20th Anniversary of UNESCO-Listed Gangneung Dano Festival Concludes with 900,000 Visitors
Creatrip Team
a year ago
The Gangneung Dano Festival in Gangwon Province, South Korea, celebrated its 20th anniversary of being listed as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage. Held from May 27 to June 3, the event drew 900,000 people to its diverse programs combining traditional rituals like Danoje and modern arts. Highlights included exhibitions and interactive experiences that emphasized the cultural significance and history of Dano. The festival offered activities such as wearing hanbok (traditional Korean clothing), engaging in performances, and participating in communal games. These elements helped in reinforcing the festival's stature as one of Korea's representative cultural events. Efforts on sustainability and visitor convenience were notable, including safety measures and initiatives to prevent overcharging during the festival days.
