in the fresh mountain air His humorous anecdotes and insights into Korean history and culture made the journey both educational and entertaining VP for Finance Amalia Ancheta and Dean Genevieve B Kupang relish the joy of the Gapyeong rail bike ride capturing a moment of fun and adventure for posterity Our immersive experiences in Nami Island and Gapyeong showcased the profound value of cross-socio-cultural exchanges enriching our perspectives as educators and academic leaders we gained insights that transcend cultural boundaries—insights we can bring back to our communities to promote intercultural understanding and enhance academic practices From exploring historical sites to engaging in meaningful dialogue these encounters serve as a powerful reminder that cultural exchange fosters personal growth The Winter Sonata duo—because even statues need a little drama in their lives Kupang finds tranquility among the towering Sequoia trees of Nami Island where the morning whispers secrets only early risers can hear we reflected on the significance of this journey and camaraderie made this trip not just a recreational escape but a meaningful learning experience The opportunity to explore South Korea’s hidden gems and take a step back from the demands of academic life left us feeling grateful and inspired From the tranquil paths of Nami Island to the scenic rail bike adventure in Gapyeong this journey was a reminder of the importance of taking time to connect with nature SDG 4-Target 4.7: Education for Sustainable Development  Our journey to Nami Island and Gapyeong Rail Bike Park provided us with a unique glimpse into the natural and cultural beauty of South Korea broadening our understanding as representatives of Baguio Central University This experience not only showcased breathtaking landscapes but also highlighted the profound role of cultural exchange in global education aligning with the Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 4 Target 4.7: Education for Sustainable Development we were reminded that education extends beyond academic walls—it encompasses real-world encounters that promote sustainability By connecting with South Korea’s history and environment inspired to integrate these lessons into our academic leadership and contribute to a more globally connected Elma Donaal smiles joyfully for the memorable and exciting educational and cultural tour in Seoul VP for Finance Ma’am Amalia Ancheta soaking in the scenic views— because even VPs deserve a joyride away from the spreadsheets Enter your e-mail address to subscribe to our daily news service Support our Peace and Nonviolence journalism with your donation PressenzaAn international news agency dedicated to news about peace and nonviolence with offices in Athens We use cookies to analyse our traffic and to embed third party content Actor Ko So-young revealed the Gapyeong mansion that won the World Architecture Award and said Ko So-young introduced Gapyeong House on the YouTube channel 'The very Ko So-young' on the 1st Ko So-young said while showing the purple middle door but I think I thought it was a wall because there was a middle gate," he explained "I went down in a hurry and took an antique camera from my dad's old days and dropped the case." Ko said she has since taken out all valuables built at the request of Jang Dong-gun Ko So-young is a 20-meter-high five-story building finished with exposed concrete the World Architecture Community selected the house which was completed in December 2013 by Kwak Hee-soo as the 22nd World Architecture (WA) Award winner Actor Ko So-young visited Gapyeong mansion for the first time in a long time boasts a refined minimal architectural beauty "I left it empty for so long that I have to organize my luggage first," drew laughter in a video posted on the YouTube channel 'The very Ko So-young' Ko revealed the Gapyeong mansion she owned with her husband "Isn't the house cool?" but soon showed a realistic appearance "I brought furniture that I don't use because I was away for too long." The open mansion is the pinnacle of minimalism with a falling concrete outer wall "This house has been published a lot in articles but it is a house that has won the World Architecture Award." the interior remained intact with traces of a long gap When the production team pointed out the sofa with clear kimchi marks a study also appeared that Jang Dong-gun requested it to make it her parents' album with a scrap of Ko So-young's article in the 1990s and a mini golf course decorated on the third floor were introduced in order the gallery space on the second floor was decorated with artistic sensibility for children and an antique fireplace that made them imagine a barbecue time with their family attracted attention on the side of the outdoor terrace who visited the house for the first time in a long time but I think it will get better again after taking care of it." As much as the splendid exterior this house with the story of Ko So-young's family had more than a "world-recognized house." operated by Samsung C&T's resort division (President Jung Hae-rin) will hold an audit event for customers for the spring season Samsung C&T's resort division announced on the 24th that it will hold a "BENEST OPEN" event competition from the 1st to the 6th of next month to commemorate the achievement of 200,000 members of the Venest Golf app Anyone who is a member of the Venest Golf app can participate in the event if they register online and automatically tally the scores of participating customers built in during the period to present abundant gifts it is conducted in a neo-perio manner and the winners are selected through a lottery can challenge themselves and enjoy the luck of winning if you record 92 pars (72+20) in celebration of 200,000 members of Venest Golf you will receive 200,000 won of Venest Golf gift cards through a lottery and a set of Venest Golf goods will be presented to the 20th applicants every day during the event the number one men's and women's golf course is PRGR drivers and the number one Anseong Benest GC Challenge Course is Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro you will be given a free round ticket during the week of Anseong Benest GC through a lottery Gapyeong Benest GC has been replacing Maple Course Green with a new type of grass since the 21st to provide better green conditions in line with climate change The new model to be replaced this time is Ventgrass Pure Distortion and disease than the existing Ventgrass SR1020 variety and has excellent green speed if you post a picture of Gapyeong Benest GC's nature such as scenery you will receive a meal discount coupon and a limousine cart upgrade coupon Spring season events and various news of each golf club can be found on the Venest Golf website and mobile app A series of very fortunate events led to the uncovering of a Latter-day Saint Korean War miracle that had been lost to Church members everywhere While serving as mission leaders in the Korea Seoul Mission my wife and I received a cryptic text message from an old friend in Palo Alto Having performed missionary service for five years in Korea I was very surprised that I’d never heard of this story I asked many Korean Church members if they were aware of it; I especially sought out older Koreans whose Church memberships date back closer to the time of the war… but no one knew anything about it my wife and I drove up to the tiny town of Gapyeong South Korea (near the North Korean border) After a search expedition too long and winding to re-tell here we finally found an old Korean road sign pointing toward a “Gapyeong War Memorial” site We followed the sign’s direction up a small country road still worried that it would lead to nowhere the road opened up into a beautiful little memorial park site dedicated to the courage and heroism of the Utah 213th Battalion soldiers Tears filled our eyes as we viewed the monument statues and read the plaques in both English and Korean gratitude-filled monument to 240 brave Latter-day Saint soldiers who were unexpectedly thrust into the heat of the war in Korea; on one extraordinary night they were suddenly and shockingly attacked by 4000 Chinese and North Korean soldiers and in a miraculous “Stripling Warrior-esque” miracle they won the battle with not one of the 240 losing his life we felt passionate about making a short inspirational film to share this story with everyone What added more to the making of this film is that both President Jeffrey R Oaks had a personal passion and connection to this amazing episode in Korean War history I’ve made notes and interviewed many of the principal people who were involved in this action,” said President Oaks When he learned that we were making this film he invited us to his office and generously shared his extensive memories He was very humble in reminding us that he was not one of those soldiers involved in the conflict in Korea President Holland was enthusiastic about adding his short testimony to the film but with his personal health challenges and the passing of his beloved wife it took almost three years to find the right day to film we were touched beyond words by his generosity of spirit during every moment of filming he made us feel loved and showed his genuine interest and desire to share this story with the world President Holland described his connection to this story as follows: “These young men you are about to see were from my home area in Southern Utah I couldn’t have imagined what they were about to face in that war-torn country but we are so grateful for what they did.” and producing this film has changed my life and I hope that the story of these faithful soldiers will inspire and uplift generations to come You can watch the full short film with interviews from President Oaks and President Holland in the YouTube player below ▶ You may also like: Retired Navy commander shares how a priesthood blessing as a new member completely changed his life There is a unique winter travel method to Gapyeong by train KORAIL Tourism Development will introduce train travel products to Gapyeong which consists of a good course to feel the year-end atmosphere it is a day train trip where you can enjoy famous tourist attractions and night views in Gapyeong on an ITX-Youth train that runs only twice A collection of travel perks like year-end gifts sees greenhouse plants at ▲ Jarasum Ewha Womans University and enjoys free food at the traditional market 'Jagoeul Market' you will experience flower tea tasting and oriental foot bath experience at ▲ Korea's largest pine tree community 'Pilli Flower Tea Room' and ▲ 'Pilli Flower Tea Room' After eating pine nut tofu hot pot for dinner ▲ 'Morning Calm Arboretum' returns after enjoying the romantic winter night light garden at the Five Color Starlight Garden Exhibition also includes ▲ Jarasum Ewhawon ▲ Traditional Market 'Pillow Market' ▲ 'Pillow Scented Green Forest' and then head to ▲ Gapyeong Suljium Sharing Brewing Venture Center to listen to the history of traditional liquor and experience making traditional makgeolli they will enjoy the grilled red pepper paste dakgalbi for dinner and return after enjoying a night view tour of nature and light at the ▲'Morning Calm Arboretum' Five Color Starlight Garden Exhibition All are scheduled to depart from Yongsan Station (scheduled to pass through Cheongnyang-ri) and return to Yongsan Station on the same day and seats on the second floor of the ITX-Youth train will be allocated to those who make reservations on a first-come "It is a course designed for those who want to enjoy the year-end atmosphere with the romance of a train trip," said Kwon Vaccine "You can choose not only tourist destinations but also experience courses that suit your taste so I hope you make good year-end memories in Gapyeong with your precious people." Gapyeong-gun is one of the "digital tourism ID" areas operated by the Korea Tourism Organization to revitalize tourism in areas suffering from population decline and KORAIL Tourism Development plans to operate a new concept train called "Christmas Train exclusively for digital tourism ID" on the 25th of next month 2024 (FBC) – International Women’s Peace Group (IWPG) held the 2024 International Women’s Peace Conference at Kensington Resort in Gapyeong The conference was held under the theme “Female Leaders Acting Upon Peace,” a place for women to share the most latest examples of peace activities in their communities to ultimately bring an end to war and encouraged the participation of everyone “‘Implementation’ is crucial for peace to be realized into practical institutions and culture If people from all sectors of society fulfill their role ‘What can I do at this moment for peace?’” The conference was divided into two parts: “Why should women engage in peace activities?” and “Practicing Peace: Women becoming the leaders of peace.” Director of Femme Solidarity from Australia pointed out women’s education and their participation in decision making processes as the challenges for women to find their right to peace She said that immigrant and refugee women struggle to find peace and safety emphasizing that “Women’s participation in decision-making processes is not just a matter of gender equality; it is essential for achieving sustainable peace.” She also explained that empowering women through education is essential for building sustainable peace “Women’s empowerment not only benefits women individually but also has positive ripple effects on families driving a movement towards a more peaceful world.” The importance of Women’s Peace Education was also highlighted under the context of embracing various cultures head of Korea Research Institute of Immigration and Multicultural Policy “The transformation into a multicultural society is inevitable but there is not lot of attention brought to this topic it is time for us to break away from the current approach and adopt a continuous multicultural education to build a lasting “The challenges arising from globalization cannot be resolved solely by our own singular approach which addresses inclusivity and respect as essential virtues of peaceful citizens becomes a cornerstone for social integration and peace in a multicultural era.” The story of female leaders who participated in IWPG’s peace campaigns was also introduced gave a speech on “The Roadmap of Women for the Cessation of War” based on her experience establishing the 3rd IWPG Peace Monument in the Philippines last month She explained that she built the monument hoping that it would manifest as a concrete peace monument for the current and future generation “It will definitely have a ripple effect on women and young people as well I encourage women to participate in any IWPG peace initiatives so that women will appreciate more the importance of their involvement in peace activities.” Director General of Services of Türkiye Ministry of Culture and Tourism spoke of her various endeavors to accomplish world peace including empowerment of women and children she has received IWPG’s Peace Education and tried to spread peace culture and raise awareness in collaboration with media and community leaders play a crucial role in spreading a culture of peace I believe a sustainable peace process can only be achieved through the power of women We must stand up for women and children that are sacrificed at war even at this moment.” Environment and Climate Action and Constituency Empowerment of the Federation of Saint Kitts and Nevis “When we include more women as leaders and decisionmakers we allow for an all-encompassing approach.” She proposed enhancing women’s participation in decision-making advancing gender equality and empowering women encouraging peacekeeping activities in the individual and professional level the IWPG Peace Achievement Award was given to Ms Thandar Aung were appointed as Publicity Ambassadors the participants also wrote their own Peace Promise The content of this pledge will be shared at next year’s conference IWPG plans to actively work in various fields so that these peace activities can actually become the training material for Peace Education This year’s conference was held as part of the 10th Anniversary of the Sep 18 World Peace Summit IWPG is an international women’s NGO registered in UN ECOSOC and UN DGC and 730 partner organizations in 66 countries Under the vision “achieving sustainable world peace,” IWPG is actively working to build peace networks and support the legislation of the Declaration of Peace and Cessation of War (DPCW) Leave A Reply and website in this browser for the next time I comment commenced service in 1994 with outdated equipment and limited manpower but with the first of its kind and new style in the country’s broadcast media industry South Korea – A Canadian with a penchant for fostering the memory of his nation’s military service recently walked nearly 200 miles to a hilltop where his countrymen distinguished themselves in the Korean War Guy Black spent more than 2 ½ years planning and training for his trek which began in British Columbia and concluded at the Kapyong battlefield east of Seoul He timed his walk to coincide with the 70th anniversary of the conflict’s end “I hope that I can inspire more people to do something for remembrance,” he said April 21 at the Kapyong memorial “I want people to just know more about the Korean War I would like veterans to get more recognition and I hope that this walk gets people to remember and also do something that was worthy of a tribute to these people.” belonged to the outnumbered Canadian and Australian troops of the 27th British Commonwealth Infantry Brigade who prevailed over their adversaries in three larger Chinese regiments Ten Canadians lost their lives and another 23 were wounded The Australians lost 32 killed and 59 wounded An estimated 2,000 Chinese soldiers were killed or wounded on which Australians and New Zealanders remember their war dead delivered the address at the ANZAC memorial at Kapyong on Wednesday fought off waves of Chinese attackers starting April 24 and on the afternoon of 25 April the exhausted Chinese abandoned their attack,” he said During his speech and while walking the Australian positions “I could vividly imagine what this valley might have looked like 72 years ago,” he said would be proud of what their sacrifices enabled across [South Korea] today.” ordered his 700 men to dig in atop nearby Hill 677 The Chinese troops pummeled the Canadians with heavy fire and eventually surrounded them and the Canadians instead called for artillery strikes on their own position and resupplied by air kept their attackers at bay the 2nd Battalion of Princess Patricia's Canadian Light Infantry and the 3rd Royal Australian Regiment were awarded U.S Black said he has written newspaper and magazine articles about Canada’s part in the Korean War and helped with more than 35 proclamations honoring that service for communities in British Columbia The first leg of his trek began with a 16-mile walk from Black’s home in Coquitlam to the Gapyeong Stone Korean War Memorial in nearby Langley and then more than 60 miles to Vancouver Airport his wife and their two sons walked 20 miles from the airport their first day and 21 miles the next day commemorative walk two years ago to mark the 70th anniversary of the battle itself like hill running every week and long walking,” he said he was joined by members of South Korean Veterans Association Freedom League and Democratic Peaceful Unification Advisory Committee His entourage walked 15 miles with him to the Commonwealth memorials They were joined by cadets of the South Korean military academy and hikers they met along the way 186-mile trek concluded on April 21 with an ascent of steep narrow Hill 677 in Buk-myeon overlooking the Kapyong River Valley “The support from everyone was really cool I hope will be spread to a lot of people and they'll know more about Canada's contribution to the Korean War.” The battle is called the “Miracle at Gapyeong.” The heroic incident took place on May 26 in South Korea when a small battalion of 240 brave young soldiers from small-town southern Utah Latter-day Saint homes found themselves suddenly under attack by 4,000 Chinese and North Korean soldiers It was a terrifying and completely unexpected attack They were given the understanding that they were to provide artillery support to allied soldiers positioned ahead at the North Korean enemy line But there were critical miscommunications and in fact there was no buffer between the Utah soldiers and the enemy.  They were shocked and terrified to discover that they were being directly attacked The battle is accurately described as “a ferocious hand-to-hand battle fought in the early morning darkness.” At dawn Frank Dalley and Captain Ray Cox led their Latter-day Saint battalion into battle They courageously fought their way through the Gapyeong Valley destroying Chinese machine gun forts and inflicting hundreds of enemy casualties “I just kept firing my .50 caliber (machine gun) until the barrel melted,” said artillery soldier Elmo Robinson.  Despite having a better than 16x advantage (4,000 vs the Chinese/North Korean opposition finally gave up and attempted to retreat by climbing up the surrounding mountains to the north more than 350 Chinese and North Korean enemies were killed and another 830 were taken prisoner but not one of the Latter-day Saint soldiers was killed Many of the Chinese and North Korean soldiers that had been taken prisoner were asked how they could be so completely defeated by a such small battalion of only 240 young men He was a man of devout Latter-day Saint faith who was old enough to be a father to these young boys age 17 to 23 He knew their families and felt a paternal responsibility to take care of them He felt that if even one of those boys died he wouldn’t be able to face their parents back home in Southern Utah He spent hours in prayer pleading with the Lord to help him to know how to lead and protect them from harm's way It was well known by all in Dalley’s battalion that when the flag was raised at his tent he was in prayer and communication with God and that he was not to be disturbed Dalley later said on CBS Evening News with Edward R Murrow: "For moments I supposed I was almost dazed then instinctively my thoughts turned to God and I knew that our safety was in the hands our Maker and I feel sure that I was guided by a Supreme Being."  These young Latter-day Saints of the 213th National Guard Battalion became well known for their exactness and intelligence even before shipping out to Korea Their initial training was held in a military training camp in Washington state they were assessed and ranked as “Best in the Business,” the most consistent and accurate of all the battalions to come through that camp Most other groups trained there were sent as “backup” to other non-combat locations in the US or Germany; but this battalion was sent directly to Korea because of their diligence in learning and executing exactly as they had been taught this battalion was awarded President Harry Truman's "Presidential Unit Citation" for extraordinary courage and heroism under extremely hazardous conditions ► You may also like: What was the greatest battle fought in the Book of Mormon? a monument dedication ceremony commemorating this event took place in South Korea and other leaders from Southern Utah attended the ceremony as the new monument was installed said: “When the Utah delegation returned to Korea for the first time since 1951 and they saw the beautiful They couldn’t have imagined this complete transformation from the wreckage of 1951 to this shining magnificent new city of Seoul They called it a testament to the fruits of the liberty they fought for so many years ago.” As current mission president couple of the Korea Seoul Mission we wanted our young Korean missionaries to know of this miraculous stripling-warrior-like effort that helped to keep their country free from North Korean tyranny We took a P-Day and headed out to Gapyeong our missionaries had the opportunity to meet with Choi SeungSung the Director of this National Korean War Memorial He said that this Mormon Miracle was one of the most heroic and pivotal battles of the entire Korean War; one that helped to turn the Korean War in favor of the Allied troops He loves the Latter-day Saint soldiers so much that he presented us with a special plaque in their honor during our visit presented him with a Korean Book of Mormon and specially highlighted the story of Helaman and his stripling warriors He was touched as we related that strikingly similar story.  Our missionaries were very moved as Director Choi (a non-member) spoke to them of the courage and faith of the young soldiers of 1951 Our missionaries felt a deep sense of gratitude for the sacrifice made by their brothers who came here years ago not knowing anything about Korea or the conflict happening half a world away Many were young farming boys who simply put their faith in God and fought boldly for liberty  The words on this rock monument took on new meaning for these young Korean missionaries: “Freedom Is Not Free.” Without the sacrifice and faith of these good young men 70 years ago there would be no free and prosperous South Korea and the example set by these courageous young men The plaque on their monument seemed to say it all:  “We will remember you forever.” Story written by Brad Taylor based on information from the following:  Korea.net hosts networking event for Honorary Reporters Accord with Japan to protect both nations' people abroad A bilateral agreement with Japan will bolster cooperation in protecting the nationals of both nations abroad Click 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Descendants of Korean War veterans attend event in Incheon Multicultural families attend Chuseok event Address by President Yoon Suk Yeol on the 79th Liberation Day Keynote Address by President Yoon Suk Yeol at the NATO Public Forum K-pop management innovation changes global music industry Korea-French friendship to drive future partnership Denmark's digital strategy to preserve global democracy 10th workshop of European Association for Korean Language Education (EAKLE) PNP launches TOP COP special class to enhance tourist safety K-Culture Extravaganza Lights Up Jozi: Korean Cultural Centre Unveils ‘Travelling Korea’ Korean Restaurant to open soon in Abuja-Envoy Jusung Gabriel Park & Daejeon Philharmonic Orchestra Production Design: Scene Architects Build On-Screen Worlds is where you can nail the art of balancing in a strong current of 32 to 48 kilometers an hour Screen captures of the floor at Techrun in Gwangjin District Flow House Yongin limits the number of people who can enter the lane for safety issues Trying out water leisure sports at Gapyeong includes hanging out at the inflated balloon-like playground offers enjoyment with rides and sports activities spanning indoor and outdoor sites across Red and Blue Zones LOCAL NEWS BY FRANCES COOK, KSL TV thousands of soldiers from Utah were nearly 6,000 miles away from home fighting the “Forgotten War.” one of the cities where the Korean War took place has become a sister-city with the home of some of those soldiers Utah formed a so-called “sister-city” relationship in 2009 which opened trade mission delegations between the two cities Cedar City officials unveiled a new Korean War monument dedicated to a battle known as the “Miracle of Gapyeong.” got surrounded by 4,000 Chinese,” said Cedar City Mayor Maile Wilson Edwards there were hundreds of losses of life for the Chinese but not one member of our battalion lost their life was unveiled during a ceremony at Veterans Park The mayor and several other speakers commemorated the Battle of Gayeong with dozens of Utah Veterans in attendance Edwards said the 70th anniversary of the battle leading into Memorial Day was not lost on her “We couldn’t think of a better way to take pause recognize the bond between these two communities learn from the past and honor those that have made the ultimate sacrifice,” the mayor said Edwards also placed a wreath of flowers at the memorial the toll of the Korean War included more than one million deaths in South Korea and one million in North Korea along with 600,000 Chinese soldiers and 36,500 U.S The New York Times and the Salt Lake Tribune Veterans of the Korean War gathered in Langley Friday for an annual ceremony to remember a battle in which Canadians and New Zealanders held off a force seven times their number The Gapyeong memorial stone in the Derek Doubleday Arboretum has been a site of annual remembrance since it was first installed in 2019 The stone was shipped from Gapyeong County where members of the United Nations forces fought a pivotal battle to hold of a North Korean and Chinese advance in 1951 held off a full division of the Chinese People’s Volunteer Army that was marching towards Seoul The Canadians and their allies held back the attack for several crucial days preventing the encirclement of a larger group of U.S The battle helped blunt an advance from the north toward the capital of Seoul both those who served with the Canadian Armed Forces during the war and South Korean veterans who have since immigrated to Canada Private William Leslie Strachan died less than a month after he arrived in Korea she was 16 when her 21-year-old brother William died in battle “I don’t think Mom ever recovered,” said Gordon Strachan The ceremony was a way to keep her brother’s memory alive She raised her three children with stories of their Uncle William so they knew him almost as well as their other uncles “His birthday’s always important,” said Elizabeth Both of them have been overwhelmed by the recognition of Canada’s military commitment during the Korean war on display at the Gapyeong event Navy veteran Ron Foyle served on the HMCS Cayuga during the Korean War “It’s just been wonderful,” he said of the Gapyeong events He noted it’s possible to become emotional during the event “Some of the Korean veterans here call me ‘brother’,” he said All the veterans who served in the South Korean or Canadian militaries had poppies pinned to their jackets by students from Langley Secondary as part of the ceremony the event drew local politicians and dignitaries and provincial opposition leader Kevin Falcon Life&Culture [Eye Plus] Train station-turned music complex: Music Village 1939 Music Village 1939 is a music complex built on 38,000 square meters of land where the former Gapyeong station was located connecting Seoul and the small town of Gapyeong in Gyeonggi Province Also eye-catching is M-station building‘s media facade which shows video footages of concerts from the previous editions of Jarasum International Jazz Festival The municipal government of Gapyeong said it would continue to hold a variety of musical events to help the music community and citizens combat the COVID-19 pandemic Lee Jae-myung leads in hypothetical three-way race with Han Duck-soo the presidential candidate of South Korea’s main liberal Democratic Party holds a lead in a potential three-way race for the country’s next election 15% of Korean wage workers have flexible work schedules: data Koryo saram are 'living bridges' of Kazakh-Korean ties 'Smile at me': Cancer-fighting senior influencer inspires with strength Netflix's 'The Devil’s Plan' returns with star-packed season 2 Seoul to host inaugural 'MyK Festa' in June Yoo Seung-ho returns to stage as Brutus in reimagining of 'Julius Caesar' Interview: A legend contemplates usefulness Respect wanes: Teaching no longer highly coveted job in S South Koreans get creative with Parents’ Day gifts Korean mothers are opting for C-sections at record rates The president of the Korean Veterans Association came to Langley in July to visit a memorial marking a historic battle that involved Canadian Forces Sang Tae Shin laid a wreath at the Gapyeong Stone memorial in Langley Township's Derek Doubleday Arboretum alongside Langley-Aldergrove MP Tako Van Popta The stone commemorates the 1951 Battle of Kapyong – now known as Gapyeong – which took place between April 22 and 25 held a pass and blocked an advance by the Chinese People's Volunteer Army that threatened the South Korean capital The UN troops faced approximately seven-to-one odds It was one of a series of battles during that period in which small forces held back major advances long enough for the UN forces to form a new defensive line and prevent the capture of Seoul About 700 Canadians from the Princess Patricia's Light Infantry fought in the battle with 12 killed and 35 wounded during the fighting To commemorate those who fought and died in the battle the County of Gapyeong has partnered with communities in Canada to erect memorial stones shipping boulders from near the site of the battle but it has been followed by stones in Winnipeg Langley's memorial has been enhanced with a Korean-style garden with members of the Arboretum and Botanical Society taking the lead on that project in recent years Shin was given a tour of Langley Township Civic Facility by Councillor Michael Pratt a local businessman who has coordinated the placement of the stone and serves as an honourary ambassador for Gapyeong County said that Doug Hadley of the Aldergrove Legion and members of the local Korean-Canadian community also took part in the day's events An annual ceremony is held at the stone every April to mark the battle's anniversary as well as South Korean forces veterans who have since immigrated to Canada along with local dignitaries and students from Langley Secondary Scuba diving in an indoor pool might sound boring There are no tropical fish or coral reefs to admire below the surface consider a dive into Gapyeong’s K-26 pool— the deepest in Asia Ranking in at around 26 meters deep (the second deepest is in Taiwan at 21 meters) K-26 challenges experienced divers and first-timers alike It is a great spot to practice freediving and scuba diving without having to deal with freezing cold weather outside The temperature of the pool’s clean water is maintained at 29 degrees Celsius year-round As an ideal training spot for any level of diver the pool increases gradually in depth from around the 1.3-meter mark 10-meter mark until finally opening up to the 26-meter depth Inexperienced divers are only allowed up to the 10-meter mark but the facility offers certification lessons to build up to the max depth grey recreational building hides the 26-meter-deep marvel it houses inside two enormous windows gave me a view of the clear blue water and divers immersed deep inside Diving right in I filled out paperwork at the reservation desk and then received a short safety and basic diving skills lesson I chose the Diving Experience program (120,000 won or $102.78 including equipment) which doesn’t require prior certification or for you to be an experienced diver to try it out proper equipment use and scuba hand signs inside a small classroom on the second floor with knowledgeable PADI (Professional Association of Diving Instructors)-certified instructors The hand signals are essential to learn as they help avoid miscommunication during risky situations that may come up underwater so you’ll need to have a guide or friend who can translate for you I walked up to the third floor where the deck of the pool sits I stretched and hastily slipped into my skin-tight wetsuit to learn basic diving skills and techniques in the 1.3-meter-deep area of the pool The 1.3-meter-deep area of the pool was safe enough for me but I needed to bend my knees in the water to get fully underwater I learned essential skills for diving safely controlling buoyancy and equalizing my ears to re-balance the water pressure breathing from my mouth instead of my nose was a challenge which led me to breathe in water many times during the practice session the thrill I felt at the beginning was overshadowed by more fear Jae-jun could sense it and read it on my face just breathe through your mouth slowly - inhale and exhale deeply The first dive on the deepest end is the same height as a 10-story building “What if something bad happens to me,” I thought to myself Having an instructor to guide me through it helped me push those fearful thoughts away “Just do it!” I screamed at myself and sank into the water as Park gave me the thumbs-down hand signal Participants are allowed to explore the pool and try different depths at their own pace My instructor checked on me at every depth and he encouraged me to go deeper at a slow and steady pace It was like nothing I’d ever experienced before I referred back to my training and equalized my ears and the pain subsided I could see my instructor signaling me to head toward the 10-meter mark where there is a window to the outside world I was nervous to go to that point because right below it was the tunnel that leads to the 26-meter-depth I couldn’t even see the bottom of the pool from this point “Just do it!” I screamed at myself again as I kicked my legs I felt my heart beating fast when I looked down the deep blue vertical hole but I managed to reach the window and from there had a crystal clear view of Cheongpyeong Lake I felt as if I was floating in the sky and it made me realize why so many people love to scuba dive my diving director pointed to the air gauge of his scuba tank If you swim up to the surface of water rapidly my instructor made me ascend to the surface of the pool at a very slow pace A sense of accomplishment Once above the surface and from the safety of the deck I made my first dive and once again overcame my old phobia of nearly-drowning as a child I felt comfortable using my regulator to breathe and the worry I had about breathing in water through my nose was no longer an issue This experience has inspired me to try to get my scuba certification at K-26 The pool offers PADI-based scuba diving and freediving certification for open-water and professional diving The license sessions split into a few days allowing you to master the basic diving skills that will enable you to safely embark on all your future diving adventures The lessons are probably not as expensive as building your own dive pool The courses start at around 700,000-800,000 won and are only taught in Korean If you’re interested in English-friendly certification courses Aquatic Frontier Korea in Suwon offers those classes Solo dives at K-26 are prohibited and all divers are required to have a certified buddy with you then your dive buddy must have a higher experience level I’m already looking forward to getting my certification going beyond the pool and exploring the open sea Entry fees for certified divers • Weekday: 33,000 won (3hrs) Day ticket for 1 day: 53,000 won (available until 7 p.m.) • Holiday: 55,000 won (3hrs) Entry fees for Test dive • Diving Experience program (open to everyone): 120,000 won Note • Only certified divers can access the diving pool (Exception: Diving Experience Program with instructor) • All necessary diving equipment weights and wet suit for any session is free All you are required to bring is a swimsuit (One extra scuba tank is 10,000 won) • Online booking is necessary for your diving session Read now > Sign up for our weekly newsletter of articles from Japan Assistant Adjutant General Tyler Smith of Utah Army National Guard and Cedar City Mayor Maile Wilson-Edwards stand beside new monument stone from Gapyeong now part of the Korean War memorial at Cedar City’s Veterans Park Dignitaries gather at Korean War memorial at Cedar City’s Veterans Park SUU professor Johnny Oh speaks during ceremony commemorating 70th anniversary of “The Miracle at Gapyeong,” Cedar City’s Veterans Park Cedar City Mayor Maile Wilson-Edwards speaks at ceremony commemorating 70th anniversary of “The Miracle at Gapyeong,” Cedar City’s Veterans Park including civic leaders and military veterans observed the 70th anniversary of a Korean War battle known as “The Miracle at Gapyeong” on Wednesday The hourlong ceremony at Cedar City’s Veterans Park included tributes to Korean War veterans and the unveiling of a memorial stone from Gapyeong inscribed with […] The hourlong ceremony at Cedar City’s Veterans Park included tributes to Korean War veterans and the unveiling of a memorial stone from Gapyeong inscribed with the words: “We honor Cedar City Mayor Maile Wilson-Edwards gave a short account of the remarkable battle that had taken place exactly seven decades earlier at Gapyeong involving soldiers from Southern Utah’s 213th Field Artillery Battalion 240 soldiers from Cedar City and Richfield found themselves fighting against approximately 4,000 Chinese soldiers in a battle that began in the early morning hours The terrain was beyond difficult for fighting hundreds of Chinese soldiers lost their lives along with hundreds more being captured and surrendering The small group of soldiers from the 213th that was involved in this seemingly impossible battle all returned home without any loss of life noted that all of the 600 soldiers from Southern Utah who were under the command of Lt Frank Dalley returned home safely to their families at the end of the war “Everyone that we interviewed said that there was divine intervention and protection throughout the whole 18 months that they were there,” Roberts said Utah Army National Guard assistant adjutant general Tyler Smith spoke of what a soldier thinks about during wartime there’s a lot of things that go through their mind,” Smith said “I would argue that probably the foremost thing in their mind was that they had the love and support of their community and of their families Also installed next to the new monument stone is a metal plaque honoring the contributions of the late Sunny Lee who was recognized as being instrumental in making the project happen “She spent countless years strengthening the bonds between Cedar City and Gapyeong and our brave Korean War soldiers,” Wilson-Edwards said adding that Lee had first approached her about the idea for the monument stone in 2019 “We were both excited for this unique one-of-a-kind gift to come to our city and the special connection it signifies especially in light of the 70th anniversary of the Korean War,” Wilson-Edwards said the COVID-19 pandemic derailed the plans to hold a ceremony last fall and related travel restrictions also kept the Gapyeong contingent from attending Wednesday’s event The mayor said that since the initial planning for the monument stone she would want us to focus on the veterans and continue to honor and remember them.” a professor at Southern Utah University who wore traditional Korean clothing at the ceremony “We need to look to the sacred path,” he said “The path was made sacred by the sacrifices and devotion to serving by those who have gone before us I feel like Sunny Lee is smiling down on us today alongside with the Korean War veterans who’ve gone before.” executive officer of the 2nd Battalion 222nd Field Artillery said the 213th was the forerunner of today’s 2-222 “We’re proud of our storied history and lineage of the 213th,” he said I want to thank all of you for your support which has spanned the better part of the last century … I want to thank the people of Korea and the city of Gapyeong for remembering and honoring the sacrifices of the 213th with this stone memorial.” dozens of South Korean flags were flown alongside U.S flags in and around the park and along the adjacent streets of Main Street and 200 North/Freedom Boulevard Wilson-Edwards spoke fondly of the sister city relationship that Cedar City has shared with Gapyeong since 2009 which has united the two communities culturally since the formation of this sister city relationship delegations from South Korea have visited our beautiful city and our city has had the opportunity to travel to Gapyeong,” the mayor said noting that both communities have their own respective Korean War memorials Wilson-Edwards also talked of the upcoming Memorial Day holiday during her concluding remarks I can’t help but take this moment and publicly recognize that for countless families across the nation Memorial Day is often a painful reminder of those who were never afforded the opportunity to return home and attend events such as this and be honored as veterans for their service to our community,” she said as we look to the past and the bright sister city bonds that were forged on the battlefield we need to also say thank you to all of those who have and continue to serve our country and offer our deepest gratitude and appreciation.” The program’s musical numbers were performed by the Cedar City Middle School band Music teacher Allan Lee played “Taps” on the trumpet at the conclusion of the ceremony Korean War memorial at Cedar City’s Veterans Park Mike Miller welcomes crowd to special ceremony commemorating 70th anniversary of “The Miracle at Gapyeong,” Cedar City’s Veterans Park Members of the “Triple Deuce” 2-222 Field Artillery Battalion conduct flag ceremony during event commemorating 70th anniversary of “The Miracle at Gapyeong,” Cedar City’s Veterans Park Roberts speaks during ceremony commemorating 70th anniversary of “The Miracle at Gapyeong,” Cedar City’s Veterans Park Assistant Adjutant General Tyler Smith of Utah Army National Guard speaks during ceremony commemorating 70th anniversary of “The Miracle at Gapyeong,” Cedar City’s Veterans Park Ceremony commemorating 70th anniversary of “The Miracle at Gapyeong,” Cedar City’s Veterans Park SUU professor Johnny Oh and members of the late Sunny Lee’s family stand beside new monument stone from Gapyeong Cedar Middle School music teacher Allan Lee plays “Taps” at conclusion of ceremony commemorating 70th anniversary of “The Miracle at Gapyeong,” Cedar City’s Veterans Park L-R: Cedar City Council member Scott Phillips Rex Shipp stand beside new monument stone from Gapyeong Copyright St. George News, SaintGeorgeUtah.com LLC summary of the weather details and news of any severe weather We'll send breaking news and news alerts to you as they happen Receive Sunday Local Offers Coupons from St Your browser is out of date and potentially vulnerable to security risks.We recommend switching to one of the following browsers: Account processing issue - the email address may already exist Invalid password or account does not exist Submitting this form below will send a message to your email with a link to change your password An email message containing instructions on how to reset your password has been sent to the email address listed on your account Roman Kavchak and 35 Slavophones at the Monastery of the Transfiguration of the Saviour in Gapyeong and the consecration of the waters in the river near the monastery one of the 24 patron saints of the Korean Orthodox Metropolis whose holy relic fragment is kept at the monastery and churchgoers were especially blessed to venerate it a memorial service was held at the grave of Metropolitan Soterios where the ceremony of consecration took place everyone enjoyed a shared meal of love and had a fruitful spiritual discussion with Fr all the participants helped to clear the snow around the monastery and the chapel and tidied up the underground dining room the Patriarchate of Jerusalem solemnly celebrated the Sunday of the Myrrh-Bearing Women... 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(function() { window.mc4wp = window.mc4wp || { listeners: [] cb) { window.mc4wp.listeners.push( { event : evt callback: cb } ); } } }})(); © 2023 OrthodoxTimes.com - All rights reserved Necessary cookies are absolutely essential for the website to function properly This category only includes cookies that ensures basic functionalities and security features of the website These cookies do not store any personal information Any cookies that may not be particularly necessary for the website to function and is used specifically to collect user personal data via analytics other embedded contents are termed as non-necessary cookies It is mandatory to procure user consent prior to running these cookies on your website the Gapyeong Cherry Blossom Festival is set to start from April 8 to 16 at Eden Cherry Blossom Road in Gapyeong The 1.2-kilometer cherry blossom tunnel features stage performances of classical and popular songs a flea market of handmade things and local specialties throughout the festival The festival makes a return after a four-year break as most of the remaining COVID-19 policies were lifted as of Monday The event is open to people of all ages without any admission fees The Jeju Canola Flower Festival is scheduled to run through April 15 at Hueree Natural Park on Jeju Island The canola flowers represent spring on the southern island as they start to bloom at the end of winter The festival offers multiple photo zones for families and friends to take memorable pictures The Okcheon Seedling Festival makes a return after a four-year break due to the COVID-19 pandemic The event will take place in the areas around the Okcheon Seedling Park in Okcheon Celebrating the return of in-person festivities visitors can try their hands at various activities like seedling sharing and “plogging,” a combination of jogging and picking up litter The three-day nature-friendly event will take place from March 31 to April 2 The Pinnacle Land Spring Flower Festival is scheduled to take place at Pinnacle Land The botanical garden will present some 50,000 tulips and narcissus plants allowing visitors to enjoy a fragrant spring atmosphere The second edition of Pinnacle Land Spring Flower Festival also puts on a firework display at 8 p.m The Blossom Picnic is scheduled to kick off March 18 and run through April 9 at E-world in Daegu The venue offers visitors a chance to see the earliest blooming cherry blossoms as well as nighttime views of the pink flowers a camping zone and a picnic zone -- allowing visitors to enjoy spring in a variety of settings Red double-decker buses and a merry-go-rounds provide opportunities for Instagram photos as well Your browser does not support JavaScript, or it is disabled．Please check the site policy for more information Asia & World Korean Peninsula A rather isolated community of large palatial buildings is nestled in a mountainous area of Gapyeong One of the buildings is the headquarters of the Unification Church Other structures bearing the church’s logo include the Cheon Jeong Gung Museum a retirement facility and a huge restaurant called “Heaven G Burger.” But the foot and vehicle traffic were sparse in the area on a recent weekday a reflection of the dwindling church membership in South Korea now formally known as the Family Federation for World Peace and Unification say the organization can continue to hold on to such assets partly because of the revenue coming from Japan the Unification Church owns 46.2 million square meters of land in South Korea and its total assets are worth 2 trillion won (about 200 billion yen or $1.4 billion) “Donations from Japan have provided a large pillar for global activities” by the church Kwak said at a July news conference in Seoul after former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe was killed in Japan by a gunman with an apparent grudge against the church Kwak said the various organizations affiliated with the Unification Church in Japan have become completely removed from their original purpose They are now economic corps designed to drum up donations Although the Unification Church was founded in South Korea in 1954 it now has fewer members there than in Japan The decline in South Korean followers stems from the large presence of Christians in South Korea About 30 percent of the South Korean population are Christian exceeding even the 15 percent or so who say they are Buddhist “Christians have a huge influence in South Korean society,” and many established Christian churches have long considered the Unification Church as “heretical.” South Korean media reports say there are between 200,000 and 300,000 members of the Unification Church in South Korea a professor at Busan Presbyterian University who has written several books about the Unification Church including those who moved from Japan after marrying fellow members the Unification Church said it had 206 churches in Japan with total membership of about 600,000 But Tak said the Japanese follower number is likely only about 40,000 now The Unification Church was recognized as a religious corporation in Japan in 1964 10 years after its founding in South Korea “With the difficulties faced in missionary work in South Korea the church likely tried to expand its activities in Japan,” a political source said Moon established the International Federation for Victory over Communism With the Unification Church facing difficulties recruiting members “They attempted to expand their influence over a wide range of areas the South Korean president was military strongman Park Chung-hee Because the Park government was also anti-Communist the Unification Church was able to have one of its affiliated companies provide cannons to the South Korean military There is a record of Park visiting that company’s plant in 1977 showing the friendly ties between his administration and the church But the progress of democratization in South Korea placed the Unification Church in a more difficult position when Kim Young-sam ran in the South Korean presidential election scandals emerged about the support he received from those with ties to the church voters became more critical of the church following media reports and politicians began distancing themselves from the organization The church tried to directly enter the political arena but failed miserably It established its own political party in 2007 and ran candidates in all 245 districts in the national assembly election held the following year But the party only gained about 180,000 votes in the proportional representation constituency and the church no longer supports a particular party or lawmaker in South Korea Policymakers’ interest wanes for undersea church tunnel 2 opposition parties disclose members’ ties with church Politicians come out with dealings with Unification Church LDP denials over ties to church ring hollow for lawyers group Information on the latest cherry blossom conditions Please right click to use your browser’s translation function.) A series based on diplomatic documents declassified by Japan’s Foreign Ministry Here is a collection of first-hand accounts by “hibakusha” atomic bomb survivors chefs and others involved in the field of food introduce their special recipes intertwined with their paths in life A series about Japanese-Americans and their memories of World War II In-house News and Messages No reproduction or republication without written permission Carpentry work on the exterior of the Holy Monastery of Transfiguration of the Savior in Gapyeong was carried out on September 8-9 22-23 and September 30 to October 2 by the following members of the “Aquila and Priscilla” Union of the Seoul Cathedral: Gregory Park No -yang Andreas Kim Deok-seong and Peter Seo Jin-yong “We express to all of them our deep gratitude for their great effort and their excellent work in assisting the nuns and pilgrims of the Holy Monastery,” it was said in an announcement About 3,000 couples from 62 countries tied the knot in South Korea in a mass wedding ceremony conducted by the Unification Church founded by the late Reverend Sun Myung Moon A further 12,000 couples worldwide participated in the ceremony via the Internet president of the South Korean headquarters of the church had presided over mass weddings since the early 1960s which was witnessed by about 22,000 church followers and guests gathered at the church's CheongShim Peace World Centre in Gapyeong northeast of Seoul The couples included 1,000 who were newly wed and about 2,000 who were already married and seeking to re-dedicate their marriages and families to God as they had married before joining the church so of course it's extremely good to be together again," said Hyo-joo Song we're happy to be married and also share that experience with many other people." Moon was a lightning rod for controversy and was once jailed in the United States for tax evasion He also declared in 1992 that he and his wife were messiahs Critics over the years have called the organisation a cult questioning its finances and how it indoctrinates followers who are sometimes derogatorily known as "Moonies." talks with her groom Jaronce Dutil of Canada Couples pass time during the opening ceremony for the mass wedding Kim Sung-hyun (left) and Jeon Lee-ju from South Korea pray Yoo Jung-seuk from South Korea (left) and Tasaka Yumi from Japan pose for photographs Couples rehearse in front of a portrait of the late evangelist Reverend Moon Sun-myung and his wife Han Hak-ja A newly-wed couple prays during the mass wedding ceremony A bride walks past grooms queuing for the toilet A groom takes a selfie with a cardboard cut-out of late evangelist Reverend Moon Sun-myung and his wife All Headlines North Korea Sports Top News Most Viewed Korean Newspaper Headlines Today in Korean History Yonhap News Summary Editorials from Korean Dailies May 18 (Yonhap) -- Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on Thursday paid tribute to the hundreds of Canadian soldiers who were killed in the 1950-53 Korean War during his visit to a historic battlefield in Gapyeong Trudeau arrived in South Korea on Tuesday for a three-day visit he held a summit with President Yoon Suk Yeol and delivered a speech at the National Assembly marking the 60th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two countries where the 27th British Commonwealth Brigade Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau pays tribute to late Canadian soldiers at a monument that commemorates Canada's participation in the Korean War in Gapyeong They successfully halted the advance of the Chinese forces providing crucial time for South Korean and U.N troops to fortify their defensive positions The Canadian soldiers defended a strategically important hill making the Battle of Gapyeong one of the most significant military achievements in Canadian history Canada sent a total of 26,791 soldiers to Korea the third-largest contingent among the participating U.N Trudeau paid a solemn tribute to the fallen Canadian soldiers by laying a wreath at a monument that commemorates Canada's participation in the Battle of Gapyeong He became the first Canadian leader to visit there Trudeau and Kim also attended an event celebrating the establishment of a 5.3-kilometer forest trail which connects the locations defended by the Canadian soldiers It was created to mark the 60th anniversary of diplomatic ties between the two counties Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau (R) talks with Gyeonggi Gov Kim Dong-yeon as he visits a monument that commemorates Canada's participation in the Korean War in Gapyeong All News National Economy/Finance Biz Culture/K-pop Images Videos Korean Newspaper Headlines Korea in Brief Useful Links Weather Advertise with Yonhap News Agency The mayor of the South Korean town of Gapyeong came to Langley to visit a memorial stone that commemorates a battle involving Canadian soldiers more than 70 years ago where the community’s Gapyeong stone has stood for the last several years He met with local officials including Township Councillor Tim Baillie and Cloverdale-Langley City MP John Aldag along with members of the Arboretum Botanical Society of Langley and the local Rotary club and New Zealand soldiers who fought in the Korean War a small group of troops from the three Commonwealth nations The Canadians and their allies faced seven-to-one odds and held back the attack for several crucial days It was one of the key battles that prevented the seizure of the South Korean capital The stone is one of several set up across Canada they have been sent overseas to keep the memory of the battle alive and to create links between South Korea and Canada READ MORE: Historian’s walk connects Langley to site of battle in South Korea ranging from excitement and happiness to anxiety and exhaustion be sure to schedule plenty of downtime in your itinerary Some of the best places to find balance and peace of mind are at gardens and parks just outside of Seoul Easily accessible via public transportation A banquet of flowers awaits at The Garden of Morning Calm bringing in more than 1,300,000 visitors a year The name “Morning Calm” came from Sir Tagore who described Korea as “A land of the Morning Calm.” Designed with the concept of Korean style curves and asymmetrical balance The Garden of Morning Calm consists of various themed gardens One of the most popular spots among tourists is Seohwayeon Pond a beautiful water garden that featured in the Korean drama “Love in the Moonlight (2016).” Gyeonggi-do (more info) (경기도 가평군 상면 수목원로 432) The park offers visitors a chance to relax with more than 100 species of wild flowers and 200,000 diverse trees Visitors can also enjoy a stroll around the lake along the 7.5-kilometer-long walking trail or zoom past it riding a bicycle on a 4.7-kilometer-long bike path The park hosts International Horiculture Goyang Korea and Goyang Autumn Flower Festival annually With different flowers blooming throughout the year it’s a perfect place for a walk or a picnic Gyeonggi-do (more info) (경기도 고양시 일산동구 호수로 595) there is an extraordinary library called the “Forest of Wisdom,” where you can take a walk along magnificent rows of books for a special experience The library holds more than 500,000 books that were all donated on bookshelves reaching a height of 8 meters and covering a distance of 3.1 kilometers The books are grouped by donors instead of following the traditional library classification Many book lovers come to the Forest of Wisdom to savor the atmosphere of being surrounded by so many books rather than to actually read here You can find couples taking wedding photos all year round as the garden is one of the most popular places to take pictures It has also starred as a filming location for many Korean dramas such as “My love from the Star (2013)” and “Descendants of the Sun (2016),” as well as the movie “The Handmaiden (2016),” and various commercials and music videos Feel free to join in the craze and have your very own photo shoot here to celebrate your time in Korea Gyeonggi-do (more info) (경기도 파주시 광탄면 부흥로 242) The Camptong resort is to open its largest outdoor water park at Cheongpyeong Lake in mid-July camping and zones set aside for a variety of activities in Gapyeong-gun the planned water park will occupy about 33,000 square meters across the lake from Camptong’s existing water park Officials hope the two parks combined will attract around 200,000 tourists per year to the area The new water park has a 3,300 square-meter cafe facilities for pets and space for barbecues Also available are a waterslide that drops 20 meters at 25 meters by 10 meters with 100 sunbeds (The schedule will be announced in the coming weeks.) The Lodge at Camptong Forest will provide a package encompassing water activities Camptong officials said they are planning to expand beyond the Gapyeong location and are eyeing coastal cities like Yeosu and Busan There are a variety of passes for Camptong Island and Camptong Forest -- one includes only a single ride and others provide unlimited access Prices range from 9,900 won ($8.60) to 83,000 won The package deal encompassing water activities accommodations and a barbecue party costs from 340,000 won to 530,000 won depending on whether it is for two people or four Those who book tickets at the homepage (http://www.camptongforest.com) by July 13 can receive discounts of up to 30 percent The Korea Herald by Herald CorporationCopyright Herald Corporation There is a good chance that if you ever visit Daedeok Innopolis and are looking for a good eatery you will be told about a kalguksu (knife-cut noodle soup) restaurant or dotori muksabal (acorn jelly in a bowl) Gapyeong is famous for having Korea’s best quality jat because it has a perfect environment for cultivating the seeds: The summers are cool while the winters are colder than other areas of the country with fertile soil ideal for cultivating pine nut trees The pine nut trees grown in Gapyeong produce the best quality jat Gapyeong jat have large seeds and are considered the most delicious tasting in Korea people use these good-quality jat to make a variety of dishes jatdubujeongol (pine nut tofu mushroom hot pot) and jatdububossam (boiled pork eaten with a salty sauce and wrapped in greens) Some of the most popular jat dishes are jatdubu and jatdubujeongol (Left) Gapyeong is famous for producing thick glossy and flavorful high-quality jat.(Right) Jatdubu is made by grinding jat and beans together Let’s find out more about jat before we try some jat dishes Jat are part of the nut family and feature hard shells which makes them effective in preventing anemia Jat also have a lot of healthy unsaturated fat which helps improve the luster of one’s skin and lowers the body’s cholesterol count there’s really no reason not to eat jat!In Gapyeong You should definitely try jatdubu if you want to experience its original taste The dish makes each bite taste even more delicious than the last it perfectly melds gently crumbling dubu with crunchy jat.Eating jatdubu is as easy as it looks It’s best to lightly dip it in soy sauce or wrap it up in kimchi Jatdubu is delicious no matter what kind of side dish you have with it Jatdubujeongol is made by placing jatdubu and various vegetables into a thick broth that is then boiled until everything is cooked The dish features a well-balanced mix of vegetables which uses gochujang (red pepper paste) as its base it is considered one of the best dishes to soothe the stomach in the morning after a night of drinking.The thick broth of jatdubujeongol is more infused than jatdubu The broth tastes delicious because it features a mix of various spices along with jatdubu That’s why you can’t help but come back for more Koreans say that “heat beats heat,” which essentially means that when your fatigued by the hot humid weather you need to soothe your body with something hot The hot broth of jatdubujeongol makes you sweat profusely It’s all thanks to the jat that you can regain your strength through this dish there are traditional full-course meals that feature various dishes using jatdubu man is undertaking a walk that will take him from a battle memorial in Langley to the site of the clash itself in South Korea Guy Black noted that his walk has “an 11-hour flight interruption.” April 14 from the Gapyeong memorial stone in Langley’s Derek Doubleday Arboretum passing through much of the Lower Mainland before arriving at the Vancouver International Airport before walking to Gapyeong County and the site of the battle where Canadian forces fought against a Chinese military force more than 70 years ago He will arrive in time to commemorate the start of the battle as he did for a previous walk in 2021 from Tofino to Langley to bring attention to the history of Canadian soldiers in the Korean War The battalion of Canadians and their allies faced seven-to-one odds and held back the attack for several crucial days and blunting the North Korean drive towards Seoul part of the Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry spent much of the battle surrounded on Hill 677 and a friend all taking turns to walk with him The march will finish on the anniversary of the battle at the hill where the Canadians fought he stopped in Maple Ridge to visit the sister of one of the Canadian soldiers who died serving in Korea it’s the most important part of this trip,” he said The Korean War has often been a lesser-known conflict compared to the First and Second World Wars although thousands of Canadian Forces members took part in the fighting who was instrumental in placing the Gapyeong stone memorial in Langley have been working to expand the knowledge of the battle and Canada’s part in the war Gapyeong County sent the stone from near the site of the battle to Canada to help commemorate the battle Several other Gapyeong stones are now in other Canadian communities Part of that is due to educational efforts but part is also due to the growing Canadian-Korean population One of those at the start of Black’s walk on Friday was Taeyoung Kim president of the Korean War Veterans Association in B.C. a group of Korean-Canadians who fought in the war Chang pointed out that their average age is now 92 representatives of the Korean Consulate in Vancouver and of the Royal Canadian Legion were present there will be a memorial at the stone marking the date of the battle with participation by students from nearby Langley Senior Secondary READ MORE: Langley battle memorial marks 70 years since pivotal clash in Korean War READ MORE: Holding on to memory of Canada’s Korean War battles Part of the prison letters and arguments of Lee Eun-hae (33) the main culprit of the so-called "Gapyeong Valley Murder Case," who was sentenced to life imprisonment for killing her husband for the purpose of 800 million won in life insurance In the third part of MBC's brutal crime series "She Killed," which aired on the 26th the murder in Gapyeong Valley in 2019 was re-examined Lee Eun-hae's prison letter to the production team was revealed for the first time who was really hesitant to write this letter "I really want to reveal the fact that I didn't kill my brother." he said he believed that even if it was an uncomfortable truth that no one wanted and was uncomfortable who said it was an accident that happened unintentionally also said that the deceased jumped out voluntarily I already couldn't see my brother," he said in his essay He claimed that the brother he knew was clearly a person who knew how to swim and had no fear of water He even said he saw him swimming in the pool himself "My brother and I argued over sexual intercourse that day as well," adding "I was annoyed and relaxed my mood by playing with Cho Hyun-soo and my brother." his father said he believed his daughter's claim Lee Eun-hae was sentenced to life imprisonment by the Supreme Court on charges of encouraging her husband to dive in the Yongso Valley in Gapyeong in June 2019 and then turning a blind eye to his rescue request Lee Eun-hae reportedly committed the crime for 800 million won in death insurance in the name of Yoon Riders on a newly remodeled cycling road along the Bukhan River in Gapyeong Riders and their bicycles crowd the tail carriage of the Gyeongchun (Seoul-Chuncheon) train A poll released on the 26th showed that preliminary candidate Kim Yong-tae who broke away from "Cheon Ah-yong-in" (Cheon Ha-ram and Lee Ki-in) and challenged Pocheon and Gapyeong as a member of the people's power in the April 10 general elections According to a two-day poll of 500 men and women aged 18 or older in Pocheon and Gapyeong from the 23rd to the 24th preliminary candidate Kim ranked first with 21.3% of all voters including supporters of all political parties a former member of the planning committee for the 20th presidential transition and is in a close race with Kim within the margin of error The survey was followed by 10.9% of former Gapyeong-gun County Governor Kim Sung-ki 9.4% of former administrators of Yoon Suk Yeol Presidential Office Heo Gong-won In the People's Power supporters and non-partisan groups who are the subjects of the People's Power primary poll It was followed by 12.5% of preliminary candidates Kim The election method set by the People's Power Nomination Management Committee reflects 80% of public opinion polls and 20% of the party's vote in metropolitan areas such as Pocheon and Gapyeong except for those who support the people's power and those who do not have a supporting party to prevent adverse selection Kwon ranked first with 14.8% of the support rate among the non-partisan group the approval rating among the Democratic Party's supporters was 15.8% for Kim Among the supporters of the New Reform Party and the New Cho Kuk Party Kim received 38.6 percent and 33.1 percent while Kwon's approval rates were 10.8 percent and 3.9 percent As a result of a virtual match with former Pocheon Mayor Park Yoon-guk who was confirmed as the Democratic Party's candidate for the general election Kwon won outside the margin of error with 46.1% of the candidate Kwon and 33.8% of the candidate Park In the case of a virtual confrontation between Heo and Park Heo was ahead within the margin of error with 40.1% of candidate Heo and 35.1% of candidate Park The survey was conducted by a wireless ARS telephone survey using structured questionnaires and samples were sampled using 77% of mobile phone virtual number ARS and 23% of landline RDD ARS (See the website of the National Election Commission for more information.) 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