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Seoul light festival draws 300,000 visitors to Nodeul Island

A glowing laser-and-art spectacle on Nodeul Island has drawn nearly 300,000 visitors in its first week alone, turning an island in the middle of Seoul’s Han River into one of Asia’s most captivating nighttime destinations this autumn. The Seoul Metropolitan Government said Thursday that about 299,000 people attended from the opening through Monday, as families, couples and international visitors…

Seoul light festival draws 300,000 visitors to Nodeul Island

A spectacular laser-and-art display on Nodeul Island has attracted nearly 300,000 visitors in its first week, transforming the island in the middle of Seoul's Han River into one of Asia's most enchanting nighttime attractions this autumn. The Seoul Metropolitan Government announced on Thursday that around 299,000 people attended from the opening through Monday, as families, couples, and international visitors gathered to admire the light installations lining the Han River.

Now in its fourth year, the festival continues through October 11, merging media art with the island's riverside scenery and offering a variety of performances, exhibitions, and interactive programs. One of the star attractions is "Firmamento" by Italian artist duo Quiet Ensemble, which is debuting in Asia and employs lasers projected onto a 30-meter-by-10-meter structure to create the illusion of a star-filled sky.

Taiwanese artist AKA Chang presents "Multimmersion" and "PAMUN" on barges along the river, integrating water and wind into installations that encourage moments of contemplative observation. Other highlights include illuminated willow trees and other creative displays that illuminate the night sky, making Nodeul Island a must-see destination for those seeking a unique and captivating experience in the heart of Seoul.

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