(Changwon=Yonhap News) Reporter Kim Sun-kyung = On the 19th, it was announced that the "24th Changwon Persimmon Festival" will be held for two days starting on the 25th at the Changwon Persimmon Theme Park in Changwon, Gyeongnam.
This festival is organized to promote the value and excellence of Changwon persimmons, which are produced in Changwon, a major persimmon distribution area.
During the festival, events such as persimmon tasting sessions, experience programs themed around persimmons, magic bubble shows, persimmon concerts with local singers, and busking performances will be held.
Changwon persimmons boast the highest production volume in the nation and are designated as the 17th National Important Agricultural Heritage and the 117th Geographical Indication.