Chilgok County, Gasil Catholic Church Immersed in White

A 130-Year National Heritage Experience
at "Blanc in Gasil"

Chilgok County in North Gyeongsang Province announced that it has successfully concluded the 'Blanc in Gasil' program, held at Gasil Catholic Church as part of the ‘Local National Heritage Utilization Project’ by the National Heritage Administration.

'Blanc in Gasil' held at Gasil Cathedral
[Photo by Chilgok County]

This event was organized with inspiration from the French dining festival "Diner en Blanc," aiming to highlight the architectural and cultural heritage value of Gasil Catholic Church, which has a 130-year history.

More than 70 participants enjoyed an all-white garden party on the church lawn, followed by a talk concert with Professor Yang Jung-Moo from the Korea National University of Arts. They also experienced Gasil Catholic Church’s history and culture through music performances by the Luchem Ensemble and the Catholic contemporary hymn group ‘Yeolilgopida’.

A variety of content was showcased, including an archival exhibition detailing the history of the church since 1895, audio guides, and AI-based media curation, providing visitors with a new way to experience national heritage.

Jaeuk Kim, Mayor of Chilgok County, said, "We will continue to develop cultural tourism content that allows visitors to directly experience the region’s culture and history, while preserving the historical value of national heritage."

Content that combines history, culture, and hands-on experiences has further elevated the tourism appeal of Gasil Catholic Church.

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