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Jeongdongjin Sunrise Festival (정동진 해맞이 축제)

Jeongdongjin2-ri, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do

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Experience the dramatic start to the new year at the Jeongdongjin Sunrise Festival. Visitors gather at Sandglass Park to celebrate renewal as the massive, historical sandglass trickles completely and restarts precisely at midnight. Expect an emotional atmosphere filled with resolutions and breathtaking sunrise views. Perfect for anyone seeking a powerful fresh start, or those who enjoy grand seasonal Korean traditions. Best timing is always New Year's Eve.

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Many people come to celebrate a fresh start at the Jeongdongjin Sunrise Festival on the eve of one year and the first day of the New Year at Sandglass Park. The sandglass at the park has a diameter of 8.06 meters, a x_width of 3.2 meters, a weight of 40 tons, and holds 8 tons of sand, making it one of the biggest sandglasses in the world. It takes a whole year for sand to trickle to the bottom and then the sandglass restarts again on New Year’s Day each year at midnight.

Festival events include a fireworks display, the turning of the sandglass to start another year, and performances by various artists.

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Phone

+82-33-640-5135

Website

www.gn.go.kr/tour

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