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Ulsan seeks participants for 'Petroglyphs of Bangudae Terrace' World Heritage anniversary ceremony

From Hankyoreh · () Korean

Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Ulsan City is recruiting participants for a commemorative ceremony marking the first anniversary of the 'Petroglyphs of Bangudae Terrace' inscription as a UNESCO World Heritage site.
  • The event aims to share the value of the petroglyphs and foster pride among citizens who have protected this world heritage.
  • Special exhibitions and an international academic conference are also planned to celebrate the milestone.

Ulsan City is inviting citizens to participate in a special ceremony celebrating the first anniversary of the 'Petroglyphs of Bangudae Terrace' being inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage site. The event, scheduled to be held at the Ulsan City Hall lobby, aims to foster a sense of pride among residents for safeguarding this significant cultural asset.

Under the banner of "Ulsan, where citizens are the owners," the city is seeking to make the commemoration a citizen-centric event. A total of 50 participants will be selected on a first-come, first-served basis. Those interested can apply through a QR code on promotional materials by November 13th. All participants will receive a commemorative gift after the ceremony.

To further mark this milestone, Ulsan City has organized a series of related events. A special exhibition at the Petroglyph Museum will run until April 25th of next year, and a related exhibition will be held at the Ulsan Library until November 30th. Additionally, an international academic conference is planned for November at the Ulsan Exhibition and Convention Center.

The 'Petroglyphs of Bangudae Terrace,' including the Bangudae Petroglyphs, represent a significant cultural heritage. Their inscription as a UNESCO World Heritage site acknowledges their universal value and the importance of their preservation for future generations.

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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.