Siheung Gaetgol Festival (시흥갯골축제)
The Siheung Gaetgol Festival is a premier ecological and cultural festival in Korea, held annually in autumn at Gaetgol Ecological Park, the only inner bay tidal flat in Siheung City, Gyeonggi Province. The festival aims to promote the beautiful natural scenery and ecological value of the gaetgol (tidal creek), offering unique experiences to local residents and tourists through a variety of cultural and artistic programs. It centers on nature-friendly activities such as ecological experiences with the diverse life found in the gaetgol, including salt-tolerant plants, fiddler crabs, and mudskippers, as well as mudflat play and gaetgol exploration. Furthermore, it showcases Siheung's cultural charm through performances, exhibitions, and hands-on booths by local artists, while also serving an educational role by raising awareness of the gaetgol's importance and the need for its preservation. The festival, unfolding against the backdrop of the changing gaetgol landscape, provides a precious opportunity to feel the shift of seasons and connect with nature, offering a memorable experience for Siheung.
| Address | 경기도 시흥시 동서로 287 (장곡동) |
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| Phone | 031-310-2920 |