'Han River Fever' Seoul Outdoor Library Reading Outing 'Bookjeok'

[Anchor]
The interest in Han Kang, the first Asian woman to receive the Nobel Prize in Literature, is explosive.

On the Internet, there is also a content that helps the author Han Kang select which book to read first,
Thanks to this atmosphere, there are many citizens who came out to read books in Gwanghwamun Bookyard today.

There is a YTN issue reporter on the scene. Reporter Lee Minjae!

A reading event is being held in Gwanghwamun, and a lot of citizens came.

[Reporter]
Interest in reading is increasing as writer Han Kang recently won the Nobel Prize for Literature.
On the weekend of
, citizens who want to go out to read are visiting Gwanghwamun.

First, let's listen to the stories of citizens who visited here with their friends.

[Lee So-yul and Jeong Si-yeon / Namyangju City, Gyeonggi Province: It feels good, the weather is good, and it's good to read books... I feel like a lot of people are gathered today, and I'm so happy that it's cool. I was busy taking exams, but I think it's great to be able to enjoy my time after a long time.]

Outdoor library operation began at 11 a.m. here at Gwanghwamun Square.

Thanks to the cool autumn weather, citizens were seen visiting the square early on to read books in a good place.

This place is full of chairs where you can sit or lie down and read books comfortably.

The view of the outdoor library with Bukaksan Mountain and Gyeongbokgung Palace in the background reminds me of a resort in the city center.

Seeing citizens reading various books in their favorite seats, it seems that they can't help but feel relaxed on weekends.

As Han Kang's Nobel Prize in Literature was announced on the 10th, interest in Han Kang is hot.

Here at the outdoor library, you can also find a special exhibition to commemorate Han Kang's award.

Until the 10th of next month, there is also an event where you can choose your favorite verse from Han Kang's works.

The translation in 20 languages was displayed to provide an opportunity for foreign visitors to easily access it.

The Seoul Outdoor Library operates not only in Gwanghwamun Square, but also in Cheonggye Stream and Seoul Square.

You can use it as long as you come lightly without reservation or admission fee.

These days, the clear autumn weather continues.

I think it would be good to enjoy reading on such a good day.

So far, I'm YTN Lee Minjae at Gwanghwamun Square.