BTS named 'honorary guests' of Bogota ahead of Latin America tour kickoff
Global K-pop phenomenon BTS has been designated "honorary guests" of Bogota, an official honor recognizing the group's contribution to culture and youth influence, ahead of the start of its Latin American tour, the group's label said Friday. BigHit Music said the title was conferred by the mayor of Bogota, the capital of Colombia, on the septet for helping raise the international profile of…
K-pop sensation BTS has been bestowed with the prestigious honor of honorary guests in Bogota, Colombia, in preparation for the launch of its Latin American tour, according to a statement from the group's label, BigHit Music. The mayor of Bogota, the capital city of Colombia, bestows this title upon the septet for their significant contributions to promoting Korean music and culture globally since their debut in 2013, and for influencing younger generations.
The recognition is awarded to distinguished visitors who have positively impacted citizens' welfare or urban development across various domains, including politics, public service, the arts, sports, science, and education. The Latin American segment of BTS's "Arirang" world tour is scheduled to commence with two performances at the Estadio Nemesio Camacho El Campin, also known as El Campin, in Bogota on Friday and Saturday (Colombian time).
City officials anticipate that the concerts, marking the group's first full-group show in the country, will bring about a substantial economic uplift. The Bogota tourism organization estimates that tourists spending on the event will be significant.
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