
MiSu Park
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Marathon Events Of Gyeongju
This story is about two annual marathon events of Gyeongju. Gyeongju wanted to hold marathon event for all kinds of people, but only Cherry Blossom Marathon was held for amateurs. “The Cherry Blossom Marathon has been held each year in Gyeongju since 1992, usually in April, to improve relations with Japan (a country with a long history of marathon running)” (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gyeongju). Many people participated in that event even foreigners. “The race, mainly sponsored by Gyeongju city and the district, attracted 13,600 participants in 2009 including about 1,600 foreigners” (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gyeongju). So, Gyeongju held a marathon every October Gyeongju International Marathon since 2007, and some professional runners compete to be the winner. Then, Gyeongju became famous for two annual marathon events, and when spring, or fall comes people visit my hometown to join in the marathon. Thanks to two events, all kinds of people enjoy the marathon. As I am from Gyeongju, I am proud of holding two marathon events. I also think some of Gyeongju citizens are healthier than before.
My Experience In Cherry Blossom Marathon Event
I would like to tell you about my experience in Cherry Blossom Marathon event. I have watched the race with my family because my uncle participated in that event every year. We have seen many runners that raced very hard, have eaten gimbab in Hwangseong park and have cheered my uncle passionately. The marathon helped my family be together, so I was very happy. I also wanted to join in that event.
Reference
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gyeongju








