Towards Paradise (낙원으로) - Sockcho, Korea - Figurative Public Sculpture on Waymarking.com

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This larger than life bronze sculpture by artist Oh Sang-Uk represents a man and woman holding while running full stride towards paradise with there arms stretching forward.




낙원으로
1999 년
오상욱

한쌍의 남녀가 손을 맞잡고
낙원을 향하여 역동적으로
뛰어가는 모습


Towards Paradise
1999
Oh Sang-Uk

A man and woman holding hands,
running energetically towards paradise

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There are almost thirty sculptures in this park, most of them dating from 1991 when the 17th World Scouting Jamboree was held here. Visitors arriving from the south on Route 7 along Korea's scenic eastern coast are greeted with this charming park, also known locally as Haemaji Park. A walk along the shore path can be romantic, and traditional diving women may be seen offshore. And there is the mermaid lovers statue on the rocks with its tales of romance. Early risers will be treated to spectacular sunrises.

Or, one can stroll through "Lover's Lane" among more than two dozen sculptures from the abstract to the powerful statements of the yearning for reunification of this divided nation. In the center of the park is an amphitheater for outdoor performances, including weekend performances during July and August.

Sokcho regards itself as the gateway to the legendary mountains of Seoraksan National Park, especially striking in the autumn with views from its peaks across to the north.

Name or use 'Unknown' if not known: Towards Paradise Figure Type: Human Artist Name or use 'Unknown' if not known: Oh Sang-Uk Date created or placed or use 'Unknown' if not known: 1999 Materials used: Bronze Location: Seorak Sunrise Park, Sokcho, Korea

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