Yeon Deung Hoe (Lotus Lantern Festival) (연등회)

Explanation

Started approximately 1,200 years ago during the Silla dynasty and continued through the Goryeo Yeon Deung Hoe and Joseon lantern festival, the Yeon Deung Hoe Festival is a traditional festival registered as an Intangible Cultural Heritage and UNESCO Masterpiece of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity. The lanterns at Yeon Deung Hoe Festival brighten the heart and the world!

Inquiry

Jogye Order of Korean Buddhism +82-2-2011-1744~7

Homepage

www.연등회.kr

Information Use

Event Start Date : 2025년 04월 26일

Event end date : 2025년 04월 27일

Venue : Streets of Jongno, Gwanghwamun Plaza, Jogyesa Temple

Show time : 11:00-23:00

Organizer info : Jogye Order of Korean Buddhism

Contact the organizer : +82-2-2011-1744~7

Sponsor Information : Yeon Deung Hoe Preservation Committee

Sponsor Contacts : +82-2-2011-1744

Charges (Hours) : Free

More information

Introduction
Started approximately 1,200 years ago during the Silla dynasty and continued through the Goryeo Yeon Deung Hoe and Joseon lantern festival, the Yeon Deung Hoe Festival is a traditional festival registered as an Intangible Cultural Heritage and UNESCO Masterpiece of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity. The lanterns at Yeon Deung Hoe Festival brighten the heart and the world!

Programs
Exhibition of Traditional Lanterns, Eoulim Madang (Buddhist Cheer Rally), Daedong Hanmadang (Post-Parade Celebration), Traditional Cultural Events, Cultural Performances, Etc.

Location

55 Ujeongguk-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul

Directions

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