Festival brings taste of rural coastal life to Seoulites

by Yoo Na-hyun Posted : May 11, 2026, 17:28Updated : May 11, 2026, 17:28
People participate in a fishing village experience program during the 2026 Returning to Fishing Villages and Coastal Tourism Fair at Gwanghwamun Square in Seoul on May 11 2026 AJP Yoo Na-hyun
A woman poses for a photo at a fishing village-themed festival in Gwanghwamun, central Seoul on May 11, 2026. AJP Yoo Na-hyun
SEOUL, May 11 (AJP) - A fishing village-themed festival kicked off on Monday at Gwanghwamun Square, offering city residents a taste of coastal life and a glimpse into rural relocation opportunities.

Hosted by the Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries and the Korea Fisheries Infrastructure Public Agency, the three-day festival provides information for those interested in relocating to fishing villages, along with details on government policies, support programs, and fisheries-related job opportunities.

Visitors can get consultations and learn more through dedicated booths. They can also take part in various hands-on programs and events featuring residents who have relocated to fishing villages. Additional activities include seafood tasting events and meditation programs inspired by coastal life.

The festival runs daily from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. at Gwanghwamun Square in Seoul until Wednesday.
The 2026 Returning to Fishing Villages and Coastal Tourism Fair is held at Gwanghwamun Square in Seoul on May 11 2026 AJP Yoo Na-hyun
Visitors look around a fishing village-themed festival in Gwanghwamun, central Seoul on May 11, 2026. AJP Yoo Na-hyun
People participate in a fishing village experience program during the 2026 Returning to Fishing Villages and Coastal Tourism Fair at Gwanghwamun Square in Seoul on May 11 2026 AJP Yoo Na-hyun
Visitors look around a fishing village-themed festival in Gwanghwamun, central Seoul on May 11, 2026. AJP Yoo Na-hyun
The 2026 Returning to Fishing Villages and Coastal Tourism Fair is held at Gwanghwamun Square in Seoul on May 11 2026 AJP Yoo Na-hyun
Visitors look around a fishing village-themed festival in Gwanghwamun, central Seoul on May 11, 2026. AJP Yoo Na-hyun
The 2026 Returning to Fishing Villages and Coastal Tourism Fair is held at Gwanghwamun Square in Seoul on May 11 2026 AJP Yoo Na-hyun
Visitors look around a fishing village-themed festival in Gwanghwamun, central Seoul on May 11, 2026. AJP Yoo Na-hyun
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