SEOUL, South Korea, Dec. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Seoul Tourism Organization has ANNOUNCED that the 2024 Seoul Lantern Festival, held along the iconic Cheonggyecheon Stream, and the 2024 Gwanghwamun Market, taking place in Gwanghwamun Square, have already welcomed 560,000 visitors within their first week. These events have firmly established themselves as Seoul's signature winter festivals, capturing the attention of both residents and visitors alike.
These two events offer a variety of vibrant experiences, from immersive Christmas displays to hands-on activities and diverse food options, making each day leading up to Christmas even more special and memorable.
2024 Seoul Lantern Festival: A Dazzling Return
Returning after two years, the Seoul Lantern Festival launched on December 13 under the theme "SOUL LANTERN: Play with the Light of SEOUL" and will continue through January 12, 2025. This year's festival lights up the entire Cheonggyecheon area with 242 dazzling light installations stretching from Cheonggye Plaza to Samilgyo Bridge.
Key highlights include:
Visitors can also explore the "Soul Lantern Playground" at Gwanggyo Gallery, where locals and tourists can participate in D.I.Y. Christmas-themed programs and shop for exclusive items at the "Seoul My Soul Shop" pop-up store. Popular photo zones include the Big Ben and Eiffel Tower Lanterns, the mesmerizing "Mystical Waves" created with swimming whale projections, and 15-meter-high lanterns shaped like traditional hairpins (Eosahwa) and bridal headpieces (Jokduri).
2024 Gwanghwamun Market: Santa Village Comes to Life
Now in its third year, the Gwanghwamun Market opened on December 13 and will run until January 5, 2025, under the theme "Santa Village at Gwanghwamun Square." Located around the Sejong the Great statue, the market offers a feast of sights and experiences to embrace the holiday spirit.
Highlights include:
The market is divided into three main zones:
Kil Ki Yon, CEO of the Seoul Tourism Organization, shared his gratitude, saying "Thank you for your tremendous interest in the Seoul Lantern Festival, which has been brightening Seoul's winter nights for 16 years, and also the Gwanghwamun Market, now in its third year." He also added, "I hope you'll visit with your family, friends, or loved ones this Christmas and holiday season to create warm and wonderful winter memories."
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Don't miss 2024 Seoul Lantern Festival and 2024 Gwanghwamun Market this Christmas
SEOUL, South Korea, Dec. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- KYUHYUN signaled the start of his "COLORS" Asia tour with his three-day Seoul concert series from Dec. 20-22, mesmerizing fans with his prism-like musical universe.
KYUHYUN, represented by Antenna, performed at the Olympic Hall in Olympic Park, kicking off the tour that commemorates the 10th anniversary of his solo debut. Tickets for the Seoul shows sold out as soon as they went on sale, proving KYUHYUN's unfading popularity.
After opening the shows with the January release, "Restart," KYUHYUN commanded the stage with his hits including, "Together," "Journey," "Time with you," and "Last Poem," seamlessly alternating between refreshing and cozy vibes. He then serenaded the audience with a series of songs that had been featured as soundtracks for various dramas, before captivating them with "Nights Without You," a dramatic track reminiscent of a musical number.
KYUHYUN did not forget to get his fans into the Christmas spirit as well. By singing the carols, "It's Beginning To Look A Lot Like Christmas" and "Last Christmas," the singer created indelible memories for his fans, even stepping off the stage to interact with people on the second and third floors.
The festive mood reached its peak when KYUHYUN, the youngest member of K-pop boy group Super Junior, performed "Bring It On" to show off his rapping and dancing skills and belted out his group's mega-hits. The fans also went wild when he crooned the five ballads they had voted as KYUHYUN's best songs.
Other crown jewels of KYUHYUN's concerts included his performances of tunes from his first full-length album, "COLORS," including its lead track, "Unending Days." He then wowed the audience with well-known hits such as, "Dreaming" and "At Gwanghwamun," before concluding the shows with "Wishes," a dramatic song about hope.
Like the name of his tour, "COLORS," KYUHYUN unfolded his prism-like musical universe during his Seoul shows, delivering high-quality performances across diverse genres ranging from ballads to dance. He not only reflected on his musical journey so far but also hinted at the musical spectrum that will keep expanding in the coming days.
KYUHYUN will continue his tour in 2025, performing in Kaohsiung (Jan. 4), Hong Kong (Jan. 25), Jakarta (Feb. 8), Taipei (Feb. 22), Yokohama (March 5-6), Bangkok (March 15), Macau (March 22) and Manila (Apr. 5).
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KYUHYUN enthralls fans with his colorful Seoul concerts, marks beginning of 'COLORS' Asia tour
