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Domoheon Media Façade Exhibition

 Through the end of February, Domoheon invites visitors to experience the allure of splendid illumination and captivating visuals. The Domoheon Media Façade Exhibition takes place every Saturday at 6:30 p.m. at the tranquil Sosopung Garden, Busan’s first living garden and one of the venue’s signature attractions.Under the theme “Memories, Transformation and Harmony of Domoheon,” the exhibition projects vibrant video works onto the building’s exterior. By creatively blending the boundaries of light, visual imagery and music, it offers a fresh, multisensory cultural experience that goes beyond conventional nighttime lighting. By imprinting new perspectives on the former mayor’s residency and infusing it with cultural value, the building itself has evolved into a piece of cultural content. There are high expectations that Domoheon and its surroundings will expand their identity as a nighttime cultural landmark in the heart of Busan. The show features approximately 10 minutes of media content, screened three times consecutively. Although the outdoor show ends at 7 p.m., a variety of engaging programs follow immediately at the Dahal Lecture Hall in the main building. Visitors can stay warm and cozy indoors while enjoying festive cultural programs, including music performances, magic shows and recreational activities. Please note that programs may vary by date.The admission to the exhibition is free. Although pre-registration is already closed, on-site admission is still available on a first-come, first-served basis. For more details, please visit the Domoheon website at the link below. ※ 2026 Domoheon Media Facade Exhibition Event◎ Address: 60 Hwangnyeongsan-ro 7beon-gil, Suyeong-gu◎ Schedule: Every Saturday until the end of February, 6:30 p.m.◎ Admission: Free ◎ Website: busan.go.kr/domoheon◎ Naver Map: https://naver.me/xv3DdPZj<Today's Vocabulary - 오늘의 단어>Façade: 외관, 정면, 겉모습  tranquil: 고요한, 평온한  conventional: 전통적인, 관습적인  consecutively: 연속해서, 잇따라Editor: Song SoomiCopy Editors: Ryu Hyoseung, Anton J. Mapoy

Astronomical Observations at Geumnyeonsan Youth Training Institute in 2026

Astronomical Observations at Geumnyeonsan Youth Training Institute in 2026The Geumnyeonsan Youth Training Institute is set to host public observatory sessions where participants can take in the celestial sky. The observatory is open on the second and fourth Saturdays every month from February through November, 7:30 p.m.-10:00 p.m.※ The schedule is subject to change in light of internal programming or the city’s fireworks festival. Admission is free, except for the planetarium.Annual ScheduleFebruary 7, 21; March 14, 28; April 11, 25; May 9, 23; June 13, 27; July 11, 25; August 8, 22; September 5, 19; October 10, 24; November 14, 28Regular Saturday events are usually held on the 2nd and 4th weeks of each month. However, in February and September, the schedule is adjusted to the 1st and 3rd Saturdays due to holidays.In October, dates may vary depending on the Geumnyeonsan Festival, with prior notice on the institute’s website.The observatory offers:△ Star and planet gazing△ Interactive space science learning with visuals△ Constellation talks and guides△ Astronomy lectures.Most programs, including astronomy discoveries, can be joined at no cost anytime between 7:30 p.m. and 10:00 p.m. No reservation is needed.The 53-seat planetarium, featuring a 9-meter dome screen and a state-of-the-art digital projection system, presents educational and entertaining shows about the wonders of the universe throughout the year. The ticket price is 2,000 won for children and youth, and 3,000 won for adults.In addition to the moon, stars, and planets, Busan’s stunning nightscape is also part of the exploration.How to Get ThereMetro: Line 2 → Geumnyeonsan Station, Exit 6Bus: 20, 38, 39, 40, 51, 83, 83-1, 108, 131, 155, 1003 → Geumnyeonsan Youth Training Institute stop, 15-minute walkParking: PaidBecause successful viewings require favorable weather conditions, the observatory will close on cloudy or rainy evenings. The indoor planetarium operates without interruption.F

Busan Applies QR System and Conducts Field Reviews to Flag Lodging Overpricing

Busan Applies QR System and Conducts Field Reviews to Flag Lodging Overpricing□ In anticipation of the BTS World Tour being held for the first time in nearly four years, Busan will expand efforts to accept online complaints and perform on-site checks through its QR overcharging reporting system to prevent improper practices at hotels and guesthouses.○ The QR reporting tool allows domestic and international travelers to simply scan a QR code and immediately file any issues they encounter. The Korea Tourism Organization (Phone: 1330) then transfers claims to the responsible municipalities and partner agencies.○ Initiated by the Ministry of Culture, Sports Tourism in October 2025, it is currently featured on the city’s website banner. Last November, Busan distributed promotional stickers and posters and began active outreach via local gu and gun offices as well as the Busan Tourism Association.□ Starting this week, joint teams from gus, guns, and the city will assess identified establishments, verify compliance by operators, and provide guidance where necessary.○ Gu and gun offices regularly monitor tourist facilities. Cases of suspected excessive charging and failure to meet advertised conditions are reflected in ratings.□ Going forward, Busan plans to convene meetings with concerned entities to examine the tourism landscape and discuss steps to tackle exorbitant price increases.□ Once the venue is finalized, in order to allocate reservations more evenly, Busan will post recommended neighborhoods with good access to the concert hall and public transportation on its official social media channels.□ Mayor Park Hyung-joon noted, “With the goal of welcoming five million inbound visitors soon, we will strive to ensure that people coming to Busan can create lasting memories and want to stay even longer in the city. I believe the QR overcharging reporting system and in-person co-inspection initiatives can contribute to addressing unreasonable accommodatio