A community park where residents can walk barefoot and relax will be established near the Yeongam Eupseong ruins in Dongmuri, Yeongam-eup.
Yeongam County announced plans to invest approximately 2 billion won in the 'Yeongam Community Park Development Project' at Dongmuri 160-1.
The project aims to create a walking and relaxation space for residents within the Yeongam-eup living area while preserving the adjacent Yeongam Eupseong ruins and surrounding natural environment.
However, considering the need for archaeological excavations at the Yeongam Eupseong site, the park will be developed in phases rather than all at once.
Initially, the plan includes creating a barefoot path around the park that does not interfere with the excavation area, along with an ecological park featuring wildflowers and trees, as well as night lighting facilities.
The goal is to develop a community-centric park that allows residents to enjoy walking and relaxation without needing to travel far, linking the barefoot path with green spaces.
In the future, the scope of the park's development will be gradually expanded in line with the progress of the Yeongam Eupseong excavations. The county plans to adjust the layout and timing of the project to ensure that the preservation of historical sites does not conflict with the creation of facilities for residents.
Yoon Cheol-min, head of the Urban Design Division of Yeongam County, stated, "We are focused on creating a space where residents can walk and relax nearby while preserving the Yeongam Eupseong ruins. We will proceed without delay on the facilities that will be prioritized, such as the barefoot path and ecological park."
Meanwhile, Yeongam County received approval for the implementation plan of the Yeongam Community Park Development Project on March 12 under the 'National Land Planning and Utilization Act.' The county plans to continue the park development project in phases, reflecting the schedule and progress of the Yeongam Eupseong excavations.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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