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The 2025 Guri Cosmos Festival, held at Guri Hangang Park from September 26th to 28th. As I visited early on the opening day, the atmosphere was relatively quiet and calm.
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At the entrance, food stalls and vendor booths were set up, ready to welcome visitors.
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As I entered the performance area, a performance of 'Guri Beolmal Dari Bapgi,' a traditional folk game of Guri City, was in full swing.
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'Guri Beolmal Dari Bapgi' is a traditional folk play passed down in the Guri region. It originated from a ritual performed on Daeboreum (the first full moon of the lunar year), where people would step on bridges to wish for the village's peace and a bountiful harvest. Today, it is showcased as one of the representative cultural programs of Guri City.
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Moving further into the venue, a small field of cosmos swaying in the gentle breeze caught my eye. Although modest in size, it offered a delightful preview of the festival vibe before reaching the main flower complex.
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On one side of the field, there was a small photo zone decorated with colorful chrysanthemums. With its charming atmosphere, it was the perfect spot to pause for a photo.
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Food trucks were stationed next to the scenic area, adding convenience and liveliness to the festival grounds.
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I followed the signs pointing to the 'Way to the Large Cosmos Complex.'
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The ‘Cosmos Tour Train,’ which transports visitors to the main flower complex, was in operation. I was pleasantly surprised to find that, unlike at many other tourist sites, this service was free of charge.
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A temporary village bus stop was set up at the entrance road. Thanks to extended bus routes improving accessibility during the festival, reaching the cosmos complex was very convenient.
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Shuttle buses running between the main venue and the large cosmos complex were also busy transporting visitors.
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Finally, I arrived at the large cosmos complex. Beyond the flower fields, the magnificent Godeok Topyeong Bridge came into view.
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Although not yet at peak bloom, the sheer number of planted flowers made the vast field look full with just those that had opened.
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Within the complex, the yellow cosmos (sulphur cosmos) had bloomed earlier than other varieties, showing off their brilliance.
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A landscape filled with vibrant yellow cosmos.
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The postcard photo zone, which has kept its spot for several years, continuing to gift memories to visitors.
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The pink waves filling my view seemed to be trying to hold onto the fleeting autumn season.
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By this weekend, this vast field will likely be brimming with life, filled with fully bloomed cosmos and the laughter of visitors.
