Replica of Joseon-era envoy ship to set sail to celebrate UNESCO heritage meeting in Busan

A replica of a ship used for diplomatic missions during the Joseon Dynasty (1392-1910) will set sail along the country's southern coast to celebrate South Korea hosting its first UNESCO World Heritage Committee session, organizers said Tuesday.

The National Research Institute of Maritime Heritage said the vessel will depart Wednesday from the southwestern port city of Mokpo and sail east to tour the port cities of Goheung, Yeosu and Tongyeong before reaching Busan by the end of the month.

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