Osan City Operates 'Osan City Tour' for Tourism-Disadvantaged Groups

[Suwon Ilbo=Reporter Choi Ki-ho] Osan City announced on the 26th that it operated the 'Osan City Tour' over two sessions targeting tourism-disadvantaged groups, including people with disabilities who face mobility restrictions.

'Tourism-disadvantaged groups' refers to people who face constraints in tourism activities due to social, economic, medical, religious, communication, and mobility limitations.

This city tour was organized over two sessions on September 20th and October 20th to provide tourism-disadvantaged groups who were recruited in advance last August with opportunities to experience a barrier-free tourism environment and Osan's distinctive nature and culture.

A total of 42 people participated in the city tour, including severely disabled individuals residing in Osan, people with disabilities from disability welfare centers and their guardians. They toured Osan's attractions via a customized tour bus equipped with lifts for wheelchair users.

Participants visited the Smith Peace Hall built around the Jungmireung area to commemorate the sacrifices of UN forces who participated in the Korean War, Osan Jungmireung Peace Park, Mookhyang Arboretum where visitors can find healing through approximately 1,930 plant species, and Osan Miniature Village, which recreates the history and culture of countries around the world at 1/87 actual size.

A city official stated, "This city tour was organized based on user feedback to minimize mobility inconvenience and allow people with disabilities, the elderly, and those accompanying infants to enjoy tourism activities without restrictions," and added, "We plan to continue operating the Osan City Tour for tourism-disadvantaged groups where there is no prejudice or discrimination and anyone can enjoy."