SEOUL, February 23 (AJP) -A line of Taegeukgi stretches quietly through the trees at Hyochang Park, marking the 107th anniversary of the March 1 Independence Movement.
From Hyochang Park Station to the park’s main entrance, a 510-meter walkway has been transformed into a corridor of national symbols. More than 300 Korean flags are attached to tree trunks and branches, creating a continuous display that follows the natural curve of the path.
Installed from Feb. 21 to March 8, the project is designed to bring remembrance into everyday spaces. Rather than gathering people in a single square, it places history along a route used daily by commuters, joggers and nearby residents.
As pedestrians pass beneath the flags, the scene invites a brief pause. Some slow their steps. Others lift their phones. Many simply look up, momentarily drawn out of routine.
The white fabric, marked by red, blue and black, stands out against bare winter branches. From a distance, the rows resemble blossoms, suggesting both renewal and continuity. Up close, each flag recalls the collective spirit of 1919, when ordinary citizens filled the streets to demand independence.
The installation honors independence activists while encouraging reflection in ordinary moments — on the way to work, during an afternoon walk, or while heading home.
In this corridor of trees and symbols, remembrance does not rely on speeches or ceremonies. It unfolds quietly, one step at a time, reminding visitors that history remains present in daily life.
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