The Boryeong Mud Festival began in 1998 at Daecheon Beach in Boryeong, South Korea, as a project to attract tourists and revitalize the local economy. Organizers highlighted the area’s mineral-rich mud, which contains germanium, bentonite, and other elements thought to nourish skin, improve circulation, and aid minor wound recovery.
What started as a regional promotion quickly grew into a major cultural event. Visitors run, slide, and wrestle in giant mud pools, join mud marathons, play in the water park zone, and watch nighttime performances by the sea. Beyond entertainment, the festival celebrates community and Boryeong’s natural resources, transforming ordinary sediment into a symbol of local pride.
Over the years, the event has gained global recognition, drawing domestic and international visitors alike. Today, the Boryeong Mud Festival blends fun, wellness, and cultural exchange, connecting people through playful activities and a shared appreciation for the unique mud and coastal environment of Boryeong.
Saejin An For The Junior Times junior/1755743364/1613367831
1. When and where did the Boryeong Mud Festival first begin?
2. What minerals are found in Boryeong’s mud that are believed to benefit the skin?
3. What kinds of activities do visitors enjoy at the festival?
4. How has the Boryeong Mud Festival changed since it first started in 1998?
1. What kinds of activities do visitors enjoy at the festival?
2. How has the Boryeong Mud Festival changed since it first started in 1998?
3. Why do you think mud has become a symbol of pride for Boryeong?
4. When and where did the Boryeong Mud Festival first begin?
The Boryeong Mud Festival began in 1998 at Daecheon Beach in Boryeong, South Korea, as a project to attract tourists and revitalize the local economy. Organizers highlighted the area’s mineral-rich mud, which contains germanium, bentonite, and other elements thought to nourish skin, improve circulation, and aid minor wound recovery.
