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Spring has finally arrived in South Korea, bringing in a new wave of hope amid the prolonged COVID-19 pandemic. After a gloomy year of the pandemic, the city of Seoul is joining efforts to bring comfort to the people by decorating colorful scenery with flowers all throughout the city.
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As the spring weather warms up the nation, workers plant flowers with aspirations for a better, brighter season.
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Exhausted from being cooped up inside during strong quarantine measures, residents peek outdoors to enjoy spring activities -- with masks firmly in place. Some walk the streets of Maehwa Village, admiring the blooming flowers, while others enjoy the unique experience of riding bicycles up in the air.
(Photos: Yonhap)
By Gha Hee sun (
lizka98@heraldcorp.com)