Geumsan World Insam Festival (금산세계인삼축제)

Explanation

The Geumsan World K-Insam Festival is a well-being event that promotes the excellence of ginseng, an herb that strengthens the immune system against cancer and other diseases. Visitors can take part in health-related programs, including the red ginseng foot bath, Korean medicine therapy, and traditional massage at the Health Experience Hall. Visitors can also try foods made with ginseng and check out the various shapes that the medicinal plant comes in and its uses, including makgeolli (unrefined rice wine) and fries. There are booths for a wide variety of activities, such as ginseng harvesting and ginseng art, as well as performances that introduce Geumsan’s culture and traditions. Geumsan ginseng can also be purchased at a cheaper price at the festival’s market, and its goods can be received directly from within the county.

◎ Geumsan Ginseng
Geumsan Insam Herbal Medicine Market deals with 80% of Korea’s total ginseng production.

Inquiry

Geumsan-gun +82-41-750-2319

Homepage

www.insamfestival.co.kr

Information Use

Event Start Date : 2025년 09월 19일

Event end date : 2025년 09월 28일

Venue : Area of Geumsan World Insam Expo Square and Insam Herbal Medicine Market

Show time : 10:00-22:00

Organizer info : Geumsan-gun

Contact the organizer : +82-41-750-2319

Sponsor Information : Geumsan Culture, Tourism and Festival Foundation

Sponsor Contacts : +82-41-750-2306

Charges (Hours) : Free (fees may apply to certain programs)

More information

Introduction
The Geumsan World K-Insam Festival is a well-being event that promotes the excellence of ginseng, an herb that strengthens the immune system against cancer and other diseases. Visitors can take part in health-related programs, including the red ginseng foot bath, Korean medicine therapy, and traditional massage at the Health Experience Hall. Visitors can also try foods made with ginseng and check out the various shapes that the medicinal plant comes in and its uses, including makgeolli (unrefined rice wine) and fries. There are booths for a wide variety of activities, such as ginseng harvesting and ginseng art, as well as performances that introduce Geumsan’s culture and traditions. Geumsan ginseng can also be purchased at a cheaper price at the festival’s market, and its goods can be received directly from within the county.

◎ Geumsan Ginseng
Geumsan Insam Herbal Medicine Market deals with 80% of Korea’s total ginseng production.

Programs
Ginseng pack massage experience, ginseng harvest experience, ginseng art experience, international insam trade fair, etc.