Symbol of resilience, persistence, integrity, and abundance Native throughout Korea with famous azalea communities at Jiri Mountain's Baraebong (Baraebong, Bonghwasan, Azalea Festival) Widely beloved among the people Have been used in expressions of love by young couples and as ingredients in traditional rice cakes and liquors.

Represents prosperity, harmony, mutual aid, and virtue Commonly planted for ornamental purposes in arbors, pavilions, and gardens (known for its graceful form and beautiful forests) Noted for its tenacious vitality and long summer blooming period (also known as ‘hundred days' red’) Flower roads along Chunhyang-ro and riverside roads are made with this tree, which grows throughout the city

Herald of spring Symbolic of bringing news from the South (abroad) and striving for global excellence as the fastest flying bird. Represents the birthplace of the ‘Heungbu and Nolbu’ folk tale Symbolizes our region’s kind-heartedness and healthy customs