Finished24-10-05 ~ 24-10-20
Jinju Namgang Yudeung Festival
진주 남강유등축제
📍 287 Gangnam-ro, Jinju-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
Introduction
The Jinju Namgang Yudeung Festival is an event that continues the practice of making wishes by floating colorful lanterns down the Namgang River. This practice of over 400 years originated from the Siege of Jinju in 1592. The festival begins at sunset when lanterns of various shapes and sizes are lit on the Namgang River. World Pungmul lanterns, wish lanterns, traditional lanterns, religious lanterns, and customized lanterns embroider the night with colorful lights. Fireworks and lighting shows are held against the backdrop of this beautiful night view, along with various cultural shows. The festival operates food trucks where visitors can enjoy delicious foods from around the world.
◎ The Siege of Jinju and Yudeung
During the Japanese invasion of Korea in 1592, yudeung (oil lanterns) were lit in the battle at Jinjuseong Fortress to stop the Japanese army from crossing the Namgang River. The lanterns were also used as a means of contacting families outside the fortress.
◎ The Siege of Jinju and Yudeung
During the Japanese invasion of Korea in 1592, yudeung (oil lanterns) were lit in the battle at Jinjuseong Fortress to stop the Japanese army from crossing the Namgang River. The lanterns were also used as a means of contacting families outside the fortress.
Telephone
+82-55-761-9111 (Jinju-si, Jinju Art & Culture Foundation)
Homepage
🗺 Location
287 Gangnam-ro, Jinju-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
✏ Details
Programs
Exhibition of floating lanterns, hanging wishing lanterns, floating yudeung, fireworks display
🔎 Information
Start Date
End Date
Location
Areas of Jinjuseong Fortress and Namgang River
Admission / Participation Fees
Free
Show Time
13:00-23:00
Sponsor
Jinju-si, Jinju Art & Culture Foundation
Sponsor Contact
+82-55-761-9111
Organizer
Jinju Namgang Yudeung Festival Committee
