Hwasun County in South Jeolla Province has decided to hold this year's Dolmen Festival with a focus on visitors.
The county will reduce formalities and manage its budget efficiently.
The '2026 World Heritage Hwasun Dolmen Autumn Flower Festival' will take place from October 16 to 25 at the dolmen site in Chunyang-myeon, Hwasun County, without an opening ceremony.
This decision aims to utilize the budget and administrative support typically allocated for one-time ceremonial events more effectively.
The saved funds will be used to enhance the quality of festival content and improve visitor facilities.
The 'Hwasun Dolmen Autumn Flower Festival' is a representative festival of Hwasun, combining various autumn flowers such as chrysanthemums and cosmos with the history and culture of the Bronze Age.
This year, the festival plans to significantly increase specialized programs related to dolmens and the Bronze Age, building on the positive feedback received last year to highlight its historical value as a World Heritage site.
Efforts will be made to enhance interactive experiences that allow visitors to naturally understand the lifestyle of the Bronze Age.
The festival will also be linked to revitalizing the local economy. To attract tourists to Hwasun-eup, the county plans to organize large-scale events, including fan signing sessions with singers and participation events for visitors, in collaboration with local businesses.
This initiative aims to create a positive cycle of tourism spending that benefits the entire county.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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