2015년 11월 11일 수요일

'The 10th Flower Island Festival' in Geoje

Ever visited Geoje in Gyeongnam region of Korea? Every year Geoje City runs a flower festival called "Geoje Flower Island Festival." Last week we have visited the festival.
2015 is the 10th year of this festival. There are many festivals of flower theme in Gyeongnam at this season but this festival in Geoje is one of most well known.

Many visitors have come and are waiting in line to get the tickets. The tickets price is only 3,000 won per adult. There are other discounts available for seniors, children, and the disabled.

After following the path from the entrance, you will be able to see a grand entrance of a fortress decorated in beautiful flowers.

All of these decorated arts are located throughout the festival area. It would take at least over an hour to take a look at all the arts.



The view is amazing with so much variety and contrast of colors.
Many families and group tourists have visited Geoje to see the beautiful festival. It is a great season and time of the year to travel. You will also be able to feel the sea breeze of Namhae and smell the clean air of the forests surrounding the festival area.

Many of the areas have huge land of planted flowers of different kinds.


There is a small sales market at one part of the festival area. From cooked foods to agricultural/local products, many clerks were selling their products.

The sun has gone down and darkness quickly spread through the festival.

At nights nearby the festival area, foods were sold at small tents at this area.

You can enjoy a simple snack or meal after looking around the festival. It is a beautiful festival to enjoy. If you have missed this year don't forget to visit next year~!

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