Yeon Deung Hoe (Lotus Lantern Festival) (연등회)
Seoul · 99 Jong-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
Address
99 Jong-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
99 Jong-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
Phone
+82-2-2011-1740
+82-2-2011-1740
Overview
Started approximately 1,200 years ago during the Silla dynasty and continued through the Goryeo Yeon Deung Hoe and Joseon lantern festival, the Yeon Deung Hoe Festival is a traditional festival registered as an Intangible Cultural Heritage and UNESCO Masterpiece of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity. The lanterns at Yeon Deung Hoe Festival brighten the heart and the world!
Location
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South Korea has four distinct seasons. Spring (March–May) and autumn (September–November) are the most popular times to visit. Summer brings humidity and occasional typhoons, while winter is cold but great for ski resorts and festivals.
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