Take a walk to appreciate the beauty of the Suncheonman Bay National Garden The sprawling grounds of the garden were established to preserve the bay area and are home to a variety of flora and fauna Due to the National Garden’s close proximity to the wetland reserve both attractions are considered as one destination for travelers to the area The National Garden features a variety of beautiful gardens including a traditional Korean garden and other sections representing 11 different countries from around the world The garden is filled with an abundance of tulips the National Garden always offers breathtaking views to behold you will be captivated by their grand scale Remember to wear comfortable shoes and check the weather as a visit to the National Garden takes about three to five hours to complete With numerous things to see and plenty of photo opportunities the garden hosts exciting events depending on the season such as live music and festivals Cross the Dream Bridge to access the Wetland area Following this route will help you explore the entire garden and visit all the main sights within 3-4 hours Recommended for those who want to start by visiting the main attractions and then explore the entire garden Families with children who want to see adorable animals and water birds first are recommended to start their tour from the West Gate Ticket: Children 5,000 won / Teens 7,000 won / Adults 10,000 won (50% off for entry after 5 p.m.) - for Suncheon Bay Wetland & National Garden together Top 5 sights at Suncheonman Bay National Garden The World Gardens of 11 different countries showcase the unique traditional styles As the Netherlands is often called the garden of Europe because of its picturesque landscapes with windmills and flower fields the Dutch Garden shares the beauty of spring in Suncheon City with tulips and a big windmill Surrounded by six hills symbolizing the six mountains of Suncheon the lake garden is famous for being the most artistic garden in the National Garden The lake formed by drawing water from the Dongcheon River signifying the connection between the old town and the new downtown of the city It offers the most stunning landscape in the National Garden Bonghwa Hill is the highest point among six hills where visitors can see panoramic views of the entire garden Suncheonman Bay WWT Wetland & Waterfowl Playground This wetland is home to various aquatic plants and water birds The Waterfowl Playground allows you to observe beautiful birds such as flamingos The Korean Garden recreates traditional Korean garden landscapes from the past Suncheon City is the home of 60 percent of the royal azaleas produced in Korea With over 1,000 rare species of royal azaleas planted along the hillside this garden is simply blooming with beautiful flowers Read now > Sign up for our weekly newsletter of articles from Japan joined hands with a representative cultural industry organization in Shanghai China to exchange global cultural contents Suncheon City announced on the 22nd that a delegation of 20 members of China's Shanghai Culture Chamber visited the Suncheon Bay National Garden and held an exchange event to discuss ways to cooperate in the cultural content industry between the two cities The Shanghai Culture and Commerce Association is an organization under the Federation of Commerce and Industry representing Shanghai's commerce and industry and is an influential organization with more than 120 companies in the fields of animation and cultural content The visit was made by selecting Suncheon as a key hub city during the Shanghai delegation's three-day exchange with South Jeolla Province Suncheon City shared its animation and webtoon cluster creation project and content convergence strategy and discussed ways to cooperate among content companies the strategy to foster the Suncheon-type content industry and Suncheon University also participated in the meeting to explore the possibility of mutual projects and talent exchanges with local Chinese content companies The two sides agreed to continue cooperation in various fields "Suncheon has formed sisterhood relationships with Chinese cities such as Ningbo City We hope that cooperation with Shanghai City will also lead to the creation of new business models in the cultural industry." "Shanghai is the city with the largest number of companies in China and it is the center of overseas investment and trade," Yang Phone chairman of the Shanghai Culture and Commerce Association "We hope that Suncheon and Shanghai will become strategic partners in the cultural content industry." ※ This service is provided by machine translation tool Sign up for our daily Newsletter and stay up to date with all the latest news You are receiving this pop-up because this is the first time you are visiting our site You are using software which is blocking our advertisements (adblocker) we are relying on revenues from our banners So please disable your adblocker and reload the page to continue using this site.Thanks Suncheon City is actively promoting agricultural policies The city is focusing on introducing smart agriculture intensively fostering high-income strategic crops and establishing a sustainable local food system To strengthen the capabilities of young farmers the city has created two disaster-type smart greenhouses to operate a "management practice rental farm" that rents for three years and supports management and technical consulting It also creates an urban smart farm complex to provide a space for crop production and introduces vertical farms and hydroponic smart agricultural facilities using empty buildings to create new agricultural jobs and improve productivity It is also stepping up efforts to foster high-income crops and increases farm household income through customized support With the aim of increasing the number of farms with annual income of more than 100 million won to 195 Read more at Maeil Business Newspaper Frontpage photo: © Josefkubes | Dreamstime FreshPublishers © 2005-2025 VerticalFarmDaily.com who killed a teenage student in downtown Suncheon responds to reporters' questions after completing a pre-trial detention hearing at the Suncheon branch of the Gwangju District Court on Saturday morning Suncheon Open Film Set is a famous filming location recreating Korea from the 1960s to the 1980s It’s been the backdrop for over 70 movies and dramas Visiting this open set will allow you to travel back in time experience an era of struggles with the aftermath of the Korean War and the period of rapid economic growth While enjoying various activities and photo zones here you will fully soak into the retro sentiment of Korea’s past Many visitors enjoy taking unique and entertaining photos with their friends here and Koreans who actually lived through the period often feel a visit is like reliving their youth Don’t miss the chance to experience scenes of Korea’s modern history and make sure to capture some of unforgettable photos Price: 5,000 won for 1 hour / 1,000 won for additional accessories head to the shop that looks like an old classroom Here you can rent a classic Korean grade school uniform for some great pics on the K-drama sets There are two types of school uniforms from the 1960s to 1980s One is the ordinary national school uniforms which you can choose between summer and winter versions which Korean high school students wore during military training in case they were called upon to serve in the military during this tense period and the staff will kindly assist you as needed don’t forget to ask for a map to help you navigate the three districts here: The downtown street features a comic book store The small stream that flows past the marketplace is famous as a filming location for movies and is also renowned as a photography spot due to its unique scenery you can find a 1970s neighborhood called “Daldongne.” In Korean “Daldongne” is a term that refers to a shantytown with densely clustered housing for poor people on the high ground of the city during a period of explosive population growth and rapid urbanization The district houses some trendy hangout spots among Korean youth in the 70s and 80s Suncheon City conducted a safety inspection on the underground construction site in the jurisdiction and took a preemptive response to the ground subsidence accident the city visited the underground construction site of a high-voltage transmission line in the downtown area and focused on ground subsidence and structural collapse risk factors "As ground sinking accidents can lead to major human and property damage we will keep citizens' safety first by thoroughly inspecting and managing dangerous sections and underground facilities before the rainy season." The city will conduct a preliminary full investigation into areas where ground subsidence has occurred and is concerned and conduct a two-week joint inspection with related agencies and private experts on areas where ground subsidence is concerned the maintenance and repair work for dangerous areas will be carried out the city held a briefing session on ground subsidence prevention measures with heads of large construction sites and underground development-related authorization and permits to discuss the ground subsidence response system including sharing the current status of areas concerned about ground subsidence Murderer Park Dae-seong [JEONNAM PROVINCIAL POLICE AGENCY] Three cities in the eastern part of Jeollanam-do united to overcome the industrial crisis in the Gwangyang Bay area The three cities adopted a joint declaration through an administrative council meeting held at the Citizens Hall of Gwangyang City Hall on the 30th and formalized solidarity and cooperation to revive the stagnant flagship industry The declaration comes amid a structural crisis that has recently shaken the economic foundation of the Gwangyang Bay area has played a pivotal role in the country's key industries but the local economy is seriously hit by external factors such as global oversupply it is a common recognition of problems in the three cities that not only the contraction of the industrial base but also the lack of youth jobs and concerns about population outflows are becoming a reality The mayors who attended the meeting emphasized that there is a limit to individual cities' handling of the crisis and that regional cooperation is the only solution for the survival of the Gwangyang Bay area rather than simply staying in symbolic solidarity we decided to work together to link practical policies to respond to industrial crises and increase future responsiveness the crisis in the petrochemical industry in Yeosu will be promoted together so that it can be designated as a preemptive response area at the national level and the entire Gwangyang Bay area will be designated as a special industrial crisis response area the government will focus its administrative capabilities on expanding the job base and improving settlement conditions so that young people can stay in the region It also plans to ease regulations that hinder corporate attraction and increase urban competitiveness by expanding wide-area transportation networks and linking medical and tourism infrastructure they agreed on the urgent need for a response strategy to strengthen the industrial base and living base at the same time due to concerns that the improvement of the wide-area transportation system such as the expansion of the railway network could accelerate and the outflow of population to the metropolitan area Suncheon Mayor Roh Kwan-kyu proposed a new cooperative model beyond the level of joint response "This joint declaration goes beyond simple administrative cooperation and is the starting point for Yeosu Suncheon and Gwangyang to unite as one economic alliance," he said it should develop into a special government that can deal with industrial policy "We will cooperate with local chambers of commerce and the central government so that this initiative can lead to concrete institutionalization," he stressed Suncheon City in South Korea’s southern region is well-known for its rich ecological diversity Suncheonman Bay Wetland and the National Garden the city has earned the nicknames “Ecological City” and “Garden City.” Suncheon City offers a number of unique and exciting sights a 600-year-old folk village and beautiful mountain temples The city shows the true beauty of Korea with a blend of culture Most of the attractions are conveniently located within a 20- to 40-minute drive from one another the public transportation in the area makes getting around easy Suncheon City promises to provide some of the most captivating scenes in Korea If you want to plan a special trip this autumn I highly recommend adding Suncheon City to your bucket list Let’s check out the major destinations you shouldn’t miss when visiting Suncheon City Sucheon City offers a special pass that allows visitors to access six attractions in Suncheon including Suncheonman Bay National Garden Suncheon Open Film Set and Suncheon Ppurigipeunnamu Museum in two days You can purchase this pass at any destinations on the list Ticket: Children 5,500 won / Teens 8,500 won / Adults 12,000 won Suncheonman Bay Wetland Reserve is home to the most beautiful coastal wetlands in Korea they were recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site the vast tidal flats feature harmonious landscape blending with picturesque reed fields This wetland serves as a stunning natural habitat hosting a variety of sea creatures such as crabs and mudskippers as well as over 230 species of migratory birds that visit each year A highlight of the visit is witnessing the sunset over the Sunehonman Bay from the Yongsan Observatory If you plan to explore both Suncheon Bay Wetlands and the National Garden in a single day start by exploring the garden and save the wetlands for later in the day to catch the sunset (May to Aug.)  (Closed every fifth Monday of the month) Ticket: Children 5,000 won / Teens 7,000 won / Adults 10,000 won - for Suncheon Bay Wetland & National Garden together Course: The entrance > Natural Ecology Center > Reed Field Trail > Yongsan Observatory > Return to the entrance The center offers educational values and interesting insights into the ecology of Suncheonman Bay Visitors can enjoy informative explanations from guides and participate in various experience programs Visiting the center will help you gain a deeper understanding of the wetland and its diverse inhabitants you’ll arrive at a small mountain where Yongsan Observatory stands There are multiple directions on the reed field trail so keep an eye out for signs to ensure you’re headed in the right direction to reach the mountain and you can reach the observatory in about 20 minutes during sunset you’ll be able to witness the most breathtaking views of Suncheonman Bay you might encounter creatures scuttling about the reed fields shimmer in shades of green and gold under the sun The expansive reed forest sways gracefully in the wind you’ll spot crabs scattering below and migratory birds resting in their temporary residence This sight is so breathtaking that it is a favorite amongst photographers looking to capture stunning nature shots the reeds transform into golden hues worth a trip to see for yourself try the Ecological Experience Boat tour (생태체험선) which can give you a chance to enjoy a close-up view of huge tidal flats and reed fields Departing from Daedaeseon Pier and traveling along the canal to the S-shaped tidal flats at Suncheonman Bay this round-trip journey takes approximately 30 minutes Please note that the boat doesn’t operate on Mondays operating hours may vary due to tidal conditions so inquire with the staff about the schedule when purchasing your ticket You can buy the ticket at the boat station located before the bridge that connects to Reed Field Trail Fee: 7,000 won (Adults) / 3,000 won (Teens) / 2,000 won (Kids) Jogyesan Provincial Park is known as one of top 100 famous mountains of South Korea The park is home to two significant temples that have been preserved for over 1,000 years A visit to one or both temples can guarantee you a deeply therapeutic experience The trail leading to these ancient temples is peaceful and easy to navigate you can take a moment to dip your feet into the refreshing waters of the cool stream for some relaxation The harmonious scene of the majestic forests and temples creates an atmosphere where you can forget worldly worries and soothe your soul Songgwangsa Temple was built in the late Silla period during the 10th century and is one of the three principal Buddhist temples in Korea This temple stands as the center of Korean Buddhist history as it has produced 16 National Masters which are the highest rank a monk can attain Many Buddhist practitioners around the world come here to cultivate their minds and participate in their temple stay programs Seonamsa dates to the 6th century and is a designated UNESCO World Heritage site the temple’s Haewuso Hall is a must-visit place which houses many important Buddhist cultural relics The temple is also famous for the stunning views of the surrounding landscape Due to the proximity to Nakan Eupseong Folk Village many travelers include these destinations on the same trip route There is a hiking trail that allows you to visit both temples within 2-3 hours You can start at either temple and follow the trail leading to the other ask staff at the entrance of a temple and pick up a map Planning to visit only one temple due to limit of time Try visiting Seonamsa Temple if you’d like to enjoy the landscape of Seungseon Bridge and wild tea If you want to appreciate a magnificent temple in harmony with nature stop by the Wild Tea House for a nice cup of tea and traditional snacks in a lush forest setting Transport to Joseon Dynasty at Nakan Eupseong Folk Village Nakan Eupseong Folk Village is my favorite place among all the wonderful destinations in Suncheon City Exploring this village makes me feel like I’ve traveled in a time machine to the Joseon Dynasty 600 years ago The walled town was built during the late Goryeo and early Joseon Dynasty to defend the village against frequent invasions by Japanese pirates This is neither a theme park nor movie set but an authentic folk village that has existed and preserved its original form to present day Unlike Hanok villages where aristocrats lived in tile-roofed houses Nakan Eupseong Folk Village retains a cluster of the thatched-roof houses where commoners lived This is truly a peaceful place preserving the indigenous values of old Korea as if time stopped here hundreds of years ago Suncheon locals live in the thatched-roof houses in Nakan Eupseong Folk Village While wandering through this picturesque village enjoy your time as a time traveler to old Korea Ticket: Children 1,500 won / Teens 2,500 won / Adults 4,000 won Visitors can experience the lifestyle and culture of common people in the Joseon era through various experience programs Most of the activities are run by locals and free of charge It’s highly recommended to visit during the weekends if you’re interested in enjoying experience programs folk festivals and watching traditional performances local staff may cancel programs earlier if there aren’t enough visitors If you want to create a memorable experience in Suncheon I strongly recommend staying overnight at this folk village Many locals in the village run homestays where they rent out their own houses to tourists you can enjoy a garden BBQ party and take a nighttime stroll to stargaze and experience the folk village on your own This place provides spacious and clean beds while most others run by locals offer only flat blankets instead of beds it’s unmanned with a self-check-in and check-out system for more privacy It’s a bit pricier compared to other accommodations around the village but definitely worth it for its cleanliness Price: 100,000 won to 170,000 won for two to five people Capture the best view at the top of the town wall To get a panoramic view of the entire village climb up to the southwestern part of the fortress wall Walking through the fortress usually takes only 10-20 minutes Whether you visit in the morning or at sunset you can find one of the most distinctive sceneries in Korea here so make sure to capture the moment with a photo has started to discover the next generation of webtoon talents targeting the global market Suncheon City began its "webtoon start-up" process in earnest from the 15th and started its first talent training project as a cultural city in Korea The "Webtoon Startup" course is a representative creative incubation program organized by Suncheon City which was selected as the country's first cultural city in the field of cultural contents last year Fourteen trainees selected from various regions will participate and receive 12 training sessions for a total of four weeks from 15th to May 9th centered on Suncheon Global Webtoon Center The contents of the training consist of a practical curriculum and current expert mentors plan to further enhance the creative ability of trainees by providing 1:1 feedback and customized advice excellent trainees who have completed this course will be given the opportunity to participate in the "Webtoon Boot Camp Pro Writer's Team," which is scheduled to open in the second half of the year to support actual production of works and entry into global platforms it will take the lead in fostering professional manpower and supporting youth employment by conducting in-depth courses for each specialized field such as conti At the orientation held on the first day of the training we had time to greet the instructors and trainees and enhance their understanding of the entire curriculum and the webtoon industry "I think I can take a step closer to my dream of becoming a webtoon artist with a field-oriented curriculum and guidance from professional instructors." An official from an anchor company that runs this program said "As it is the first meaningful project since moving to Suncheon I hope the participants will achieve practical results." "The most important thing to leap into a cultural industrial city is talent," adding "We will actively support local and prospective creators to grow together through cultural city projects and to provide practical benefits to both companies and creators." On the Stage is part of the exhibition where visitors can see various characters from illustrator Lee Suzy’s books “Summer Theater Suzy Lee Exhibition” is held at Suncheon Picture Book Library Lee expresses children’s movements dynamically by mixing different materials such as paper collages and using various pencils including oil pastels An illustration from Lee’s book “Summer” published in 2021 [BIRYONGSO] As Lee Jae-myung of the Democratic Party of Korea officially pledged to establish a national medical school in Jeollanam-do there are growing calls for the integration of Mokpo University and Suncheon University there are also concerns that the "two-campus system" being promoted after the integration could become an obstacle to the establishment of the national medical school Candidate Lee Jae-myung announced his pledge in the Honam area on the 24th and promised to "establish national medical schools in Jeollanam-do the only metropolitan local government without medical schools where medical schools have disappeared due to the closure of Seonam University." "The issue of Jeonnam National Medical School should have been decided on a university last year," he said "We need to quickly decide on one and submit it to the government." This is interpreted as a statement reflecting the political demand for the establishment of a new medical school centered on a unified integrated university and Suncheon National University immediately welcomed the plan and reaffirmed their strategy to attract national medical schools based on integrated universities in accordance with the basic agreement signed in November last year Recognizing the reality that it is difficult to meet the government's criteria for screening the establishment of medical schools alone the two universities agreed to launch a national university of scale and competitiveness through integration But the problem is the operation plan of the university Jeollanam-do Province and both universities are currently planning a "two-campus system" in which campuses and university hospitals are placed on both Mokpo University (west region) and Suncheon University (east region) Although the plan considers balanced regional development the Ministry of Education and politicians are known to prefer a single campus system due to efficiency It is pointed out that as national medical schools require huge budgets and professional manpower the operation of multiple campuses is likely to act as a burden in the process of promotion as it is necessary to quickly and strongly foster "one national medical school" in order to revive the purpose of candidate Lee Jae-myung's pledge most of the government-level university establishments or large-scale investments are based on a single headquarters system as a basic principle There are also voices of concern in the community "Integration is necessary to attract medical schools but considering the quality of education and policy direction a single campus-centered operation will be more realistic," a university official said "Mokpo University and Suncheon University should be integrated but medical schools should focus on one side." "The policy of establishing a national medical school through an integrated university remains unchanged," but added "We will carefully decide on specific campus deployment and operation plans taking into account both the government's policy direction and regional reality." Suncheon City will run a special search program to commemorate "2025 Suncheon Bay Black Crane Day" in Suncheon Bay Wetland from the 28th to March 3rd and the city designates February 28th as "Sunman Bay Black Crane Day" every year to protect them and holds various commemorative events Suncheon Bay is a world-class migratory bird habitat and as a result of promoting ecological restoration it has become a key area where about 7,600 surviving black cranes worldwide currently winter The search distance was narrowed to 20m due to the formation of trust with black cranes and Ramsar-gil has become a world-class search attraction This year's Black Crane Day celebration program will be organized by the Suncheon Bay Ecotourism Council to promote the "New+Water-Dried Survey" program to spread the bird culture Participants can observe endangered rare migratory birds in mudflats and agricultural lands with search experts and experience the Duke of Black Crane All participants will also be provided with healthy food refreshments at the Suncheon Bay Rest Area and reservations are available in advance through Google Form The participation fee is 30,000 won for adults and 15,000 won for teenagers and children Sound Exploration and Walking Exploration programs utilizing Suncheon Bay's primitive environment will also be operated Sound Exploration' is an experience that combines barefoot walking while listening to the sounds of nature in a reed field and is held three times a day for an hour course The "Walking Exploration" will be held four times a day you can experience the spectacular sight of the black cranes flying overhead with sunrise This program is open to participants over the age of 7 and can be booked through the Suncheon Bay Wetland website on a first-come first-served basis with 15 people per episode Suncheon Bay is the best place to meet winter migratory birds such as black cranes closely with beautiful nature "I hope you will wish the black cranes a healthy northward with your family in Suncheon and enjoy a warm spring search trip in the plum blossoms of Namdo." which is designated as a World Natural Heritage site arrested) who killed a high school girl for no reason in Suncheon was evaluated by a criminal psychological analysis expert as "a person who shares anti-social fantasy." a professor of criminal psychology at Kyunggi University said on CBS radio's "Kim Hyun-jung's News Show" on the 2nd "There are so many behaviors that don't go well with the front and back." Regarding Park Dae-sung's claim that "I can't remember the crime because I drank about four bottles of soju," Professor Lee said "It's hard to say that the witness is in the opposite direction "In the case of indiscriminate crimes that say 'I should harm someone' there are many cases where the victim is surprised and runs away," he said "But this case had a process of attacking several times." This means that it is difficult to see it as the act of a person who does not remember and becomes insincere He paid particular attention to Park Dae-sung's tattoos tattoos are not done on the neck and in the front but Park Dae-sung intends to cause fear for viewers "The reason why there are so many women among the victims is that people with poor defense are chosen," adding the elderly or children can fall victim to indiscriminate murder without asking enough." Regarding the scene of Park Dae-sung laughing immediately after the crime "It can be interpreted as a smile that feels satisfied that 'the goal has been achieved.' Park Dae-sung was arrested by police on charges of stabbing A (18) with a weapon several times on the street in Jeongwon-dong The Jeonnam Police Agency held a personal information disclosure committee and decided to disclose Park Dae-sung's name age and photo on the Jeonnam Police Agency's website for 30 days Suncheon City will promote the "Restoration of Wetlands at the mouth of Dongcheon" project to expand Suncheon Bay's ecological and economic value to the city center Located between Suncheon Bay Wetland and the city center the Dongcheon Estuary is a place with well-preserved biodiversity and originality as a coastal wetland It is an area registered as a Ramsar wetland in recognition of its ecological importance internationally concerns over damage to the ecosystem in wetland protected areas have been continuously raised due to farming activities in some agricultural lands Suncheon-si secured 12 billion won in state funds last year to purchase 18 hectares of Dongcheon estuary agricultural land it has invested an additional 6 billion won to purchase the remaining agricultural land and is carrying out full-scale restoration work in order to restore the purchased agricultural land in the river area to wetlands the government will push for a reverse replacement project to remove the embankment and distribute seawater it plans to restore the natural wetland environment and allow various species to inhabit administrative procedures are underway to restore wetland protected areas to waterside parks and reservoirs without artificial facilities It is expected to be used as a space for citizens and tourists to experience nature while preserving the ecological value of wetlands Suncheon City's ecological restoration project has a positive effect on the local economy During the 2023 Suncheon Bay International Garden Fair or about 50% of the 16,000 to 18,000 black cranes which are globally endangered species in winter attracting attention as a tourist attraction for exploration the average total cost per person for domestic travel as of February last year was 224,000 won it is estimated that tourists who visited Suncheon last year spent about 314.5 billion won in the region "We will expand the value of Suncheon Bay's primitive beauty and ecological environment to the city center through the Dongcheon Estuary Wetland Restoration Project which connects Suncheon Bay and the city center as an ecological axis," a Suncheon city official said "We will also contribute to revitalizing the local economy by establishing a foundation for sustainable high-quality ecotourism where nature and humans coexist." Suncheon City has continued its efforts to preserve and restore the ecological environment by investing a total of 27 billion won in state funds to purchase 35ha of land in the Suncheon Bay Wetland and Dongcheon Estuary since the Dongcheon Estuary was designated as a wetland protection area in 2015 Some members of Suncheon City Council in Jeollanam-do recently requested the police to investigate after being exposed to illegal compounds that exploited deepfake technology According to the Suncheon City Council on the 9th City Council member Chung Kwang-hyun received a series of threatening e-mails on the afternoon of the 7th and 8th with nude photos of his face synthesized It was confirmed that Chung's face was manipulated and inserted into an image that seemed to capture the naked video footage of a man and a woman The e-mail sender introduced himself as a "detective" in an awkward sentence that seemed to have turned a translator and demanded 100,000 specific virtual currencies (worth about 150 million won) This is a clear act of intimidation to cause financial damage as well as psychological shock to the victim Suncheon City Council has confirmed that three male lawmakers have received similar e-mails so far and is investigating whether there are additional cases of damage The city council immediately asked the police to investigate and cooperated with related agencies to come up with measures to prevent a recurrence "It was almost similar to the deepfake crimes that occurred against Busan-gu councilors in the past," adding "The elderly who are less aware of deepfake technology may really misunderstand the composite photo it was revealed that members of the five autonomous district councils in Gwangju received similar deepfake threatening e-mails indicating that such crimes are spreading across the country Three members of the Northern District Council received photos of composite nudity lying with a woman along with threatening phrases such as "I have your legal evidence now" and "It will have an impact." Fortunately but the sender was presumed to be an unidentified foreigner Three male lawmakers from the Gwangsan-gu District Council received similar emails one of which submitted a petition to the Gwangju Police Agency and asked to track down the sender "The profile picture registered on the district council's website appears to have been used for deepfake synthesis," he said some members of the Seo-gu and Nam-gu councils were also reported to have received e-mails containing photos of pornography and threatening phrases no cases of damage have been reported in the Dong-gu Council so far the Gwangju Autonomous District Council announced discussions at the level of the chairman's council to prepare countermeasures and most of the affected lawmakers were men in their 30s and 50s Such deepfake crimes are also occurring in local councils across the country and each local council is closely discussing whether to prevent further damage and request a police investigation It is pointed out that the personal information of local councilors is easily accessible on the Internet as one of the reasons such incidents are repeated All of the affected lawmakers used profile photos published on the council's website in deepfake videos and threatening emails were also sent to the email address on the council's website The e-mail content has many typos and an awkward sentence structure and the sender's name is often a foreigner's name so the police believe that the e-mail was sent from abroad as the IP address of the threatening e-mail has been identified as a foreign country Amid the increasing number of crimes in which deepfake technology is abused the fact that information from public officials is easily exposed is a point where institutional supplementation is needed Experts point out that it is necessary not only to strengthen cybersecurity but also to review the method of disclosing personal information on the website of public institutions "There are circumstances that appear to have been systematically sent from overseas and we are tracking related IP addresses and e-mail server routes," and added "We will respond strictly to the threat case in which the Deepfake video was abused but a personal defamation and cybercrime." 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Regarding whether he knew the victim and what he wanted to say will be decided later in the day after the interrogation of Suncheon Branch of the Gwangju District Court A stabbed B (18) several times and ran away in the city center of Jyo-dong B was taken to a university hospital for treatment On-site CC (closed-circuit) TV footage showed A running after B A ran across the parking lot next to the street B was reported to have suffered such an accident while returning home after seeing off her friend Police are investigating the possibility of "don't ask murder" in connection with the "Suncheon High School Girl Murder Case." According to the Suncheon Police Station in Jeollanam-do on the 27th Park (30) stabbed A (18) several times and ran away from the city center at 0:44 on the 26th A was transferred to a university hospital in Gwangju for treatment A CC (closed-circuit) TV video at the scene showed Park chasing after A Park ran across the parking lot next to the street A witness to the crime explained the situation at the time Park walks around the street drunk after the crime he got into a dispute with a passerby about 2km away from the crime site and he was arrested by the police who were dispatched after receiving a report Police found a weapon that appears to have been used in the crime in a parking lot where Park was wandering A is said to have suffered such an accident while returning home from seeing off her friend at the time A are residents of a neighborhood living near the crime site The police plan to find out the details of the crime against Park and apply for an arrest warrant All Headlines North Korea Sports Top News Most Viewed Korean Newspaper Headlines Today in Korean History Yonhap News Summary Editorials from Korean Dailies Prime Minister Han Duck-soo delivers a speech in a ceremony remembering the victims of the Yeosu-Suncheon uprising held at Korean Tea Culture Park in Boseong 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 statement that Park Dae-sung, who killed a woman in her 20s who had no idea and whose identity was disclosed in Suncheon, Jeollanam-do, drank four bottles of soju at the time of the crime was confirmed to be false. According to the Suncheon Police Station on the 6th, the police raided Park Dae-sung's store in Jeongwon-dong, Suncheon-si, Jeollanam-do on the 28th of last month. At the time of the search and seizure, there were four bottles of snacks and soju, of which only two were empty. One of the remaining two bottles was covered with a stopper, but the alcohol remained the same and the other one was not even opened. Park Dae-sung stated on the 26th of last month that he was drunk after drinking four bottles of soju alone at the store that was closed at the time of the crime. A police official said, "I went to the store to confirm this by stating that I drank 4 bottles of soju," and added, "As stated, I wonder if I was intoxicated at the time of the crime." This is the point that raises doubts about Park's claim that it is a mental and physical weakness caused by intoxication. Earlier, Park Dae-sung reportedly drank from around 9 p.m. on the 25th of last month, about 4 hours and 40 minutes before the crime. "I can't remember because I drank four bottles of soju," he said in a warrant review (interrogation of the suspect before arrest), adding, "I don't know the victim." It is also known that he admitted the charges, but insisted that he did not remember the specific time of the crime, and told the police that he had symptoms of mental illness. Park Dae-sung was arrested by police on charges of stabbing and killing A, who was walking on the street in Jeongwon-dong, Suncheon-si, Jeollanam-do, at around 12:44 a.m. on the 26th of last month. Ms. A is known to have been defecated while going out to buy her father's medicine instead. Park Dae-sung was also found to have had an interview with the police about 30 minutes before the crime. According to the police, Park Dae-sung's family reported that Park Dae-sung's extreme choice was suspected at around 12:15 a.m. on the 26th of last month. In response, the police dispatched to a restaurant run by Park Dae-sung and interviewed him, but withdrew from the scene because there was nothing unusual. Afterwards, Park Dae-sung came out with a weapon from a store that ran a delivery restaurant, and chased Ms. A about 800 meters and committed the crime. Park Dae-sung, who fled immediately after the crime, wandered around bars and karaoke rooms for about two hours with a weapon. While kicking a parking vehicle and arguing with the owner, he was arrested by the police who chased him. Park Dae-sung's personal information was disclosed in accordance with the "Act on Disclosure of Personal Information such as Suspects of Specific Serious Crimes." ※ This service is provided by machine translation tool, NAVER papago. It has been confirmed that Park Dae-sung (30), who murdered a teenage woman who had no idea about her in Suncheon, Jeollanam-do, stopped by various places, including bars and karaoke rooms, with a weapon even after the crime. Police are investigating whether Park Dae-sung has sought another target for the crime. According to the Suncheon Police Station on the 3rd, Park Dae-sung stabbed A (18) to death on the street in Jojeong-dong at 0:44 a.m. on the 26th of last month and returned to his nearby store to change his shoes. At the time of the crime, he was barefoot with his slippers peeled off. He was drinking alone at the store before the crime and came out with a weapon while wearing slippers, and he chased Ms. A, who was passing by the store, and committed the crime. Park Dae-sung, who returned to the store after the murder and changed his shoes, was found to have walked on the street with a weapon covered with clothes while drunk and entered a nearby bar. There, he drank another bottle of soju alone, left the bar, went to a nearby karaoke room, and came back out after a while without any special circumstances. Even after the crime, it was confirmed that Park Dae-sung visited bars and karaoke rooms with a weapon for about two hours. Park Dae-sung, who left the karaoke room, dumped a weapon in a nearby parking lot, kicked a parking vehicle for no reason, and was arrested by police who were reported and dispatched after a dispute with the owner of the vehicle who witnessed it. Park Dae-sung is said to state that he is drunk and cannot remember his whereabouts after the crime. Suncheon Bay National Garden in Suncheon, South Jeolla, hosts the annual Suncheonman International Garden Expo. [YONHAP] A bird's eye view of the Suncheon Bay National Garden [JOONGANG ILBO] Akyang Ecological Park in Haman County has a sprawling display of seasonal flower beds. [HAMAN COUNTY] Happy Chowon in Chuncheon, Gangwon promotes its photo zone as the ″Switzerland of Korea.″ [SCREEN CAPTURE] Aquatic Botanical Garden in Okcheon County, North Chungcheong, has buildings and attractions that remind some of ″Hogwarts" — the fictional school in the Harry Potter series (1997-2016). [KOREA TOURISM ORGANIZATION] To write comments, please log in to one of the accounts. Park Dae-sung, who was controversial for killing a female teenager walking on the street with a weapon and laughing for no reason, is again posting his lips in front of the photo line, causing anger among Internet users. At 9:30 a.m. on the 4th, Park Dae-sung, who was held in the hands of detectives at Suncheon Police Station in Jeollanam-do, stood on the photo line of the police station before getting on a convoy to be sent to the prosecution. Covering his face with his bangs instead of a mask or hat, he repeatedly said, "I'm sorry" twice when asked by reporters, such as "Do you have anything you want to say to the victim?" and "Do you have anything to say when you're causing anger from the whole nation?" He did not answer any questions about the allegations, such as "Do you remember the crime?" and "Did you purposely target only women?" Park Dae-sung, who had been bowing for three minutes in the photo line, never raised his face and boarded a police convoy. Park Dae-sung repeatedly said "I'm sorry" at the photo line, but looked as if the corners of his mouth were raised. Netizens who watched it on the news responded through comments and social network service (SNS) posts, saying, "You're smiling again," "You don't look sorry," and "You seem to have seen a devil." Immediately after the crime, Park Dae-sung caused public anger with his smiling face captured on CCTV and his bright expression of mugshot photos released by police along with personal information. Meanwhile, Park Dae-sung is accused of stabbing A (18) who was walking on the street with a weapon several times at 00:44 on the 26th of last month in Jeongwon-dong, Suncheon, Jeollanam-do. While drinking alone at a store that runs a delivery restaurant, he came out with a weapon, and he chased Ms. A, who had no idea, about 800 meters away and committed the crime. Police investigating released photos of Park Dae-sung's personal and mugshot face on the website of the Jeonnam Police Agency on the 30th of last month in consideration of Sudan's cruelty, the people's right to know, and serious damage. While the identity of Park Dae-sung (30), who approached an ignorant teenage girl and killed her with a weapon, was revealed, Park's acquaintance explained, "I have shown a violent tendency when I drink alcohol." According to JTBC on the 30th, an acquaintance of Park, who murdered a high school girl in Suncheon, said about him, "When I drink, my eyes and everything change," and "I become a little aggressive." "When I drink alcohol, I always get into disputes with people," he added. In particular, it was found that Park recently broke up with her girlfriend and the number of times she drank increased as the store she ran was not doing well. Park committed the crime on the 26th of last month after chasing a female student who was passing by the store he ran after drinking alone. In addition, CCTV footage showing Park running barefoot 13 minutes after killing a high school girl was released, causing further public anger when it was revealed that Park was smiling broadly with the corners of her mouth raised. The deceased high school girl reportedly went to buy medicine instead of her sick father and was devastated. Park is said to have committed the crime by bringing a weapon from the store he runs in advance. Meanwhile, the Jeonnam Police Agency held a review committee on personal information disclosure on the afternoon of the 30th and decided to disclose Park's personal information. Park's personal information will be released on the Jeonnam National Police Agency's website for 30 days until Oct. 29. Text description provided by the architects. Suncheon Art Platform: The Hidden Cloister - The Suncheon Art Platform, built as part of the vision to rejuvenate the old city, strives to restore a sense of harmony and a moment of pause in its dense urban context. It accomplishes this by carving out an open-to-the-sky square that evokes the experience of a psychological 'void' and echoes the courtyard typology of medieval Korean architecture. The intervention creates a seamless connection between the historic city and the river, making it a public threshold to approach the old city. It also acknowledges the necessity for green spaces in urban contexts by providing space for dense plantations on site, emphasizing the importance of fostering natural ecosystems in large metropolitan environments. © Youngchae ParkThe architectural quality is inspired by the surprise and joy of discovering a hidden cloister within an urban forest en route to the dense fabric of the old city the architectural meaning has evolved through a reinterpretation of traditional to contemporary reinforcing a sense of continuity with the community's memory all along You'll now receive updates based on what you follow Personalize your stream and start following your favorite authors If you have done all of this and still can't find the email 2013 3:53 PM EDTTwo years before the Korean peninsula erupted in a civil war that saw the North and the South (and the U.S. the Soviet Union and China) engage in a conflict that shaped the post-World War II world brutal rebellion in the young Korean republic paved the way for the cataclysmic Korean War to come when communist rebels — many of whom had been in the American-trained Korean Army — revolted against the (authoritarian) government of President Syngman Rhee As tensions on the peninsula again reach a boiling point and as the rhetoric from both sides — especially from the North’s young Kim Jong Un — grows more belligerent and more bizarre the Yeosu-Suncheon Rebellion might seem like little more than a historical anomaly: a minor But in cultures that measure their histories in terms of millennia a revolt and its repression is not merely remembered seven decades later; instead every gesture emanating from South Korea and North Korea today in an effort to perhaps add some needed context to the current situation on either side of the 38th parallel LIFE.com presents a series of photos by the great Carl Mydans who was on the ground when the rebellion began and bore witness to the carnage that followed Most of these pictures never ran in LIFE magazine (We should also note that the Yeosu-Suncheon Rebellion came on the heels of the South Korean army’s notoriously violent suppression of an uprising on the island of Jeju [See all of TIME.com’s Korea coverage.] “A New Communist Uprising Turns Men Into Butchers,” LIFE painted an unsettling picture of the rebellion complete with the observation that the United States “gave South Korea a government” after the Second World War — suggesting that the Korean peninsula was once again little more than a convenient crossroads upon which more powerful nations have always fought their proxy wars Sooner or later the cold war in Korea was sure to turn hot and so it did in late October on a signal from the Soviets The reasons were well known: Korea had been split between U.S and the Soviets obstructed all later efforts to unite it preferring to establish a Communist “people’s republic” in North Korea and equip it for civil war which would make all Korea Red The urgency increased in August when the U.S gave South Korea a government under President Syngman Rhee it splattered blood across the new southern nation 19 while the Moscow radio trumpeted the news that Soviet troops were leaving Korea Simultaneously a Red cell of 40 soldiers in a regiment of the American-trained Korean national army at the southern port of Yosu [today spelled “Yeosu”] killed the regimental officers murdered the local police and quickly captured both Yosu and the city of Sunchon 25 miles to the north and followers raised the flag of the North Korean People’s Republic and for a few bloody days ruled a small chunk of Rhee’s south at least temporarily repulsed by loyal troops LIFE’s Carl Mydans was on the scene with a camera to record the brutal consequences At Sunchon [today spelled “Suncheon”] which means “Peaceful Heaven,” the rebellion’s Red leaders opened the city jail and let political prisoners lead them through the city from house to house pointing out enemies for revenge With this help the rebels had slaughtered about 500 civilians and 100 police before the Korean national army retook Sunchon (pop and LIFE’ Carl Mydans watched with horror as the process of retribution began aided by a few police who had fled to the hills and come back We watched from the sidelines of a huge playground with the women and children of Sunchon while all of their men and boys were screened for loyalty Four young men stripped to their shorts were on their knees begging One had his hands up in a symbol of prayer Suddenly these suppliant hands were crushed into his mouth and nose as a rifle but smashed his teeth who beat the kneeling group until the beaters “We drove through the city — empty except for bodies — and here we saw the reason for the brutal retaliation Bodies lay just as they had been slain by the rebels — in heaps with hands tied behind their backs Some were burned in charred masses on the streets or lay alone where they had fallen beside looted shops and homes women streamed away from the big playground to poke among the heaps of bloated dead — a scene not easy to watch Then tears came and they were hysterical.” 1912Carl Mydans—Time & Life Pictures/Getty ImagesIn type-written notes sent to LIFE’s editors on October 24 Mydans was even more plainspoken about the terrors he and three other correspondents (see the photo above) witnessed during the rebellion and its suppression “Covering this war is difficult and frightening,” he wrote “Both factions in the fight wear the same uniform ride in the same American vehicles and are armed with the same weapons Tonight as I write this in the hillside home of [Presbyterian missionary] Dr Crane the reports of rifles and automatic weapons still sound nearby and to we four correspondents it carries the full feeling of war.” “We entered Sunchon 1 PM on the 24th,” he continued “The city stank of death and was ill with the marks of horror.” Almost plaintively — but with never a hint of self-pity or complaint — Mydans also noted that “it is now midnight and we haven’t been to bed for two days We [he and the three other newsmen] are all the outside observers there are of this point in Korean history.” — Ben Cosgrove is the Editor of LIFE.com who murdered a teenage girl who had no idea on a street in Suncheon the Gwangju District Court's Suncheon Branch Criminal Division 1 (presiding judge Kim Yong-kyu) held a second trial date for Park Dae-sung who was arrested and charged with murder and preliminary murder Park's lawyer admitted murder at the trial following the first trial but denied the charge of "preparing for murder." "It is difficult to determine whether there was a purpose of committing paragraph 2 (preliminary murder) because I can't remember it while drinking," and argued that carrying a weapon alone does not mean there is a purpose of murder When the court asked Park if he was in the same position "There is an opinion from the lawyer that it is difficult to say that he had the purpose of killing in a so-called 'blackout' state," Park replied Experts judged that there was a sufficient risk of the second murder of Park at the time Appearing on YTN Radio's Wise Radio Life on October 9 "It is called 'awakening after murder' when the desire for murder is raised and a smile or excitement is maintained without knowing with the satisfaction," adding In response to Park's statement that he "doesn't remember because he drank alcohol," Profiler Bae said "It seems that (Park) has warmed up his body to commit a crime "It is possible that he/she practiced consecutive murders given that he/she has several criminal records of violence." "Park seems to have made a weak being a victim," he said who was walking on a road in Jeongwon-dong The next trial against Park will take place at the same court at 5 p.m who killed a high school girl on a street in Suncheon made a smiling face immediately after the crime "It revealed his satisfaction with the murder." Profiler Bae Sang-hoon appeared on YTN Radio's "Wise Radio Life" and explained when the desire for murder is raised and a smile or excitement is maintained without realizing it with satisfaction." the corners of your mouth go up or run around Similar symptoms appear in the case of Joseon in Sillim Station and similar symptoms appear in the case of the culprit in Seohyeon Station It is characterized by just killing and just walking around excitedly Park Dae-sung was caught on CCTV running barefoot 13 minutes after killing Miss A and he was angry because he looked like he was smiling with the corners of his mouth up "I think he's made a victim of being that looks weak and thinks he can overpower it It is not a mental and physical weakness caused by drinking but rather a form of warming one's body to commit a crime Given that he has several previous violent convictions it is possible that he practiced back-to-back murders," he said reportedly predicted Park Dae-sung's crime just before the incident the victim reportedly called his friend and informed him that it was an emergency In an interview with SBS's "Curious Story Y," which aired on the 4th 'There is a man behind me and I'm scared,' and 'I think I'll get a knife.' I heard a lot of running (over the signifier)," Ms A) suddenly screamed." Please report it while screaming." Park Dae-sung is accused of stabbing A with a weapon and running away from a street in Jeongwon-dong There was also testimony that Park Dae-sung predicted the murder a few days before the crime who said his acquaintance drank with Park Dae-sung a few days before the crime According to a colleague who served in the military with Park six years ago the longest period of guardhouse) due to harsh acts and sexual assault against the same sex Park Dae-sung said that even he was mistaken as if it was his medal Park Dae-sung told the police that he drank four soju and committed the crime but he said he couldn't remember the crime because he was drunk But those who witnessed him say Park did not appear intoxicated A citizen who overpowered and reported Park Dae-sung just before arresting him said in an interview with JTBC "What's absurd is that Park Dae-sung said he was drunk but he kicked me three to five times head on," adding "He can't kick like that when he's drunk." As far as I can see," he said Park Dae-sung was angered by Internet users as he stood in the police photo line before getting on a convoy to be sent to the prosecution Park Dae-sung was filmed smiling right after the crime The mugshot released by the police along with personal information also contained a bright face presenting a powerful alternate response to the competition's brief The new cultural center is situated at the periphery of the Old City, among the traces of the old Suncheon Wall. Drawing upon the concept of the wall, the building rises up in one continuous sweeping motion, enclosing a garden and event space at its center. The circular volume rises at certain points to allow permeability between the center and its surroundings, presenting four "gates" for users to pass through. Courtesy of Matteo CainerDialogue between the building and the natural environment is encouraged through floor to ceiling glazing on both the external and internal facades. The green space enclosed within becomes an oasis, linking the space to the mountains and wetlands. The landscape is raised to provide a buffer to the urban condition which borders it, with the infill creating an internally facing amphitheater. The design took sustainability into high consideration and delivers a passive internal environment. The partially exposed concrete envelope provides thermal mass, while the overall energy consumption is lowered by natural/displacement ventilation and efficient lighting systems. The building's heat gain is regulated by digitally controlled external sunshades. The roof design is inspired by the traditional Korean Hanok, which facilitates rainwater collection and the reuse of grey water.  Courtesy of Matteo CainerClick here to view the competition's winning proposal from Studio MADe News Via Matteo Cainer Architects Subscribe Gain knowledge with articles and videos collated from Label Academy books 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Suncheon City Hall has launched a "Visit Suncheon Year" campaign this year in Suncheon a southwestern city known as South Korea's center of ecology the first of its kind and the largest artificial garden in Korea drew about 3 million visitors by July 3 this year is known for the Suncheon Bay Wetland Reserve and other rich ecological reserves and traditional cultural assets A variety of food produced from the clean area is expected to add to the pleasure of visiting Suncheon forecasting further growth in tourist arrivals in the second half The growing number of tourists is expected to further elevate Suncheon's status as a global ecological hub and South Korea's ecological capital Suncheon gained international fame in 2006 when Suncheon Bay salt swamps and habitat for migratory birds became the first Korean coastal wetland to be included in the Ramsar list of protected wetlands including Suncheon Bay and Suncheon Bay Ecological Park was designated as a biosphere reserve by UNESCO Suncheon Bay was an abandoned wetland where the Dongcheon estuary featuring vast reed fields and a variety of wetland organisms and animals was located The bay drew public attention in 1993 when a private developer's project to extract marine aggregates became known The project was halted due to objections from citizens and environmental activists wanting to preserve the bay's reed fields the Ministry of Maritime Affairs and Fisheries designated Suncheon Bay as a wetland preserve in 2003 one of the most endangered species in Korea and state-designated natural monument No and as many as 2,176 hooded cranes visited the area last year alone With Suncheon Bay growing popular as an ecotourism destination tourists have flocked there in increasing numbers The city hosted the Suncheon Bay Garden Expo and created Suncheon Bay National Garden in order to better preserve the Suncheon Bay Wetland Reserve Government heads of 18 areas in seven countries where Ramsar sites are located plan to hold a global conference in Suncheon from Oct Seonam Temple on Mount Jogye in Suncheon was listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site in June last year which is designated as National Treasure No 400 and is said to be Korea's most beautiful arched stone bridge is a well-preserved town castle of the Joseon Dynasty featuring straw roof houses and daily dwellings indigenous to the southern area with kitchen areas Photo - https://photos.prnasia.com/prnh/20190711/2522023-1-a Photo - https://photos.prnasia.com/prnh/20190711/2522023-1-b Photo - https://photos.prnasia.com/prnh/20190711/2522023-1-c National Mexican Garden opens at Suncheon Bay National Garden in collaboration with Mexican company Grupo Promax opened the Mexican Garden inside the Suncheon Bay National Garden in South Jeolla Province The garden covering an area of 900 square meters symbolizes the convergence of ancient and modern Mexican civilizations in vibrant colors palm trees and other national plants decorate the site atop a grass-covered stone structure the embodiment of the Mayan Kukulkan pyramid Colorful walls represent Mexican architect Luis Barragan’s aesthetic style The initiative received support from the Suncheon City Government the Latin American Center and Museum in Goyang and Sunchon National University’s School of Architecture -- the designer and project manager of the garden -- as well as Posco and Sejung Group Mexican Ambassador to Korea Bruno Figueroa expressed his gratitude to all institutions and stakeholders involved in the venue’s creation The idea came during his earlier visit to the Suncheon National Garden where he envisioned creating a space dedicated to Mexico’s cultural heritage and flora Suncheon Mayor Cho Chung-hun shared his satisfaction on behalf of the municipal government saying the space would promote Mexican traditions culture and art among the local community and become a bridge between Mexicans and Koreans entrepreneurs and Mexicans in Korea participated in the inaugural ceremony The Suncheon National Garden features thematic sections dedicated to the national gardens of Mexico 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 Respect wanes: Teaching no longer highly coveted job in S As unused homes increase in rural South Korea Supreme Court’s verdict sours Lee Jae-myung’s presidential bid Korean mothers are opting for C-sections at record rates South Koreans get creative with Parents’ Day gifts September is the perfect month to get outdoors If you want to enjoy the golden-hued mountains and fields then plan a visit to Suncheon in Jeollanam-do Home to Korea’s first National Garden and a migratory habitat for birds You can easily travel to Suncheon via train from Gwangmyeong Station If you want to head directly to Suncheon from Incheon International Airport take an airport bus to Gwangmyeong Station or Yongsan Station or take the Airport Railroad Express (AREX) to Seoul Station The KTX train takes around three hours one-way from Seoul Station to Suncheon Station Suncheonman National Garden opened in 2013 to host the first Suncheonman International Garden Expo and has remained a top attraction ever since This year marks the return of the Garden Expo for the first time in ten years and an estimate of over 8 million visitors total Join in the natural fun and visit Suncheonman International Garden Expo along with Suncheon’s top five attractions Suncheonman Bay National Garden is the main venue of the Suncheonman International Garden Expo 2023 The many gardens are themed on different countries from around the world like the English Garden designed like the Victorian era-style royal garden of King Charles III or the French Garden using the Baroque period gardens of the Palace of Versailles as a model the Korean Garden shows a faithful recreation of peaceful and calm gardens typically found throughout Korea in the past as well as participatory gardens created by different countries and while there is no set course you must follow you can easily see all the main attractions by taking the following course: starting from the East Gate pass through the Earth Alumni Square to the National Botanical Garden (Left) Ocheon Green Square & Green Island With the standard park atmosphere suited to taking pets for walks or enjoying a picnic on the grass Suncheonman Bay National Garden also operates Shilange All these new additions are part of Suncheonman International Garden Expo 2023’s vision for the future of Suncheon Tour points you can’t miss out on include the National Botanical Garden designed to represent the three peaks and two waterways of Suncheon the garden becomes lit in a splendid scene to rival that of urban nightscapes Hop aboard the all-electric Garden Dream boat and take in the beautiful garden and city view from the water traveling between Suncheonman Bay National Garden & Suncheonman Bay Wetland Reserve If you want to travel from Suncheonman National Garden to Suncheonman Bay Wetland Reserve It takes just 15 minutes from Garden Station to Suncheonman Bay Station the Sky Cube offers amazing views of the National Garden along the way Sky Cube passengers can also transfer to the Reed Trolley at Suncheonman Bay Station to reach Mujingyo Bridge in comfort Suncheonman International Garden Expo 2023 (Left) Credit: Korea Tourism Organization Damin 7th gen (Right) Korea Tourism Organization – IR Studio Suncheonman Bay Wetland Reserve is comprised of a large mudflat and reed field The reed field in particular is the largest reed field in Korea and creates a beautiful sea of golden fronds waving in the wind every fall Due to the beautiful scenery and ecological value the wetland was inscribed as a UNESCO World Natural Heritage in 2021 The area is famous for seafood like cockles and mudskippers and is a habitat for many endangered birds such as hooded cranes At the Suncheonman Bay Natural Ecology Hall you can learn about the history of the bay and the many lifeforms that call it home You can also hop aboard the Ecological Experience Boat from here to explore the S-shaped waterway up to the literature hall at Suncheonman Station Operating hours: 09:00-19:00 (Natural Ecology Hall 09:00-18:00) Admission: Free (Ecological Experience Boat: Adults 3,000-7,000 won; varies by course) Inquiries: +82-61-749-6052 / Natural Ecology Hall +82-61-749-4007 Credit: Korea Tourism Organization – Live Studio Naganeupseong Walled Town is a well-maintained remnant of life from the Joseon era the village is home to 230 people who do their best to show the living quarters and customs from Korea’s past The view of the thatch-roofed houses clustered together within the town walls is very exotic and has led to the village being used as a filming site for many historical dramas including “Jewel in the Palace (2003),” “Love in the Moonlight (2016),” and “Mr Naganeupseong Walled Town offers 20 various experience programs all year round The most popular programs are the natural dyeing experience perfect for making a one-of-a-kind souvenir and the traditional punishments at the prison including wooden handcuffs and being hit with a paddle The wish paper writing experience is free and open to all visitors The wishes are collected throughout the year and burned together at the Jeongwol Daeboreum event in the hope of making the wishes come true Visitors can enjoy a range of different folk festivals throughout the year starting with the Jeongwol Daeboreum event on the fifteenth day of the first month on the lunar calendar a torch is carried around the walls of the town and used to light straw bundles on fire and offers many traditional programs including tug-of-war A traditional food festival also takes place at the same time (Left) Scenery of Songgwangsa Temple (Credit: Korea Tourism Organization – Shim Cheol) (Right) View of Samcheonggyo Bridge from entrance of Songgwangsa Temple Songgwangsa Temple has a history of over 1,300 years and has close ties with the start of Buddhism in Korea many foreign monks would even come to Songgwangsa Temple to study Buddhism The temple’s most beautiful spot is said to be Samcheonggyo Bridge with many people coming here solely to take a picture of the bridge Songgwangsa Temple also opens its doors to over-night guests through their templestay program Participants can experience activities such as temple dining and prayer while relaxing in nature Guests can stay for up to 10 days at a time While the program isn’t catered to foreigners the language barrier isn’t big enough to prevent you from enjoying a full day at the temple Operating hours: Summer 06:00-19:00 / Winter 07:00-18:00 Admission: Free / Templestay program: Adults 80,000 won per night Waonhaebyeon Beach has recently become popular among the younger generations in Korea as a great photo spot You can easily get great photos thanks to the observation deck in place and the fact that this is a lesser-known location Enjoy the surrounding area by going for a drive or a walk beside the vast mudflat There are lots of cute photo zones set up around the area to make lasting memories As the largest tourist city in Jeollanam-do Suncheon offers a range of city tour bus courses All five courses start and end at Suncheon Station Taking one of the city tour buses is a great way to see the many attractions in Suncheon which are spread out and are difficult to access by taking the regular city bus The city tour course is operated in a circular shuttle bus style with passengers able to freely get off and back on the bus at the many stops along the way and night tours are operated like a tour package with a guide on-board to provide information about the stops along the way Reservations can be made in advance online or over the phone although they aren’t required to board; you can usually get on the bus by simply waiting at Suncheon Station before the departure time priority is given to those with reservations so it’s possible you won’t be able to board the bus if there are many people you can also call the Suncheon Station Tourist Information Center or the 1330 Korea Travel Helpline for assistance Fare: Adults 5,000 won / Teenagers 3,000 won / Children 2,000 won / Preschoolers free City Course Course: Suncheon Station – Ocheon Green Square & Suncheonman Bay National Garden (West Gate) – Suncheonman Bay Wetland Reserve – Suncheonman Bay National Garden (East Gate) – Drama Filming Site – 10.19 Peace Park – Utjang & Maesandeung Modern History Cultural Heritage – Culture Street & Suncheonbueopseong Walled Town – Bus Terminal – Suncheon Station Departure schedule: Tuesday-Sunday 10:20 / 13:30 / 16:00 Ecology Course Course: Suncheon Station – Songgwangsa Temple – Lunch – Suncheonman Bay Wetland Reserve – Suncheonman Bay National Garden – Suncheon Station Departure schedule: Tuesdays & Saturdays 10:30 (Tour ends 18:00) History Course Course:Suncheon Station – Yeosu-Suncheon Incident History Hall & Peace Park – Picture Book Library – Utjang Gukbap Street (lunch) – Maesandeung Modern History Cultural Heritage – Honam Patriots Memorial Hall & Yeosu-Suncheon Incident Monument – Imjin War History Experience Site & Suncheon Japanese Fortress – Suncheon Station Departure schedule: Wednesdays 10:30 (Tour ends 18:00) UNESCO World Heritage Course Course: Suncheon Station – Naganeupseong Walled Town – Lunch – Seonamsa Temple (Wild Tea Experience Hall) – Drama filming site – Suncheon Station Departure schedule: Thursdays & Sundays 10:30 (Tour ends 18:00) Night Course Course: Suncheon Station – Ocheon Green Square & Suspension Bridge – Suncheonman Bay National Garden (Garden Dream boat ride option) – Suncheon Station Departure schedule: Fridays 17:00 (Tour ends 22:00) More info 1330 Korea Travel Helpline: +82-2-1330 (Korean * This column was last updated in August 2023 and therefore information may differ from what is presented here We advise you to check for updates before visiting ‘suncheon art platform’ entrance plazaimages © gilles retsin architecture retsin’s plan incorporates four main areas: a central courtyard they form an expansive public place with intent to regenerate suncheon’s old-town a long path winds through the various programs acting as connector and framing views towards artistic interventions the ‘suncheon art platform’ concept was created by gilles retsin architecture.  winding path through sculpture garden 278 elements combine to form a series of exhibition areas on the plot name: suncheon art platformfirm: gilles retsin architecturedesign team: gilles retsin price & myers consulting engineersvisuals: courtesy of gilles retsin architecture designboom has received this project from our DIY submissions feature where we welcome our readers to submit their own work for publication see more project submissions from our readers here AXOR presents three bathroom concepts that are not merely places of function but destinations in themselves — sanctuaries of style -Announcement Method Architecture Design Competition (open to public)-Site Location Jeollanam-do Jangmyeong-ro 30-Site Size 31,783㎡(New Cityhall 26,758㎡ Culture station 5,025 ㎡)-Total Floor Area New Cityhall 47,000㎡ Culture station 11,995 ㎡-Local District(Land Use) General Commercial Area Fire Prevention Zone-Design Fee (Estimated) 7,553.4 million KRW (Including VAT all certifications and liability insurance)-Construction Fee (Estimated) 138.176 billion KRW(Including VAT): (New Cityhall 114.676 billion KRW 1) City hall for Publicness: An open government building that communicates with citizens and anyone who comes to the city hall and shares the culture and life of Suncheon City.2) City hall for Eco-environments: A Cityhall that reflects Suncheon City’s status as an ecological capital city and harmonizes nature and building to serve as a standard for the spread of ecological culture.3) City hall for Smart-Technology Office: A Cityhall that shows workspace layout with efficiency and innovations represents smart building technologies responding to technological changes in the 4th revolution.4) City hall for Sustainability: A sustainable city hall that reflects the history and identity of the city and will keep value over time This competition reflects the status of Suncheon City-the ecological capital and deviates from the existing unified public government building and intends to select a creative design suggestion for the construction of an innovative Suncheon city hall office The goal is to lead the sustainable development of Suncheon for the next hundred years and to establish a new city hall with innovative office space a person who has opened and reported an architect's office pursuant to Article 23-1 of the Building Act of the Republic of Korea as of the date of public announcement shall be an individual that has no grounds for disqualification in the relevant statutes.2) When an individual or office with a foreign architect intends to participate someone must participate jointly with a person qualified under paragraph (1) and the representative shall be the qualified person under paragraph 1.3) The number of participants in the joint participation (consortium) shall be allowed to register for not more than three joint applications (office) by combining individuals and firms and one person under paragraph 1) above shall be designated as a representative (One person is also needed to designate for co-representatives in the same architect's office.)4) The representative must become the representative of the joint participants and play the role of coordinating the entire design works responsibilities and obligations accompanying the public offering belong to the representative -Preliminary Announcement on August 20(Thu) 2020-Official Announcement & Registration From September 1(Tues) 2020 (by 17:00(UTC+09) on official Competition Website-Site Visit At 14:00 September 11(Fri) Cityhall of Suncheon City (Provisionally)-Question From September 14(Mon) 17:00(UTU+09) through official E-mail-Answer September 25(Fri) 2020 on Competition Website-Submission by 17:00(UTC +09) December 4(Fri) 2020 - Announcement of the Winners December 16(Wed) 1st Prize (1work) Priority negotiation rights for working design and construction documents 2nd Prize (1work) 60 million KRW 3rd Prize (1work) 45 million KRW 4th Prize (1work) 30 million KRW 5th Prize (1work) 15 million KRW This competition was submitted by an ArchDaily user. If you'd like to submit a competition, call for submissions or other architectural 'opportunity' please use our "Submit a Competition" form The views expressed in announcements submitted by ArchDaily users do not necessarily reflect the views of ArchDaily Life&Culture Into wetlands of Suncheon Bay South Jeolla Province -- Stepping off the KTX I was welcomed by light drizzle and clouded skies in Suncheon a city on the southwestern coast of the peninsula It was perhaps a befiting first impression of a city that holds the record for the most rainfall in one hour -- a whopping 145 millimeters the wet was what created the beautiful natural environment that makes the South Jeolla Province city such a worthwhile place to visit: from the botanical life and the marshes to the mountains hosting scenic views and Buddhist temples One of the few regional steretypes that has proven to be true is that the people of Jeolla Province know how to cook Just make sure you know what hongeo is before ordering it the fermented skate is a dish that will burn through your nose and mouth with its pungent odor Daewon Sikdang is another of famous restaurant in the region this one specializing in Korean traditional food that really strained the table supports with its massive variety of dishes The first stop on the schedule was the Suncheonman Bay National Garden established in 2013 as the first national garden for the Suncheon Bay International Garden Expo 2013 It reopened the following year as a permanent establishment and is now the biggest tourist spot in the city pulling in 6.1 million of its 9 million tourists in 2017 Spanning across more than 1.1 square kilometers the garden has over 5 million plants and 880,000 trees the place sheds its skin by redecorating itself with new array of flowers azaleas and roses are two heroines of the garden in May The garden is divided into different sections each of which has its own theme One was themed after the world’s different garden styles I stepped across the arch columns that took me inside the Italian Garden The Dutch Garden is filled with tulips and other flowers that surround a model windmill Located in the Wetland center is the Dream Bridge It is suspended across the river and holding drawings of 140,000 children from across the world The place also has a zoo that is home to flamingos a family of which recently celebrated the birth of two cubs Mudflats and fields of reeds stretch as far as the eye could see on the wetlands of the bay It is spread across 22.6 square kilometers and is home to indigenous wildlife on land The thousands of hooded cranes that usually occupy the area had already moved out A small boat that carries 30 passengers is operated at the bay which takes 35 minutes to sail across the wetlands and requires a photo ID to board A better view of the marshlands is available from the Yongsan Observatory which also offers a fascinating view of the dusk because it makes a huge difference to how the wetlands look Those looking to taste the traditional culture can walks the slopes of Jogyesan on a quest for Songgwangsa a temple built with hopes of spreading Buddhism throughout the world which should take you about 15 minutes to the temple Designated as a national treasure of Korea in 1962 the temple was completely destroyed in a fire in 1842 It has since undergone several reconstructions the founder of the Jogye order and one of the most famous zen masters in Korea One of the unusual things about the temple is that it has no pagoda like other large Buddhist temples in the country “The foundation of the temple is in the form of a lotus floating on water,” the city’s culture guide Park Da-in explained This is according to Pungsu Jiri (Feng Shui) and the builders deliberately avoided building pagodas to avoid the “lotus from sinking,” also a geomancy belief a sign post led me to a hike toward Bulilam hermitage on the aptly-named “road of no possession.” What was waiting at the end of the surprisingly taxing 40-minute hike was a place of tranquility and the final resting place of respected Buddhist monk Bojsong authorities declared 2019 a year to visit suncheon offering discounts from 1,000 won to 5,000 won ($4.3) on entrance fees at major tourist spots 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 Home » South Korea donates 2nd Pohang-class corvette to Peruvian Navy This is the ROK Navy’s second delivery of a Pohang-class corvette The corvette Suncheon has been renamed B.A.P Guise after the Peruvian Navy’s founder and first Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) the B.A.P Guise left Jinhae naval base on November 26th of last year Following a series of overhauls and maintenance B.A.P Guise is scheduled to be used as the main asset that would participate in the U.S.-led international naval exercise RIMPAC (Rim of Pacific) and be in charge of the Peruvian Navy’s operations at open seas Juan Carasco expressed sincere gratitude to the Korean government and the ROK Navy by asking that the two countries do their best to enhance the bilateral friendship Young-Joon Cho mentioned that Peru and Colombia are the only countries in South America that South Korea donated two naval ships putting an emphasis on the fact that this donation symbolizes the bilateral friendship “Peru is a friendly state in South America where has market potential for exports from our defense industry as the country is considering a military modernization project in its Army 1000-ton Pohang-class patrol corvette ship (PCC) Suncheon performed patrolling duties near the Northern Limit Line (NLL) in the West Sea as a part of the ROK Navy’s 2nd Fleet as of 1989 and was distinguished during the Battle of Daecheong in 2009 after serving for 7 years in the 3rd Fleet since 2012 The Pohang is a class of Patrol Combat Corvette (PCC) of the Republic of Korea Navy (ROKN) A total of 24 ships were built by several South Korean shipyards: Korea Shipbuilding Corporation The primary mission of the corvette is coastal line patrolling Pohang class is deployed as the main force to monitor defense on the South Korean coast These ships were equipped to perform anti-submarine and anti-aircraft warfare operations in the littoral environment was sunk on 26 March 2010 by a torpedo launched by a North Korean Yeono-class submarine Naval News brings you news coverage of the latest naval defense shows & events We are also reporting on naval technology from all over the world A soldier searches civilains in South Jeolla in a bit to uncover people who took part in the Yeosu-Suncheon Rebellion in 1948 The Truth and Reconciliation Commission said yesterday that it has confirmed at least 439 civilians were killed in a massacre known in Korea as the Yeo-Sun incident which took place about six decades ago in Yeosu and Suncheon The Yeo-Sun incident erupted in October 1948 when approximately 2,000 left-wing soldiers rebelled against the government in protest against its heavy-handed clampdown on an uprising on the southern island of Jeju months earlier frequently referred to as “partisans,” staged guerrilla-style fights against the military and took cover on Mount Baekun and Mount Jiri When the government intervened to quash the uprising a large number of civilians lost their lives “Suncheon is the area with the highest number of civilian casualties According to testimony by eye witnesses and the families of the victims the number of people killed has been confirmed at 439,” the commission said “If you include those people whose whereabouts have not been confirmed The commission said that most civilians were killed by the military which believed that they must have provided food shelter and other assistance to the rebel troops or they may have lost their lives because they happened to be living in areas of combat The commission also confirmed in the process of its investigation that the military recklessly arrested civilians and used violence or torture on them “There were no legal grounds for such an action The field commander must have illegally arrested and killed civilians based on his own interpretation of the law This is an illegal act going beyond the purview of martial law.” The commission said that then President Syngman Rhee and the Defense Ministry are ultimately responsible for the civilian casualties even though the direct order must have come from the field commander It called on the government to offer an official apology for the massacre and provide financial support for activities to commemorate those who lost their lives in the massacre The commission also demanded that the government include the massacre in official materials and strengthen education about the historical facts of the massacre for students and members of the military a history researcher at the National Institute of Korean History “The Yeo-Sun incident provided the Rhee administration with an excuse for enacting the National Security Law and establishing a strongly anti-communist nation in his early days as president.” Please direct questions or comments to [englishhani@hani.co.kr] POSCO has partnered with Suncheon Eco Trans to create the nation’s first unmanned train SkyCube was officially opened on April 19 and is Korea’s first Personal Rapid Transit (PRT) SkyCube will provide an accessible means of transportation to experience the great natural surroundings found in Suncheon Suncheon Eco Trans’ SkyCube was made possible through investments between POSCO and Suncheon City’s Private Enterprise Investment Agreement SkyCube runs for 4.64 km from Suncheon’s Dream Bridge to Suncheon’s Literature Center The path that it runs is surrounded by the beautiful scenery of Suncheon Pictured here: PRT car passing through the track SkyCube has a total of 40 cubicles and is a unique system in that it allows the surrounding environment to be preserved The implications of these benefits may prove to be beneficial for transportation systems built in the future  Pictured here: PRT routes in Suncheon that preserve the natural environment Suncheon is a unique wetland ecosystem that needs to be preserved as much as possible SkyCube passengers can enjoy superb views of Suncheon The area in which SkyCube runs is a vast natural wetlands area with 120 native marsh plants and over 240 species of migratory birds It is currently registered within the Ramsar Convention which is an international treaty for the conservation and sustainable utilization of wetlands the Korean Tourism Organization selected Suncheon as one of the top 5 wetlands in the world Pictured here: Suncheon Bay Garden (Photo from http://bit.ly/PJSJTB) became a landmark after successfully completing the very first Korean garden festival Suncheon Bay Garden consists of Cypress Forest and Autumn Tint Path and more divided into sections in accordance to the tree species and features various themed attractions such as Meditation Path and Meditation Place While there are many places to visit throughout the Korean peninsula many people recommend the ‘ecological tourist travel course’ in Suncheon Pictured here: Suncheon Eco Trans opening ceremony POSCO and Suncheon signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on the basis of jointly developing technology for the nation’s unique state-of-the-art transportation system A test track was set up in Sweden and the system performance was verified to meet the safety requirements of northern Europe The culmination of these efforts was precisely “SkyCube”  Pictured here: Beautiful natural scenery as scene from the PRT The technology behind SkyCube is more economical compared to former technologies as the train can be controlled 24 hours without human involvement PRT are more cost-efficient in terms of construction as well as operating costs SkyCube advantage is it is an eco-friendly solution since the PRT system runs on electric energy 100% and therefore does not generate exhaust emissions polyurethane coated wheels were used in lieu of steel wheels in order to reduce noise and preserve the natural environment this state-of-the-art transportation technology seamlessly fits in with the natural ecosystem Pictured here: Internal arrangement of the PRT which is being seen as the future for eco-friendly transportation Pictured here: PRT cars waiting at a station PRT is an ecofriendly alternative to the regular public transport system The system covers all necessary elements for the best green transportation solution including punctuality Installation and operation is possible even in urban areas and short interval stops Unlike existing public transportation that runs on predetermined timetables At times when there are not many passengers empty cars will wait before passing through stops and during rush hours nearby cars will be called to meet service needs Passengers do not need to wait over one minute for the PRT passengers can get on the PRT and travel to their final destination without making stops in between Passengers can have their privacy and travel within efficient timeframes System installation costs about 1/10th of the cost it takes to build subway systems They are also 1/3rd the cost of light rail train systems and capacity is about the same cost efficiency is high and costs can be further reduced if cars are not operated when there are no passengers PRT is an advantageous solution for development of new cities or new routes or advancements to existing routes Capable of being constructed with 90cm of concrete the PRT tracks have the flexibility to be installed on main roads as well as sharp curves Pictured here: SkyCube passing through a station a small track rail system for 20 people was developed at Morgantown West Virginia University PRT (Personal Rapid Transition) and GRT (Group Rapid Transition) were used as routes to connect the college campus with the city This was followed by further developments in Japan The Cabintaxi developed in 1970 was in commercialization stage in 1980 however due to German government budget issues the full development was postponed indefinitely the PRT was a step closer to becoming fully commercial Systems under current operation were ULTra in England and 2getthere in Netherlands SkyCube is a superior operating system that supplies electricity to the track by using a third rail it has already received safety system certification and is recognized in the world market for excellence and responsiveness POSCO’s special correspondent ① France Don-Gun Kim POSCO’s Labor and Management Donate Old Uniforms to Low-Income Mongolian Farmers Mission POSCO: Deliver COVID-19 Quarantine Supplies