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Korea Pavilion Draws Huge Crowds at Busan Exhibition

From Hankyoreh · () Korean

Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • The "Korea Pavilion" at the BEXCO exhibition center in Busan attracted over 1,000 visitors on its opening day and has seen 70,000 visitors in five days.
  • The pavilion, part of the 48th World Heritage Committee meeting, showcases traditional culture through exhibitions, performances, and experiences.
  • It has generated significant interest, with 150 million won in cultural merchandise sales in its first five days.

The "Korea Pavilion" at BEXCO's Exhibition Hall 1 in Busan has become a major draw, with over 1,000 visitors flocking to it before its opening on July 26. This complex cultural experience space was established to introduce traditional Korean culture during the 48th World Heritage Committee meeting being held at BEXCO.

Organized by approximately 30 institutions, including the Cultural Heritage Administration, the Cultural Heritage Foundation, and the Ministry of Public Administration and Security, the pavilion features a variety of exhibitions, performances, and hands-on activities. Since its opening on July 20, it has attracted a cumulative total of 70,000 visitors in just five days.

The pavilion's popularity is further underscored by its impressive sales figures. Cultural merchandise sales have reached 150 million won within the first five days, indicating strong public engagement and interest in the showcased traditional Korean culture.

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Originally published by Hankyoreh in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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