[%%IMAGE1%%] Thousands of people in Yeosu, the southernmost port city of South Korea located in South Cheolla Province, celebrate in front of Yeosu City Hall on November 27, as they get the news that Yeosu was chosen to host the 2012 World Expo. Fireworks seen behind the jubilant people boosted the festive mood.The hosting of the 2012 World Expo is expected to provide momentum for the prosperity and growth of the port city.Photo by Lee Jong-geun/The Hankyoreh.

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Celebrating the 2012 Yeosu Expo

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