{
  "id": 15710696,
  "title": "[PHOTOS] Centuries-old embers light up Haman night sky",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/20/photos-centuries-old-embers-light-up-haman-night-sky",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-20T06:42:03.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Korea Times",
    "slug": "the-korea-times",
    "url": "https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/photos/darkroom/20261020/photos-centuries-old-embers-light-up-haman-night-sky"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The 2026 Haman Nakhwa Nori, a centuries-old traditional fireworks display, illuminated the night sky over Mujinjeong Pavilion in Haman, South Gyeongsang Province, South Korea, on October 15. Translated from the Korean word \"nakhwa,\" meaning \"falling flowers,\" the event captivated visitors with its mesmerizing shower of flames.\n\nOrganized by the Korea Tourism Organization, the fireworks display was a highlight for around 1,500 Japanese tourists who made their way to the picturesque location. The event took place under the watchful eye of workers who lit the traditional fireworks, creating a spectacular display that left spectators in awe.\n\nThe 2026 Haman Nakhwa Nori was attended by both domestic and international tourists, showcasing the allure of this ancient tradition. Yonhap reported that the event attracted a significant number of Japanese travelers, with some estimates suggesting that over 1,800 Japanese visitors were drawn to Haman and Andong for this unique cultural experience.\n\nAs the fireworks illuminated the night sky, spectators seized the opportunity to capture the moment on video, preserving the memory of this centuries-old spectacle for generations to come.",
  "summary": "The 2026 Haman Nakhwa Nori takes place at Mujinjeong Pavilion in Haman, South Gyeongsang Province, Korea, Oct. 15. The traditional fireworks display gets its name from the Korean word \"nakhwa,\" meaning \"falling flowers,\" which describes the mesmerizing shower of flames. Hosted by the Korea Tourism Organization, the special event welcomed around 1,500 Japanese tourists.",
  "key_points": [
    "2026 Haman Nakhwa Nori illuminated night sky over Mujinjeong Pavilion",
    "Attracted around 1,500 Japanese tourists and 1,800 Japanese visitors",
    "Captivated spectators, with many capturing the moment on video"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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  },
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}