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Guardians of Jinju

Guardians of Jinju Ended

Oct 3, 2026 – Oct 18, 2026 · Gyeongnam

Heritage & Traditional

This festival has ended — many return annually, so it may come back next year. See current festivals in Gyeongnam or plan around your dates.
DatesOct 3, 2026 – Oct 18, 2026
VenueJinjuseong Fortress
Address287 Gangnam-ro, Jinju-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
Admission5,000 won
Hours13:00-21:00

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About

Guardians of Jinju is a mission-based tour set around Jinjuseong Fortress and the Jinju Battle History Culture Park. Participants can enjoy the content simply by accessing a web-based platform, without having to install a separate app, and move between designated locations within Jinjuseong Fortress and the Jinju Battle History Culture Park to complete missions. The content consists of a three-part series. Part 1 features story-driven missions based on historical events that took place at Jinjuseong Fortress. Part 2 takes the form of a mystery, with the story unfolding around three characters

Part 3 is designed around a fantasy concept and will be available in both Korean and English. Participants collect clues throughout the tour to complete a final sentence. The event takes place at night in conjunction with the Jinju Namgang Yudeung Festival, allowing participants to experience the missions against the backdrop of Jinjuseong Fortress illuminated by lights and lanterns. The tour begins at the lawn plaza inside Gongbukmun Gate of Jinjuseong Fortress. Participants who complete the missions can receive a commemorative souvenir.

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