Silence in the City, Beauty in Korea: Seoul Forest Park [Photo Essay Contest]
Published: 08 Dec. 2023, 15:40
The Korea JoongAng Daily hosted its first photo essay contest for elementary, middle and high school students on the theme: “Promote the beauty of Korea to foreign countries." The contest ran from October to November. Photos containing scenes of traditional culture, family love, places to see and tasty treats in Korea were submitted for the contest.
Park Ju Seong from Daewon International Middle School won the silver prize in the middle school category for this photo essay.
Even in cities, there are spaces where you can find natural beauty. A great example of this is Seoul Forest Park, located in Seongdong District, Seoul, South Korea.
- The unique landscape of Seoul Forest Park
Seoul Forest Park is a treasure trove of calm and beauty in the middle of the city. It's a modern yet traditional piece of Korean beauty that harmoniously blends city life with nature. Feeling like a respite from the hustle and bustle of the city, Seoul Forest Park is an example of how urban life and natural landscapes can be harmonized in Korea.
Not only does the park offer a unique blend of tranquility in the middle of the city, but it also serves as a meeting point between nature and culture in the heart of a vibrant city. Experiencing Seoul Forest Park is also a great way to feel a balance of calm and vibrancy in the city. Its picturesque landscape contrasts with the noise of the modern city and symbolizes tranquility and serenity. By offering both relaxation and cultural experiences away from the trappings of city life, Seoul Forest Park introduces people to the diversity of the city and the traditional beauty of Korea at the same time.
Furthermore, the combination of the city's modern Korean-style buildings and the Korean landscape emphasizes the unique beauty of Seoul Forest Park, visually representing the coexistence of urban life and nature.
As such, Seoul Forest Park is a great example of how urban forests in South Korea can serve as an inviting place to relax and showcase their unique beauty.
- Seoul Forest Park, South Korea's Central Park
Similar to Seoul Forest Park, New York City's Central Park is an example of how nature and culture can be harmoniously combined in an urban setting. Both parks serve as places of relaxation and activity for city residents and tourists alike. They also provide an opportunity to escape the stresses of city life by combining natural beauty with urban vibrancy. These common strengths show how urban beauty in Korea and the United States have similar aspects.
By Park Ju Seong, Daewon International Middle School
with the Korea JoongAng Daily
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