Yeoncheon National Cemetery to Begin Operations in January 2028 with Investment of 129.8 Billion Won

en.Wedoany.com Reported - Following the Seoul National Cemetery and Daejeon National Cemetery, South Korea's third national cemetery, the Yeoncheon National Cemetery, will begin operations in January 2028. Located in Daegwang-ri, Sinseo-myeon, Yeoncheon County, the project covers a total area of 939,200 square meters and plans to include 25,000 columbarium niches, 20,000 urn wall niches, and 5,000 natural burial sites, totaling 50,000 units.

Yeoncheon County announced on the 5th that the total investment for the project is 129.8 billion won, with construction beginning in April last year. Currently, about 30% of the work has been completed, and the project is expected to be finished by autumn next year. The Ministry of Patriots and Veterans Affairs plans to officially commence operations in January 2028 after a preparatory phase. A Yeoncheon County official stated that once the cemetery is operational, it is expected to attract over 1 million visitors annually, contributing to the local economy. The county government will provide administrative support for the smooth progress of the project and promote regional revitalization projects such as road extensions.

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