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Gochang Moyang Fortress Festival (고창모양성제)

Introduction

Gochang Moyang Fortress Festival has been held since 1973 to inspire admiration for the construction of the walled town, develop local culture, and encourage love and pride for Gochang residents. Main events include a celebration and memorial ceremony, with additional events ranging from a pansori performance and farming music to folk games and archery. Many people participate in the Dapseongnori event, where participants carry a rock on top of their heads and walk around the fortress three times. Doing this is said to cure all illnesses, grant a long and healthy life, and allow one into heaven.

Basic Information

Address Eumnae-ri, Gochang-eup, Gochang-gun, Jeonbuk-do (56438)
Phone +82-63-560-2949
Website www.xn--v52bo3j80dp4c.com/
Last Updated 2024/07/17
Sponsor 1 Gochang-gun
Sponsor 1 Contact +82-63-560-2949
Sponsor 2 Contact +82-63-560-2949
Event Place Gochangeupseong Walled Town
Event Start Date 2024/10/09
Event End Date 2024/10/13
Usage Fee Free admission

Additional Information

Introduction Gochang Moyang Fortress Festival has been held since 1973 to inspire admiration for the construction of the walled town, develop local culture, and encourage love and pride for Gochang residents. Main events include a celebration and memorial ceremony, with additional events ranging from a pansori performance and farming music to folk games and archery. Many people participate in the Dapseongnori event, where participants carry a rock on top of their heads and walk around the fortress three times. Doing this is said to cure all illnesses, grant a long and healthy life, and allow one into heaven.

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