Gyeongju Maraton, a Cherry Blossom Paradise!

Hello, #Running Creator

This is Runninghaeyoung. On April 6th, when the cherry blossoms were in full bloom,

I went to see the Gyeongju cherry blossoms

and arrived at the Gyeongju Bomun Tourist Complex.

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I left Seoul for Gyeongju

in the early morning by car,

so it was a very intense schedule...

Actually, I was also visiting my hometown,

so I didn't have any pressure about Gyeongju.

The course was a 21km loop from Gyeongju Bomun Lake to Hwangseong Park and back.

I didn't get any souvenirs, but they had

cherry blossom-colored t-shirts and Amino Vital.

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The date and operation were really great.

Not only were there 4 water stations during the 21km run,

but also some slight uphill and downhill sections,

and wide roads.

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There were also many cheerleaders.

Besides, I live in Gyeongju, so I know the area well.

But during cherry blossom season,

there are so many cars,

they completely close off the roads.

I was able to enjoy the romance of running through the cherry blossoms.

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The Bomun Lake loop was uphill going back,

so there were more people taking pictures.

Everyone was there to enjoy themselves, so I had a great time too.

I easily completed the race. I got a lot of great photos with the cherry blossoms.

Plus, they gave us

3 types of oat drinks, Oyes,

whipped cream bread, water, and more.

And they even added more noodles to the kimchijjigae!

They were incredibly generous!

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I've written a quick review of the Gyeongju Cherry Blossom Marathon.

If I have time next year,

I definitely want to participate again. It was a very satisfying marathon.

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For more details,

check out the #Runninghaeyoung YouTube channel. You can watch it in English and Chinese.

Please use the subtitles.

https://youtu.be/B4vu7Iq8iMo