SEOUL, South Korea, Nov. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- "Heritage meets digital technology, Shinsegae paves its way to become an iconic landmark of Seoul, alluring customers from all around the world."
Twinkling lights and glamorous moving images on the screen, Shinsegae Department Store, Korea's first department store since 1963, presents a new landmark of Seoul in Myeong-dong which is located in the center of the capital and brings in the highest population of tourists.
Shinsegae Department Store has been an absolute favourite amongst millions of global customers along with Harrods(UK) and Isetan(Japan), taking the chart of No.1 leading position in the Korean department store industry by far.
Last year, Shinsegae Department Store in Myeong-dong has been visited by over 6 million customers from different countries, making the spot a 'must-visit-place' for Christmas season.
For the past 10 years, Shinsegae has delivered hopes and excitements to its onlookers visiting the place, wishing the best Christmas and New Year's Eve for everyone.
With a size of three basketball courts(1292.3㎡), Shinsegae's mega-sized digital signage is now recreated as 'Shinsegae Square' and presents an overwhelming beauty with the visuals from the screen.
This year, Shinsegae is showcasing a short film called 'Pursuit of Christmas Moments' to give the experience of joy and magical moments to the audience, elevating thrills for Christmas and New Year's Eve.
The film depicts a story of Shinsegae Department Store being transformed into a magical Christmas castle along with fancy dinner parties inside and amusement parks embellished with glittering lights in the night sky, which will leave unforgettable memories for the visitors.
On the 31st of December, Shinsegae Square district will be presented as the spot to celebrate New Year's Eve as it will exhibit diverse K-culture contents and media artworks.
Harmoniously permeated with historical buildings nearby, the audience will be fascinated by magnificent and breath-taking sceneries with feasts of colorful lights that Shinsegae Square sheds.
"Shinsegae Department Store now presents 'Shinsegae Square' where visual beauty and cutting-edge technologies are met to make the most cherishable memories to those visiting Seoul," Shinsegae said.
"Rebranded as the iconic cultural hub with its K-culture contents and media artworks, Shinsegae Square will proceed to become the ultimate 'lifestyle destination', nowhere to be compared in Seoul."
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Shinsegae spreads Christmas magic to the world with a new global landmark 'Shinsegae Square'
Shinsegae spreads Christmas magic to the world with a new global landmark 'Shinsegae Square'
Shinsegae spreads Christmas magic to the world with a new global landmark 'Shinsegae Square'
Shinsegae spreads Christmas magic to the world with a new global landmark 'Shinsegae Square'
SINGAPORE, Nov. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- XCL Education Group today announced the merger of XCL American Academy into XCL World Academy in August 2025, creating a single, unified campus dedicated to providing an exceptional learning environment that fosters diversity, academic excellence, and personal growth for all students.
This will bring together the strengths of both schools, their innovative learning spaces, and experienced educators. Students will benefit from an enriched learning environment that seamlessly integrates the best of both worlds: the renowned IB program, along with the strong academic foundation provided by the American AERO standards.
"Following careful consideration and extensive consultation, we have made the strategic decision to merge XCL American Academy into XCL World Academy, to create an even stronger and cohesive learning environment for our students," said Gilles Mahe, CEO of XCL Education Group. "This merger will allow us to better leverage our facilities and resources, for all our students."
XCL also announced the launch of the new Innovation Hub earlier this year. The state-of-the-art multi-level building is purpose-designed to enhance the learning environment with the latest technology and specialized labs for students. The Innovation Hub is designed to be environmentally friendly and with sustainability at the forefront of design. The building includes clean air filtration in all learning spaces and home to a digital multimedia lab, specialist labs, and a multi-use esports arena.
"The $80 million investment in the Innovation Hub and other facilities at our campus in Singapore is a testament to our commitment to providing our students with the best possible learning environment," said Mahe. "These facilities will provide our students with the opportunity to learn and grow in a world-class setting."
"We are confident that this merger will deliver the best possible outcomes for every XCL student in Singapore," said Mahe. "We look forward to welcoming all of our students to the unified campus in August 2025."
About XCL Education Group
XCL Education is one of the largest, fastest growing K-12 education platforms in Southeast Asia. Headquartered in Singapore, it serves over 20,000 students across 17 K-12 campuses and 45 Preschools in Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam. XCL Education aspires to be a trusted and respected future-focused family of schools, fostering curiosity, excellence, and creating life-shaping impact on our students, staff, and communities we serve. To learn more, visit XCL Education.
About XCL World Academy
XCL World Academy is a premium international school in Singapore, offering a rigorous academic program for students aged 2 to 18 years. The school is authorized to offer the International Baccalaureate (IB) Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP), and Diploma Programme (DP). XCL World Academy is committed to providing a holistic education that develops students' intellectual, social, emotional, and physical well-being.
About XCL American Academy
XCL American Academy is an international school in Singapore, offering high-quality, rigorous, and accessible American education for children aged 4 – 14 years.
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Two Schools, One Vision: XCL World Academy and XCL American Academy to Merge
