Hwasun County Hosts "Baekasan Royal Azalea Festival" and "June 25 Victims Memorial Ceremony"

A Place for Remembrance and Community Unity

Baekamyeon in Hwasun County, South Jeolla Province, announced on the 4th that it held the "29th Baekasan Royal Azalea Festival and June 25 Victims Memorial Ceremony" on May 2.

This event, organized by the Baekamyeon Youth Association, was designed both as a time to honor the noble spirit of the victims of the June 25 Korean War and to promote unity among residents and revitalize the local economy. To further emphasize the event’s significance, a solemn memorial ceremony for the victims of the June 25 Korean War was held in the Baekasan area on April 30, ahead of the main event.

On the day of the main event, more than 600 participants, including Lee Hobum, Deputy Governor of Hwasun County, members of the Jeollanam-do Provincial Council and Hwasun County Council, heads of local organizations, residents, and tourists, gathered together.

Residents of Baek-a Township in Hwasun County gathered at the Memorial Ceremony for the Victims of the Korean War on June 25, taking a commemorative photo together. Photo by Hwasun County

The festival began with a Nanta performance and a samulnori (traditional percussion) performance by students from Asan Elementary School and Buk-myeon Middle School. This was followed by a commemorative ceremony that included an award presentation to individuals who contributed to the development of the local community.

The Hwasun County Governor’s Award was presented to Kang Byunghoon, Secretary General of the Baekamyeon Youth Association, for his contributions to the association’s growth. The Hwasun County Council Chairman’s Award went to Kim Odong, who served as the fourth president of the Youth Association and is currently an honorary member. In addition, the Baekamyeon Youth Association presented a plaque of appreciation to Kim Duhwan, a former Baekamyeon mayor and the current head of the Forest Division.

After the official event, a variety of side programs, including a singing contest for residents, further elevated the festive atmosphere, allowing both residents and tourists to enjoy the celebration together.

Roh Samsuk, head of Baekamyeon, stated, "It is very meaningful to be able to promote the Baekasan royal azaleas and create an opportunity to honor the spirits of the June 25 victims."

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