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• Busan unveils blueprint for new administration source: Busan Tourism ArchiveOn Oct. 8, Busan City released an action plan outlining the policy priorities of its ninth popularly elected administration. Built around the vision "Busan, the Maritime Capital at the Center of Future Transformation," the plan expands the core pledges unveiled by the mayor's transition committee in June into four goals and 122 projects.The plan is posted on the city's website, and a final version will be published after deliberations by a 50-member citizen jury. A pledge implementation task force will review progress every six months, and the city will participate in evaluations by the Korea Manifesto Center, a civic organization that promotes policy-based elections and tracks implementation of campaign promises.1️⃣ Maritime Hub Connecting the World- A City Connected to the WorldStrengthen maritime industries and expand international logistics networks to make Busan a leading global port city.* Relocate public maritime institutions to Busan* Support the opening of Gadeokdo New Airport 2️⃣ A City Driven by Innovation- Building the Future with Advanced IndustriesFoster advanced industries and create more jobs and growth opportunities for businesses and young people.* Develop power semiconductor and AI clusters* Support youth employment and startups3️⃣ A City of Balanced Growth- A Great Place to Live in Every NeighborhoodExpand transportation links across the region and improve living conditions in every neighborhood to support balanced growth.* Speed up travel across the region* Promote balanced urban and regional development 4️⃣ A City Where Everyone Can Thrive- Health and Well-Being for Every GenerationStrengthen public health care and community care so residents, from children to seniors, can live healthy, safe lives.* Strengthen public health care* Increase quality of life for all citizens<Today's Vocabulary - 오늘의 단어>release: 공개하다 administration: 행정 pledge: 공약 implementation: 시행 maritime: 해양의 expand: 확장하다 foster: 육성하다Editor: Song SoomiCopy Editors: Ryu Hyoseung, Anton J. Mapoy
• Expedia names Busan a top 2027 destination, sustainable tourism standout source: Busan Tourism ArchiveBusan has been named one of Expedia’s top 10 travel destinations for 2027, the only Korean city to make the list.Expedia is a Seattle-based online travel booking platform and part of Expedia Group, which also runs Hotels.com and Vrbo. Each year, the company publishes Unpack, a report on the trends shaping travel in the year ahead.Busan ranked fifth worldwide on the report’s Destinations of the Year list. The list spotlights 10 places across four continents where traveler interest is growing fastest, based on flight and accommodation searches on Expedia.Searches for Busan rose 50% from a year earlier.South Lake Tahoe, California, took the top spot with a 195% jump, followed by Hyogo, Japan (95%); Punta del Este, Uruguay (65%); and Sedona, Arizona (55%).Expedia billed Busan as a vibrant seaside city with buzzing markets and a diverse food scene. Melanie Fish, a vice president at Expedia Group, cited the city’s “seaside markets” among the highlights of this year’s list.Expedia also named three must-see attractions that visitors can cover in a single day: Haedong Yonggungsa Temple, Haeundae Beach and Jagalchi Market.Busan is drawing attention for more than its popularity. The city is one of six destinations on the list to meet Expedia’s Smart Travel Health Check, a framework that recognizes places that manage tourism responsibly.The framework draws on principles from the World Travel & Tourism Council. It looks at how well destinations plan and monitor tourism, involve local residents and reinvest tourism revenue.The other five are Hyogo; Sedona; Perugia, Italy; The Tweed, Australia; and Chichester, Britain.<Today's Vocabulary - 오늘의 단어>continent: 대륙 accommodation: 숙박업소 draw: 관심을 끌다 framework: 뼈대 revenue: 수익Editor: Song SoomiCopy Editors: Ryu Hyoseung, Anton J. Mapoy
• Busan climbs to 22nd in Global Financial Centres Index, a new high source: Busan Tourism ArchiveBusan placed 22nd of 117 cities in the Global Financial Centres Index, its highest ranking since joining the index in 2014.The GFCI 40, published by U.K. consultancy Z/Yen, was announced Sept. 16 at the BIFC Global Finance Symposium.The city rose from 23rd in March's GFCI 39, and its score climbed 11 points to 737. It has gained 15 places since March 2023 and has stayed in the global top 30 for six consecutive evaluations. In the Asia-Pacific region, it ranked ninth.City officials attribute the rise to continued investment in financial infrastructure and growth in maritime and digital finance.Completion of Phase 3 of the Busan International Finance Center has expanded space for financial institutions, and the Munhyeon Financial District and North Port area have been designated Financial Opportunity Development Zones. The city is also building up policy funds for venture investment and industrial transition.In maritime finance, the Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries, HMM and other shipping-related institutions have relocated to Busan. Global shipbroker Clarksons Korea and maritime asset manager Waterline Partners have also established a presence in the city.In digital finance, the KDX Consortium, which includes the Korea Exchange and financial IT firm Koscom, became the first in the country to receive preliminary approval for an over-the-counter exchange for fractional investment products. The city also operates the Busan Blockchain Regulation-Free Special Zone.A Busan City official called the ranking "a meaningful accomplishment demonstrating the city's steady growth as a global financial center." He said Busan aims to rank among the world's top 20 financial centers and Asia's top five by 2030, with planned investment in ship finance, marine insurance and green shipping for the emerging Arctic route.<Today's Vocabulary - 오늘의 단어>consecutive: 연속되는 evaluation: 평가 attribute: ~의 덕분으로 보다 preliminary: 예비의Editor: Song SoomiCopy Editors: Ryu Hyoseung, Anton J. Mapoy

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• ‘The Nutcracker’ comes to Busan Concert Hall Nov. 27-28 source: busandabom.netThe Busan Opera House Ballet will bring Tchaikovsky’s holiday classic “The Nutcracker” to Busan Concert Hall at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 27 and 5 p.m. Nov. 28. Performed with a live orchestra and accompanied by commentary, the production guides audiences of all ages through the story of a young girl’s magical dream on Christmas Eve, offering an early welcome to the holiday season.With new choreography created for this production, the performance offers an accessible introduction for first-time ballet audiences and a fresh take for those who already know the classic.Hoi-woong Ryu, a former dancer with the Korean National Ballet, will oversee choreography and direction. Kwang-hyun Kim, music director of the Classic Busan Orchestra, will conduct.The ballet unfolds in two acts, with the orchestra joined by the Classic Busan Choir, whose voices add depth to Tchaikovsky’s score and the festive atmosphere.All seats are 30,000 won, with discounts for eligible groups. The performance runs about 110 minutes, including a 20-minute intermission, and is open to children 48 months and older. Tickets are available through Classic Busan and NOL Ticket, linked below.※ “The Nutcracker,” A Concert Ballet with Commentary◎ Times and dates: 7:30 p.m. Nov. 27; 5 p.m. Nov. 28◎ Busan Concert Hall: 250 Dongpyeong-ro, Busanjin-gu◎ Google Maps: Click ◎ Price: 30,000 won, all seats◎ Ticketing: Click <Today's Vocabulary - 오늘의 단어>commentary: 해설 accessible: 접근 가능한 choreography: 안무 choir: 합창단Editor: Song SoomiCopy Editors: Ryu Hyoseung, Anton J. Mapoy
• Year-end ‘Carmen vs. Carmen’ gala set for Busan Concert Hall on Dec. 12 source: Busan Concert Hall“Carmen vs. Carmen,” a year-end opera gala, comes to Busan Concert Hall at 7 p.m. on Dec. 12. The program brings together highlights from Georges Bizet’s “Carmen,” carrying audiences into the passion and drama of 19th-century Seville, far from the winter chill outside.Presented by the Grand Opera Company, the gala also marks the company’s 30th anniversary. Founded in 1996 and based in Busan and Gyeongsangnam-do Province, the company has helped shape the region’s opera scene over the past three decades.Carlo Palleschi, a renowned maestro of Italian opera, will conduct. Over his career, he has worked with singers including Luciano Pavarotti, Piero Cappuccilli and Renato Bruson, and has performed at venues such as Carnegie Hall in New York and the Berlin Philharmonie. He will lead the DIO Orchestra, the resident orchestra of the Daegu Opera House, in bringing out the color and intensity of Bizet’s score.Mezzo-soprano Seung Hyun Choi, praised for her performance of Carmen at the National Theatre in Prague, will sing the title role. Tenor Sung Kyu Park, a prizewinner at major European competitions, will sing Don Jose. Baritone Jung-Hyun Moon will sing Escamillo, and soprano Hyun Jung Park will sing Micaela. Violinist Ji-Hae Park will also appear, and the Daegu Opera Choir and Junior MK Musical Troupe will round out the lineup. In all, about 150 performers are expected to take the stage.Tickets are 120,000 won for VIP seats, 80,000 won for R seats, 50,000 won for S seats, 30,000 won for A seats and 10,000 won for students. Bookings made by Nov. 12 get a 30% early-bird discount, and other discounts are available for eligible groups. The performance runs about two hours, including a 20-minute intermission, and is open to elementary school students and older. Tickets are available through Classic Busan and YES24, linked below.※ Year-End Opera Gala: “Carmen vs. Carmen,” Dec. 12◎ Busan Concert Hall: 250 Dongpyeong-ro, Busanjin-gu◎ Google Maps: Click ◎ Schedule: Dec. 12 at 7 p.m.◎ Price: 30,000 won to 120,000 won◎ Ticketing- via Busan Concert Hall: Click - via YES24: Click <Today's Vocabulary - 오늘의 단어>passion: 열정 renowned: 유명한 intensity: 강도 appear: 출연하다Editor: Song SoomiCopy Editors: Ryu Hyoseung, Anton J. Mapoy
• Run at your own pace: Run Busan Running Festival set for Nov. 14  The Run Busan Running Festival will take place from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 14, at North Port Waterfront Park, turning the waterfront into a running playground for runners of all levels.Unlike conventional races built around times and rankings, the festival offers a relaxed day out for experienced runners, beginners and families alike. Visitors don’t have to run to enjoy the day, and participation is free.The main event is the Sunset Run, a course of about 5 kilometers along the North Port waterfront as the sun goes down. Runners set off at 5 p.m. and have until 7 p.m. to finish, so participants can go at their own pace. The run is limited to 500 participants, with registration on a first-come, first-served basis.The day’s program:Noon to 1 p.m.: Running coaching sessions, plus a yoga and Zumba wellness class1 to 2 p.m.: Crew Ranking Competition, with about 100 Busan running crews competing in sprints and relays2 to 3 p.m.: Citizen Fitness Challenge, testing flexibility, agility and strength3 to 3:30 p.m.: Running Talk Show with invited running influencers3:30 to 4:20 p.m.: Taekwondo and circus performances4:20 to 4:40 p.m.: Best-Dressed Runner Contest and awards5 to 7 p.m.: Sunset Run5:30 to 7 p.m.: Finish-line celebration concertRunning brand booths, an artisan market, a picnic zone and hands-on running activities will be open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Visitors who post festival photos on social media can enter a prize draw. Organizers recommend bringing a picnic mat and dressing warmly.Program times may change depending on conditions. Full details and registration are available at runbusanrun.com and on the Eventus event platform.※ Run Busan Running Festival, Nov. 14◎ North Port Waterfront Park: 164 Yi Sun-shin-daero, Dong-gu◎ Google Maps: Click ◎ Hours: 10 a.m.-7 p.m.◎ Website: Click ◎ Registration links: Click <Today's Vocabulary - 오늘의 단어>conventional: 전통적인 pace: 속도 draw: 뽑기 depend on: ~에 따라서 Editor: Song SoomiCopy Editors: Ryu Hyoseung, Anton J. Mapoy

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• The people have spoken: Busan’s top 20 gukbap restaurants  Which pork soup spot reigns supreme in Busan? Twenty restaurants have been selected for the 2026 Busan Dwaeji Gukbap Grand Fair, following a public nomination drive that ran from Aug. 16 to Sept. 2.The campaign drew strong public interest. More than 10,800 nominations poured in online and in person, naming 254 restaurants across the city — proof that when it comes to Busan's favorite comfort food, everyone has an opinion. Picks covered well-known establishments, multigenerational institutions and neighborhood favorites loaded with personal memories.The buzz carried over online. A short-form video inviting viewers to name their favorite gukbap spot pulled in 2.05 million views and 34,000 shares in just two days. A follow-up video, "The Gukbap Debate," featuring chefs Leo Kang and Do-yoon Kim, added more than 170,000 views of its own.With the top 20 locked in, the festival rolls on with a lineup of events. On Sept. 19, Gukbap Talk brings together Sang-jin Han, Busan City's promotional ambassador and a well-known actor, along with culinary expert Leo Kang and local gukbap fans for a conversation on the dish's history, culture and what makes a bowl truly great.The spotlight then shifts to the 20 finalists during Gukbap Week, running Sept. 28 to Oct. 14. Locals and visitors can vote for their favorites through KakaoMap, whether they're recalling a past visit or trying the restaurants for the first time. Voting will narrow the field from 20 to 10, then down to a final three.Those top three restaurants will take the spotlight next at the Gukbap Showcase.For more information, visit the official Visit Busan website or its Instagram account.※ 2026 Busan Dwaeji Gukbap Grand Fair◎ Website: Click ◎ Instagram: @visitbusan_kr◎ Notice on the Visit Busan website: Click ◎ List of 20 selected Gukbap restaurants 1. 1953 Hyeongje Dwaeji Gukbap, Main Branch (Nam-gu) 2. Ssangdungi Dwaeji Gukbap, Main Branch (Nam-gu)3. Hapcheon Gukbapjip, Yongho Branch (Nam-gu)4. Subyeon Choego Dwaeji Gukbap, Millak Main Branch (Suyeong-gu)5. Suyeong Dwaeji Gukbap (Suyeong-gu)6. Sikbok Dwaeji Gukbap (Suyeong-gu)7. Jamae Gukbap (Suyeong-gu)8. Cheonghwabaek Dwaeji Gukbap, Gwangalli Main Branch (Suyeong-gu)9. 70nyeon Jeontong Halmae Gukbap (Dong-gu)10. Uri Dwaeji Gukbap (Dong-gu)11. Du Beonjjae Neulhaerang (Busanjin-gu)12. Mokchon Dwaeji Gukbap, Yeonsan City Hall Branch (Yeonje-gu)13. Seo Jin-seop Dwaeji Gukbap (Jung-gu)14. Somunnan Dwaeji Gukbap, Bupyeong Branch (Jung-gu)15. Sinchang Gukbap, Main Branch (Seo-gu)16. Yeongjin Dwaeji Gukbap, Main Branch (Saha-gu)17. Onammae Dwaeji Gukbap, Jeonggwan Branch (Gijang-gun)18. Ibagu Gukbap (Sasang-gu)19. Haeundae Halmaejip (Haeundae-gu)20. Hwanamjeong Dwaeji Gukbap, Choeup Main Branch (Busanjin-gu)<Today's Vocabulary - 오늘의 단어>reign: 평정하다 supreme: 최고의 nomination: 지명 debate: 논쟁 culinary: 요리의Editor: Song SoomiCopy Editors: Ryu Hyoseung, Anton J. Mapoy
• A sweet escape: Busan's best bingsu source: Busan Tourism ArchiveFew things offer a sweeter escape from Korea's hot, humid summer than a bowl of bingsu. Made with ice shaved as fine and light as fresh snow, Korea's signature summer dessert comes in countless varieties - from timeless classics topped with sweet red beans, condensed milk and chewy injeolmi rice cakes to modern creations featuring fresh seasonal fruit, rich matcha and silky cream.Sampling different styles is part of the fun for locals and visitors alike, and bingsu's eye-catching presentation makes each bowl as enjoyable to photograph as it is to eat.To help readers find some of Busan's best bingsu, the Blue Ribbon Survey - Korea's first restaurant guide - recommends nine establishments known for their distinctive takes on the dessert. Head out and grab a bowl or two. After all, the hotter the summer gets, the more refreshing every spoonful becomes.🍨 Bingsu Eateries in Busan : Click <Today's Vocabulary - 오늘의 단어>escape: 도피 variety: 다양한 종류 recommend: 추천하다 establishment: 시설 distinctive: 특별한 Editor: Song SoomiCopy Editors: Ryu Hyoseung, Anton J. Mapoy
• A sweet escape: Busan's best bingsu 　Few things offer a sweeter escape from Korea's hot, humid summer than a bowl of bingsu. Made with ice shaved as fine and light as fresh snow, Korea's signature summer dessert comes in countless varieties - from timeless classics topped with sweet red beans, condensed milk and chewy injeolmi rice cakes to modern creations featuring fresh seasonal fruit, rich matcha and silky cream.　Sampling different styles is part of the fun for locals and visitors alike, and bingsu's eye-catching presentation makes each bowl as enjoyable to photograph as it is to eat.　To help readers find some of Busan's best bingsu, the Blue Ribbon Survey - Korea's first restaurant guide - recommends nine establishments known for their distinctive takes on the dessert. Head out and grab a bowl or two. After all, the hotter the summer gets, the more refreshing every spoonful becomes.Namcheon Nokcha Patbingsu in Suyeong-gu is best known for its signature Boseong green tea patbingsu. The dessert features sweet red beans and green tea powder over finely shaved ice.Peach Bingsu at DADAE DE LAMugwort Rice Cake Bingsu (left) and Blueberry Bingsu (right) at GojaeClassic Patbingsu at Baekro AnggeumGoogle Maps: Click

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• What Busan can learn from Barcelona's overtourism fight  The Sagrada Família, Gaudi's unfinished basilica Bathed in Mediterranean sunshine and blessed with a beautiful coastline, Barcelona is Spain's second-largest city and one of Europe's most celebrated travel destinations. The city and its surrounding areas drew 26.1 million visitors in 2025.Barcelona shares a special connection with Busan. The two cities established sister-city ties in 1983 and have much in common: distinctive urban landscapes shaped by the sea and mountains, thriving ports and vibrant cultural festivals.Yet Barcelona's popularity has come at a cost. The city has become one of the most prominent symbols of overtourism, as growing visitor numbers put pressure on housing, public spaces and everyday life. Rising rents, crowded streets and persistent noise have fueled residents' anger, and some have left neighborhoods they called home for years. In response, Barcelona is shifting its focus from  attracting more visitors to a more sustainable tourism model, one that lets the industry thrive without disrupting residents' lives.During a visit by Busan city officials to Barcelona in September, José Antonio Donaire Benito, Barcelona's commissioner for sustainable tourism management, summed up the philosophy behind this shift: "Protecting the city's unique identity and the everyday lives of its residents is the essence of sustainable tourism."This message is worth considering for Busan, a coastal destination with a growing global profile that faces a similar challenge: balancing tourism growth with residents' quality of life.Barcelona City Tour bus Growing pains in Busan's tourism 'golden age'Busan's tourism industry has been enjoying remarkable growth. From January through August this year, the city welcomed 3,434,620 international visitors, passing the 3 million mark in early August, two months earlier than last year. Arrivals topped 500,000 in both July and August. The city is also drawing visitors from a wider range of countries, with growing numbers arriving not only from Asian markets but also from long-haul markets such as the United States and France.The influx is bringing fresh energy to major commercial districts such as Haeundae, Gwangalli and Nampo-dong. But it also raises questions about how much pressure the city's neighborhoods and infrastructure can withstand. While increased foot traffic benefits local businesses, residents may face growing disruption from traffic congestion, noise and litter. These challenges make Barcelona's experience particularly relevant. Having grappled with the effects of mass tourism for years, Barcelona is now looking for ways to make tourism more beneficial to residents without compromising their daily lives.Casa Milà, apartment building designed by Antoni GaudiHomes, markets and buses for residentsBarcelona's approach to overtourism begins with a fundamental priority: protecting residents' access to housing and essential services. As tourist accommodation has spread through residential neighborhoods, the city has introduced measures to limit its impact. In 2017, Barcelona implemented the Special Urban Plan for Tourist Accommodation, known as PEUAT, which restricts new tourist accommodation in areas already under heavy pressure. The city has also announced that it will not renew the licenses of about 10,000 tourist apartments when they expire in November 2028, aiming to return these properties to residential use and ease the housing shortage.Traditional markets are another focus. At La Boqueria, one of the city's best-known attractions, authorities have sought to preserve the market's role as a place where residents can shop for everyday groceries. Under a planned regulation backed by more than 90 percent of the market's vendors, fresh and traditional products, such as vegetables, fruit and fish, would need to make up at least half of the market's overall offering, with prepared takeaway food capped at 50 percent. The aim is to keep the market from becoming dominated by stalls selling snacks to tourists at the expense of local shoppers.One remarkable example of Barcelona's resident-first approach involves public transportation. Near Park Güell, the No. 116 neighborhood bus winds its way through the area's steep hillside streets. The route was designed mainly to serve residents, particularly older people. But as tourists began following directions from digital map services, the buses became so crowded that residents often struggled to board.Barcelona responded with an unusual measure: having the route removed from Google Maps and Apple Maps in 2024. By making the service less visible to tourists, the city restored convenient access for neighborhood residents. The change shifted some of the crowding to other lines, which the city has since reinforced. The initiative drew attention as a simple yet innovative way to reduce tourist pressure through digital platforms.Visitors leaving the Sagrada FamíliaPutting tourism revenue to work for residentsBarcelona is also looking for ways to ensure that tourism contributes more directly to local communities, and tourist taxes are part of this strategy. In addition to Catalonia's regional tourist tax, Barcelona imposes a municipal surcharge on overnight stays and cruise passengers, with plans to increase certain charges over the coming years. The city is directing part of this revenue toward protecting everyday commerce in neighborhoods under intense tourism pressure. It has also bought commercial spaces to make room for businesses that serve residents' daily needs, rather than those aimed at tourists.Casa Batlló, a Gaudí-designed house, at night Keeping crowds and traffic in checkData-driven technology and tighter regulation are another part of Barcelona's strategy for managing tourist traffic. To prevent large tour buses from overwhelming the city center, Barcelona has restricted where and when they can stop. Under its Zona Bus system, drivers must use designated stopping areas, some of which require advance booking, helping regulate access to major attractions. With pick-up and drop-off times limited to 10 minutes, the measures are designed to reduce the number of vehicles circulating through busy streets and ease traffic congestion.The city is also paying closer attention to areas with particularly heavy visitor traffic, which it designates as high-traffic areas, known in Catalan as Espais de Gran Afluència (EGA). Through a dedicated data office, Barcelona is collecting and analyzing information on how visitors move through these areas. This information can help authorities identify high-pressure areas and develop strategies to distribute visitors more evenly across the city. One idea under consideration is an app that alerts visitors to crowded sites in real time and suggests alternatives.Palau de la Música CatalanaLessons for BusanThe area around the Sagrada Família offers another example of Barcelona's efforts to balance tourism with neighborhood life. Through a program called Let's Play in the Squares, the city has organized Saturday play activities for local families and children in the gardens of a square beside the basilica, reclaiming the space for everyday community use.For Busan, which is rapidly strengthening its position as an international coastal destination, the central question is no longer simply how to attract more visitors. It is how to welcome them while protecting residents' daily lives. From regulating tourist accommodation and managing crowded streets to supporting neighborhood businesses, Barcelona's policies share a common principle: Residents' quality of life must remain a priority. A truly sustainable tourism city is not just a place the world wants to visit. It is also a place where its own residents can continue to live well. That is the balance Busan now aims to strike as it welcomes a growing number of visitors.
• Chat with Busan's AI Civil Secretary: Ask Boogi! AI Civil Secretary(Click to chat) Meet Boogi, Busan's AI Civil Secretary!Busan's mascot, Boogi, is now also an AI-powered assistant. Boogi is available 24/7 to answer questions about the city.❓ AskAsk Boogi anything about Busan📢 AnswerBoogi gets relevant information to answer your questions.💡 TryVisit Busan's official website to try the service yourself.
• Moment to be one, Turn Toward Busan source: Busan Tourism ArchiveIf you hear sirens across Busan at 11 a.m. on Nov. 11, don't be alarmed. They are not an emergency warning but a call to observe a minute of silence for United Nations service members who died in the 1950-53 Korean War. When they sound, pause and join in.The minute of silence is part of Turn Toward Busan, an international observance held every Nov. 11. Launched in 2007 at the suggestion of Canadian Korean War veteran Vincent Courtenay, the campaign invites people worldwide to turn toward Busan, wherever they are, in honor of the UN troops who fell in the war. The date also marks the 1918 armistice that ended fighting in World War I, observed in many countries as a day to remember the war dead.At the heart of the campaign is the United Nations Memorial Cemetery in Korea in Nam-gu District, the world's only UN cemetery. More than 2,300 service members from 14 countries rest there. Open to the public, the cemetery offers visitors a place to remember the troops' sacrifice and reflect on the value of peace. Those unable to visit in person can pay tribute online through the cemetery's website.✔ key information- Wednesday, Nov. 11- 11 a.m. One-Minute Moment of Silence- Memorial Siren: Pause what you are doing and observe a minute of silence.<Today's Vocabulary - 오늘의 단어>observe: 기념하다 veteran: 참전 용사 sacrifice: 희생하다 pay tribute: 묵념하다, 헌사를 표하다 Editor: Song SoomiCopy Editors: Ryu Hyoseung, Anton J. Mapoy

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• COLOR HUNTING 　Busan is a city filled with color.　Discover its hidden shades, tucked within the streets and landscapes you thought you already knew.　※Find out more: https://www.instagram.com/busancity_globe/?hl=en  Correction: Photos credited to @dancheong_pic in the print edition have been credited to @cheezedonkas. We apologize for the error.
• Chuseok seen through children's eyes The Busan Children Newspaper held a contest to select the cover artwork for its autumn edition. Participants had to depict what Chuseok, Korea’s major autumn harvest holiday, means to them. Here are the five award-winning entries. From joyful family gatherings to whimsical scenes, each piece displays the warmth and festive spirit of Chuseok. [Grand Prize]Title: My Family’s Bountiful and Peaceful ChuseokArtist: Sumin Kim (3rd grader, Geoje Elementary School)Explanation:   My painting was inspired by “Irworobongdo,” a folding screen from the Joseon Dynasty, traditionally placed behind the king, symbolizing wishes for the nation's peace and prosperity and abundant harvests for the people. In the same spirit, I wanted to express my wishes for my family’s health and happiness as we celebrate Chuseok, a holiday associated with abundance and gratitude. Along with the iconic elements of Irowobongdo—the sun, moon and five peaks—I wanted to depict the abundance of the autumn harvest. My family dressed in Hanbok, traditional Korean clothing, is also featured in the painting, capturing a joyful holiday moment and highlighting the beauty of Korean traditions.   [Excellent Prize]Title: Happy Chuseok with a Spoonful of Moon Artist: Bomi Seo (6th grader, Dalsan Elementary School)Explanation:   My painting captures a happy family moment, with everyone gathered together and enjoying the Chuseok holiday. By climbing the ladder to the moon, we get ingredients for songpyeon, half-moon-shaped rice cakes traditionally enjoyed during Chuseok, and make this special holiday treat together.  [Excellent Prize]Title: Happy Chuseok Artist: Minha Kim (2nd grader, Sangdang Elementary School)Explanation:   I painted a delightful Chuseok moment with my family, with a wooden boat floating on a clear river. Since the number seven symbolizes good luck, I included seven persimmons, a classic autumn fruit.  [Participation Prize]Title: Moon Rabbit Is Showering Us with Happy Songpyeon Artist: Dayun Park (2nd grader, Gaya Elementary School)Explanation:   I imagined a special Chuseok scene, in which a moon rabbit brings happiness and smiles to my family from the huge full moon. With songpyeon and sparkling stars raining down on us, my painting captures my family smiling together and enjoying a wonderful Chuseok night.  [Participation Prize]Title: My family Travels with the Moonlight Whale on Chuseok Artist: Jiwoo Yun (6th grader, Mujeong Elementary School)Explanation:   The moonlight whale travels across Busan’s vast ocean, carrying my family’s love, hope, smiles, health and happiness. In the prosperous spirit of Chuseok, I wish happiness and all the best to every family celebrating the holiday.
• Busan hosts largest UNESCO heritage gathering ever 　The 48th session of the UNESCO World Heritage Committee, held in Busan, concluded successfully as the first edition hosted in Korea. A record 3,111 participants from 162 countries attended, the largest gathering in the committee's history. The sprawling Korea Pavilion at BEXCO drew more than 10,000 visitors daily, while merchandise sales topped 100 million won within five days.An installation inspired by the 19th-century painting "Gangsan Mujindo"(Rivers and Mountains Without End).Exhibition space inspired by "Seowon," the Confucian academies of the Joseon Dynasty.A child experiencing the "Yeongsanjae," a ritual that reenacts Buddha delivering the Lotus Sutra.Posters depicting Korea's cultural heritage.Children's drawings of Busan's national heritage.Media art combines the glow of ancient tombs with the melodies of the gayageum."Gakjajang," traditional calligraphic engraving."Geobukseon," Korea's iconic Turtle Ship.Busan Pavilion.

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