The Charm of Gunsan's Malraengi Village at Night
Have you heard of Malraengi Village in Gunsan? You might have come across it at least once. This village, located near the Hirotsu House, a Japanese-style house from the 1930s and 1940s, began to take shape during the Japanese occupation when Japanese people started building homes there.
Along with Hirotsu House, Malraengi Village is undoubtedly one of the representative tourist destinations in Gunsan and Jeollabuk-do. However, the reason I visited Malraengi Village at night was to experience its night tour.
Exploring the nooks and crannies of Malraengi Village is enjoyable, but if you're visiting at night like I did, head up to 'Jeolgol 4-gil' road in the northern part of the village. The night view improvement project has been completed, making the murals you saw during the day come alive.
This is a result of the 'Gunsan New Urban Forest Nightscape Creation Project' initiated by the city of Gunsan. The project was part of a public contest aimed at utilizing Gunsan's nightscape plan and was a bold initiative by the city. The murals, which once felt a bit quiet at night, are now vibrantly expressed, enhancing the village's atmosphere.
Upon closer inspection, you can experience a mystical light environment created using beam projectors directed at the hillside-themed murals across the street. Instead of just illuminating the area, the murals come to life with motion, providing a fantastic night view.
The project has also improved pedestrian environments and has had various effects, including crime prevention and the creation of new attractions. It connects naturally to a walking path leading to Wolmyeong Park, transforming Malraengi Village into a great nighttime destination since 2023.
Now, shall we take a look at the alleys of Malraengi Village? To revisit the history of the village, it was established during the Japanese occupation and completed when refugees from the Korean War settled in areas like Haemang-dong and Sinheung-dong.
During that time, wooden planks were placed on rocks, creating a neighborhood filled with thatched roofs. The village was named 'Malraengi,' which is a Jeolla dialect meaning a hillside, reflecting its geographical features.
Additionally, there are many light-ups and murals within the alleys of Malraengi Village. There is also a tourist information center, making it a great place to visit during the day. The alleys welcome visitors with nostalgic memories of playing with friends.
It would be wonderful to bring our parents' generation here as well. The nostalgic murals and alleys feel like a time machine, taking us on a journey through time.
How did you find Malraengi Village, which is even more fun to visit at night?
With the completion of the Gunsan New Urban Forest Nightscape Creation Project, Malraengi Village has become a fascinating tourist attraction at any time. If you are planning a trip to Gunsan, consider visiting Malraengi Village at night for a more meaningful and heartwarming experience.
Source :https://blog.naver.com/jbgokr/224189342049
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