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Gossaumnori Theme Park (고싸움놀이테마파크)

Gossaumnori Theme Park (고싸움놀이테마파크) · © KTO · KOGL Type 3

Gwangju

Gossaumnori Theme Park (고싸움놀이테마파크)

Gossaumnori Theme Park is a curated attraction in Korea — full details, hours, and access info on the official Korea Tourism page.

ROOTIconic stop curated by Korea Tourism OrganizationEnglish-friendly

Why go

Gossaumnori Theme Park is the dedicated cultural park for Gossaumnori, the traditional Korean folk game from the Gwangju area where two large bamboo-and-rope "bull" structures clash heads in a spirited village contest. The game is designated UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage, and the park anchors its preservation with a small museum, full-scale display structures, and live demonstration performances on weekends in season. Visitors can also try simplified hands-on games. Best timed to a weekend demonstration; outside these the park is much quieter. Free entry. Pair with the May 18 Memorial Park and the broader Gwangju historic district for a full half day connecting folk and modern Gwangju.

Quick highlights

  • Cultural park for Gossaumnori UNESCO Intangible Heritage
  • Small museum and full-scale display structures
  • Weekend live demonstration performances in season
  • Hands-on simplified games for visitors
  • Pair with May 18 Memorial Park

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