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| Expo 2012 Yeosu Official Opening |
The Australian pavilion has won popular appraisal from
visitors who are warmly welcomed by ‘Alpy’ the mascot, an Australian little
penguin. The theme of the Australian pavilion is ‘In Harmony with the
Ocean’ where visitors can learn and enjoy many aspects of Australia’s
high environmental, scientific and technical capabilities in marine
conservation and its commitment to sustainable development of our vast natural
resources.
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| The Australian pavilion |
The ‘Big O’ is the place to enjoy the beautiful fountain
show that features the world’s first hologram video technology. The ‘Big
O’ is an oval shaped steel structure that has an enclosed water screen that
shows videos, while the outer rim is installed with devices that produce water
jets, mist, flames, lights, lasers etc.
The Expo Digital Gallery is where Korea’s world first digital
technology shines, a giant LED display covers the entire ceiling and walls of
the main street of the Expo site. Through diverse exhibitions, the
Digital Gallery aims to highlight the importance of nature to humanity.
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| The ‘Big O’ |
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The Korean pavilion built in the shape of a ‘taeguk’ or
yin-yang symbol features an exhibition hall showcasing various media
presentations using digital and analogue technologies and a media hall showing
films about the future of Korea’s
role in the global marine industry.
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| The Aquarium/Marine Life Pavilion |
The Marine Life Pavilion allows visitors to interact with
sharks, stingrays, sea turtles, jellyfish and more. The Eco-Terrarium
simulates the ecological features of the Amazon. The pavilion also houses
a mudflat ecosystem centre and a 4D submarine simulator to explore the aquatic
life 6,000 metres under water.
There are a total of 106 participating countries in the
International Pavilion which is divided into five sections each named after the
earth’s five oceans. The Australian Pavilion is located here. This
pavilion also features a second floor restaurant hall serving and selling
specialty dishes from around the world.
The Expo Hall showcases diverse cultural performances where
visitors to the country will be able to enjoy Korea’s traditional music and dance
performances. Also there are five themed Expo Plazas which have daily
entertainment and events to enjoy.
The Corporate Pavilion depicts the future of the
shipbuilding, marine, IT and green-growth industries. It is comprised of
seven individual company pavilions representing GS, Hyundai Motor, LG, Lotte, Samsung, SK
and POSCO.
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| The Energy Park |
A big drawcard for visitors to the event is the many K-POP
Concerts being held at Expo 2012 Yeosu over the next two and half months.
The line-up includes some of Korea’s
biggest stars such as Wonder Girls, BEAST, SHINee, 2AM, Miss A, Super Junior
and MBLAQ.
A Hallyu (Korean wave) concert scheduled for June 9 and
sponsored by Korea Tourism Organization will include BEAST, Jay Park, A Pink,
BTOB. Big Wave concerts will be held on June 15, 19, 26, July 5, 21 and
on August 11 prior to the Expo closing on August 12.
Many other K-POP concerts are being held from now until
close of the Expo on August 12, the best way to check the latest
schedule of upcoming events is via the official Expo 2012 Yeosu website: http://eng.expo2012.kr
A standard one day pass to Expo 2012 costs 33,000 Korean won
for adults (approx. A$28) and children/Seniors 19,000 Korean won (approx.
A$15.80) Tickets can be purchased online on the Expo 2012
website.
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| The Expo Hall |
Contact: CTS Tours by email: ctstours@chinatravel.com.au
Website: http://www.chinatravel.com.au
Legend Asia have a three day/2night package from Seoul to
Yeosu starting at $380 per person twin share including return KTX train to
Gwangju, free shuttle bus from Gwangju to Yeosu, two nights accomodation with
daily breakfasts and Expo admission for two days.
Further information: Legend Asia
Email: bookings@legendasia.com.au
Website: www.legendasia.com.au
Lotte Travel have three day land only packages from
Seoul-Yeosu including return KTX and accommodation from Seoul for $329 per
person twin share depending on accommodation choice. Packages with return
airfare to Korea
starts from $1,599 till 17 June.
Website: Lotte Travel www.lottetravel.com.au
Email: info@lottetravel.com.aU
Smile Travel also have a three day/2nights package from $299
per person twin share including staying in either Suncheon or Gwangju nearby
the Expo, return KTX from Seoul and free shuttle to Expo site. More information: Smile Travel Email: smiletravelcity@yahoo.com.au
Website: http://www.smiletravel.com.au
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| Expo 2012 Yeosu |
Email: visitkorea@knto.org.au
Phone: 02)9252-1717
Official travel website for Korea: www.visitkorea.or.kr
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