Gwangju's flagship landmark, the Citizens Democracy park commemorates the death of civilians dedicated to free Korea of tyrannical rule. On May 5th, 1981 more than 100 students and citizens of Gwangju were killed during protest of the, then, overbearing Korean government. The landmark cements the powerful ideals of the citizens of Gwangju and thus is revered as a sacred place.
Our visit however, was less than reverent.
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