This is where the volcano erupted in 1996. It is famous for Obama and Unzen hot springs, attracting 4.2 million tourists annually. There is a Unzen-Amakusa National Park here.
Cherry Blossom Festival (March). Obama Hot Spring Festival(April), Natural Park Competition(August)
Exchange activities
Participating in commemorative events (10th anniversary of sisterhood relationship, etc.)
Participating in various cultural events (Gurye-gun Cornelian Cherry Festival)
Promotion of youth visits between sister cities
2) Chizhou City, Anhui Province, China
Sistership : November 5, 2003
Regional characteristics
Jiu Hua Mountain-one of the four major Buddhist sanctuaries in China, Gu Niu Jiang- National Wildlife Reserve, Lake Sheng Jin-National Wetland Reserve.
Designated Cultural Festival & Jiu Hua Mountain Ritual Ceremony (Lunar calendar July 30 every year.)
Exchange history
Dispatch exchange officials (Gurye-gun ↔ Chi zhou city)
Participation in celebrations (14th anniversary of sisterhood, etc.)
