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'Pungyang Middle School' Surpasses 20 Million Views; Iksan Mayor Offers Thanks
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'Pungyang Middle School' Surpasses 20 Million Views; Iksan Mayor Offers Thanks

From Chosun Ilbo · () Korean

Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • The domestic travel version of the web series 'Pungyang High' has surpassed 20 million cumulative views.
  • The mayor of Iksan expressed gratitude for the series' popularity and its positive impact on the region.
  • A video featuring the mayor thanking the production team was released on the official Iksan City YouTube channel.

The domestic travel web series 'Pungyang Middle School' has achieved a significant milestone, surpassing 20 million cumulative views amid its growing popularity. This success has garnered attention beyond the digital realm, with the mayor of Iksan, Choi Jung-ho, personally extending his gratitude.

To commemorate the achievement, the official Iksan City YouTube channel released a special video titled 'Pungyang Middle School, Thank You for Visiting Iksan.' In the video, Mayor Choi is seen sporting official merchandise from the series, including a t-shirt and hat, underscoring the city's appreciation and engagement with the popular content.

The series, a spin-off focusing on domestic travel, has resonated with viewers, leading to this impressive viewership count. The collaboration between the popular web series and the city of Iksan highlights a growing trend of local governments leveraging cultural content to promote tourism and regional appeal.

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