Mascot – Gwang-i and Myeong-i

Gwang-i symbolizes the blueness and future of Gwangmyeong City while Myeong-i symbolizes the happiness of Gwangmyeong citizens. The afterimages of the diverse colors gather to form the hair of Gwang-i and Myeong-i.

The more interactive they are, the brighter, happier and harmonious their surroundings become.

○ Gwang-i: Name taken after the first syllable ‘Gwang (light)’ of Gwangmyeong City and symbolizes the luminous future of Gwangmyeong City.

○ Myeong-i: Name taken after the second syllable ‘Myeong (brightness)’ of Gwangmyeong City and symbolizes the bright happiness of Gwangmyeong citizens.

Tree of Gwangmyeong – Gingko

The ginkgo tree that stands firm unchangingly has a long lifespan, bears many fruit and has beautiful leaves

The ginkgo tree that boasts of its abundant leaves signifies eternal prosperity and symbolizes the harmony of citizens.

Flower of Gwangmyeong – Rose

The various kinds of roses symbolizes infinite wisdom.

Its warm and elegant scent has elegance and nobility

The thorns on the branches represents the courage of citizens resisting injustice.

Bird of Gwangmyeong – Magpie

Magpie is a wild bird but settles near villages.

It has long been considered the bird of good luck bringing good news and it symbolizes hope of the citizens.