Seoul
Yeondeunghoe Lotus Lantern Festival (UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage)
Zuletzt veranstaltet: 2026-05-08 ~ 2026-05-10
Jongno Avenue, Jogyesa Temple & Cheonggyecheon, SeoulDiese Ausgabe endete am 2026-05-10. Die Termine der nächsten Ausgabe sind hier noch nicht eingetragen; prüfen Sie vor der Reiseplanung die Angaben des Veranstalters.
Event Highlights & Description
A 1,200-year-old Buddhist celebration inscribed on the UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage list. Over 100,000 participants parade along Jongno holding illuminated handmade paper lanterns shaped like lotus blossoms, dragons, peacocks, and white elephants, culminating in a joyful street confetti celebration (Daedongnori). Outdoor parade viewing is completely free; free international visitor grandstand seating is available via advance reservation.
Festival Quick Facts
Zuletzt veranstaltet
2026-05-08 ~ 2026-05-10
Location Venue
Jongno Avenue, Jogyesa Temple & Cheonggyecheon, Seoul
Organizer
Yeondeunghoe Safeguarding Committee (Jogye Order)
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