PHOTOS: Media art bathes Gyeongju's historic sites for APEC

Media art utilizing Cheomseongdae Observatory/ Yonhap
SEOUL, October 29 (AJP) - The Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Summit in Gyeongju is providing a unique backdrop for global leaders, with the host city leveraging its ancient heritage to deliver a striking cultural experience.

As delegates gather, the historic heart of Gyeongju is being transformed nightly into an outdoor art gallery, blending tradition with cutting-edge technology.

The ancient Daereungwon Tomb Complex and the iconic Cheomseongdae Observatory are the centerpieces of spectacular evening showcases.

Various media art and grand media facade performances are lighting up the historic sites nightly. The stunning visual displays are free to the public and run from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. until Nov. 16.

The Gyeongju National Museum is also hosting a once-in-a-lifetime exhibition. To mark the museum's 80th anniversary, a special exhibit has brought together six Silla-era ancient gold crowns in a single location for the first time. The crowns represent a dazzling look into the power and artistry of the ancient Silla Kingdom.
 Media art utilizing Cheomseongdae Observatory/ Yonhap Media art utilizing Cheomseongdae Observatory/ Yonhap Media art utilizing the ancient Daereungwon tombs/ Yonhap Media art utilizing the ancient Daereungwon tombs/ Yonhap A special exhibit of Silla-era gold crowns at the Gyeongju National Museum/ Yonhap
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