The 11th Hampyeong Butterfly Festival
Introduction
The Hampyeong Butterfly Festival offers visitors the opportunity to get a close look at ecology, in particular the region’s butterflies.
During festival period, the whole of Hampyeong town is decorated with butterfly themed lights and structures. There is an experience space where visitors can see and touch a variety of animals and plants, as well as performances and street events, which have butterfly themes.
The Hampyeong festival features exhibition halls containing a large and varied collection of butterflies, insects, and water plants. The festival is an opportunity for children to learn about nature in a fun, interactive environment.
Outline
Date : April 24 ~ May 10, 2009
Place : Hampyeong Expo Park, Jullanamdo, South Korea
Transportation :
From Seoul, you should take an express bus to Hampyeong (about 4.5 hours). From the Hampyeong bus terminal, you can either walk (10 minutes) or take a taxi (5 minutes) to the Expo Park.