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Tongyeong Hansan Battle Festival (통영한산대첩축제) · © KTO · KOGL Type 3
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Tongyeong Hansan Battle Festival (통영한산대첩축제)
Tongyeong Hansan Battle Festival is a seasonal festival in Korea — check official dates and program before you visit.
Why go
The Tongyeong Hansan Battle Festival commemorates the historic naval victory of Admiral Yi Sun-sin during the Imjin War. Held annually in Tongyeong, a coastal city in South Gyeongsangbuk Province, the festival celebrates Korea's maritime heritage and military history. Visitors experience reenactments of the battle, traditional performances, and exhibitions documenting the strategic naval engagement. The event draws history enthusiasts and cultural tourists interested in Korea's 16th-century resistance against invasion.
Quick highlights
- Historic naval battle reenactments with traditional costumes and formations
- Admiral Yi Sun-sin's legacy honored through exhibitions and ceremonies
- Traditional Korean performances and cultural displays throughout festival
- Educational opportunities about Imjin War and maritime history
- Coastal Tongyeong setting with harbor views during celebrations
FAQ
When does Tongyeong Hansan Battle Festival (통영한산대첩축제) take place?
Tongyeong Hansan Battle Festival (통영한산대첩축제) runs August 12, 2026 – August 16, 2026 at Area of Hansan Daecheop Square and Tongyeong-si.
Who hosts Tongyeong Hansan Battle Festival (통영한산대첩축제)?
Hosted by Tongyeong Hansan Battle Cultural Foundation · +82-55-646-1592.
Is Tongyeong Hansan Battle Festival (통영한산대첩축제) free to attend?
Free
Where can I find more information about Tongyeong Hansan Battle Festival (통영한산대첩축제)?
Visit the official website: http://www.hansanf.org/
Where is Tongyeong Hansan Battle Festival (통영한산대첩축제) located?
267 Tongyeonghaean-ro, Tongyeong-si, Gyeongsangnam-do