Turtle ships racing in Cheonggyecheon Stream



Celebrating the 465th anniversary of the birth of Admiral Yi Sun-Shin, a Korean naval leader who fought against the Hideyoshi Japanese maritime invasion during the Joseon Dynasty (1592-1598), various events will be held from April 23 to 28.

On Friday April 23, crafted by elementary school students, small turtle ships made of paper, wood or other recycling materials will be floating down the Cheonggyecheon Stream in Seoul. Also, the 30 most creative and well-designed turtle ships will be displayed at the Jung-gu Culture Gallery.

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