Autumn is almost over and winter is coming, but there are still many fun festivals everywhere around Hwaseong Fortress. In this issue, Pharos has covered the three most famous autumn festivals in Suwon.

 1. Media Art Suwon Hwaseong 

(1)Date: 9/28 (SAT) ~ 10/20 (SUN)

(2)Location: Hwaseo Gate ~ Jangan Gate

(3)Content: You can see beautiful pictures drawn on the wall with light.

'The harmony of light in Hwaseo Gate '

'There are many participation of foreign writers who designed videos on the wall. '

'The festival of lights in Jangan Gate'

‘There are many people who enjoy the silent DJ show.’

 2. Suwon Hwaseong Cultural Festival 

(1)Date: 10/4 (FRI) ~ 10/6 (SUN)

(2)Location: Inside of Hwaseong Fortress

(3)Content: An annual cultural and artistic event that is celebrating its 61st anniversary

‘A history quiz contest for children inspired by King Jeongjo’s philosophy of recruiting government employees regardless of their social class.’ 

'Samulnori is being held on the street.'

‘The signature performance inspired by Nakseongyeon, a banquet held by King Jeongjo to celebrate the construction of Suwon Hwaseong Fortress.’ 

 3. King Jeong-Jo’s Royal Parade 

(1)Date: 10/6 (SUN)

(2)Location: Changdeokgung, Seoul ~ Hwaseong Fortress ~ Yungneung, Hwaseong

(3)Content: The Parade Festival reproducing King Jeong-Jo’s large scale march for 8 days in 1795

‘A street performance march is taking place ahead of the street march.’ 

‘Hyegyeonggung Hong, King Jeongjo's mother, is presenting herself.'

‘King Jeongjo is appearing.’ 

81st Cub Reporter • CHOI MIN SEOP • choi2005120@gmail.com