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Title: Suncheon Joins Global Conservation Leaders as South Korea’s “Ecological Capital” Redefines Healing Through Nature

Suncheon, Korea South, 30th Oct 2025 - Suncheon’s wetlands revival is drawing global attention as migratory birds return in record numbers to what was once a threatened coastal marsh. Once at risk of disappearing, Suncheonman Bay now stands as a model for ecological restoration, transforming from reclaimed land into South Korea’s “Ecological Capital.” The city’s dramatic turnaround, marked by the return of flocks of hooded cranes gliding over the golden reeds each autumn, showcases how policy, community effort, and environmental vision can create harmony between people and nature. (Image: Flocks of hooded cranes descend over the golden reeds of Suncheonman Bay. Each autumn, the wetlands turn into a sanctuary for migratory birds—and for visitors seeking to witness one of Asia’s most poetic encounters between nature and life. Photo courtesy of Suncheon City)Located in South Jeolla Province, Suncheon has redefined urban sustainability by putting nature first. Through bold environmental policy, community collaboration, and global engagement, the city restored its wetlands, revitalised migratory-bird habitats, and positioned itself as both a sanctuary for wildlife and a beacon for healing-centered living.A Vision Rooted in RestorationIn years past, Suncheonman Bay’s tidal flats and reed beds faced pressure from reclamation, infrastructure, and unchecked industrial development. Recognising the ecological and social value of the landscape, local authorities made an extraordinary decision in 2009: they removed power poles and electrical lines that cut across the wetlands to protect the endangered hooded cranes wintering there. That decision, radical at the time, ushered in a broader transformation that would make Suncheon a living laboratory for ecological restoration.Over...

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