Fireworks Light Up Seoul as 1 Million Gather at Han River


Seoul: An annual international fireworks festival lit up the skies over Seoul on Saturday, drawing about 1 million spectators amid heavy traffic controls and public safety measures. Held under the theme “Light Up Together,” the Seoul International Fireworks Festival showcased performances by teams from South Korea, Italy and Canada at Han River Park in Yeouido.



According to Yonhap News Agency, Italy’s Fiat Lux and Canada’s Super-Heros opened the show, followed by the Korean team, which launched hundreds of fireworks synchronized with “Golden,” a soundtrack from the global hit animation “KPop Demon Hunters.” The vibrant display captivated attendees, making the event a visual feast for all present.



To manage the massive crowd, Seoul police deployed some 3,400 officers around the venue and used aerial monitoring equipment near Yeouinaru Station to track congestion. These measures were crucial in ensuring the safety and smooth flow of the large number of spectators gathered to witness the event.



Trains on Subway Line 5 skipped Yeouinaru Station for about three hours during the event to further ease congestion and facilitate the movement of the crowd. The coordination of public transport and security highlighted the city’s commitment to hosting large-scale events successfully.