On the second day of the Hangul Day holiday, visitors flocked to Busan's North Port to catch a glimpse of the blacktip shark known as 'Bukan-i.' Since its first appearance, the number of visitors to the North Port has surpassed 1.2 million.
According to Yonhap News, the sunny weather drew crowds to popular destinations like North Port and Busan Citizens Park.
At North Port, visitors began gathering early in the morning to see Bukan-i. Spectators cheered as the shark emerged from the water, waving its fins and swaying its tail.
Bukan-i, which first appeared on September 18, marks its 23rd day in the canal today. Although there have been recent health concerns regarding the shark, it has been seen swimming repeatedly in the area.
While various theories circulate about why Bukan-i has not left the North Port, the exact reason remains unclear. Reports indicate that some citizens shone bright lights at night, startling the shark and causing it to exhibit unusual behavior, leading to the formation of a citizen patrol group.
Other attractions in Busan also saw an influx of visitors. Many people spread out blankets to relax at Busan Citizens Park and APEC Naru Park. At Haeundae Beach and Gwangalli Beach, residents cooled off by entering the water.
Moviegoers also flocked to the area. On the fifth day of the 31st Busan International Film Festival, crowds gathered at the Haeundae Cinema Center and theaters in Centum City to watch films, with related events taking place throughout the area.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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