Hangin' with Moonie's Roots in South Korea's Geoje-myeon
Restoration planned for the ancestral home of ex-President Moon Jae-in.
Situated on Geoje Island, South Gyeongsang Province, South Korea, lays Geoje-myeon - a place that's both picturesque and history-rich. And if you're a fan of former South Korean president Moon Jae-in, you'll wanna mark this spot on your travel map - it's his humble birthplace!
Once a low-key area, Geoje-myeon is steadily shaking things up, thanks to the city's plans to revamp Moon Jae-in's birthplace. The city's mission? To transform the site into a tourism hotspot that links the birthplace with other historical locales, like former president Kim Young-sam's birthplace and Jeodo's presidential villa.
The area's current state? Three connecting properties owned by different folks. But the city's already in the process of buying 'em all up, planning to turn the site into a must-visit tourist attraction. Just wait till you catch a glimpse of the breathtaking landscapes and cultural sites surrounding Geoje-myeon!
Now, let's talk about the man himself - President Moon. During his time in office, his birthplace attracted a few curious tourists, but a major development push was held back due to requests from Cheong Wa Dae. But now, with the upcoming restoration, it's sure to become a significant celebratory hub focusing on the president's heritage, while boosting tourism in the area.
But that's not all, Geoje-myeon offers more than just a peek into President Moon's past. This island beauty boasts beautiful beaches, striking mountains, and a treasure trove of historical sites. So, if you're searching for a unique blend of culture and nature in South Korea, Geoje-myeon's just the ticket!
Sources:[1] JoongAng Ilbo, "Geoje to restore Moon Jae-in's birthplace to attract tourists" - https://joongang.joins.com/article/3189925[2] JoongAng Ilbo, "Geoje purchases land around Moon Jae-in's birthplace, aims to turn it into tourist site" - https://joongang.joins.com/article/3238657[3] Korea JoongAng Daily, "Geoje City plans to restore former president Moon Jae-in's birthplace as tourist attraction" - https://koreajoongangdaily.joins.com/news/2022/03/11/2022031100611.html
- The government's plan to transform Moon Jae-in's birthplace into a tourist hotspot is creating a significant change in the politics of Geoje-myeon, South Korea.
- The city's initiative to restore Moon Jae-in's birthplace and link it with other historical locales is generating quite a buzz in the general-news, with many anticipating the revamped site to boost tourism in the region.
