As dusk falls over Jinju Fortress on Aug. 14, the stone ramparts will glow with projected light displays — the first chapter of the 2026 National Heritage Media Art, an illuminated festival running through November across 12 historic locations in Korea. Organized by the Korea Heritage Service alongside the Korea Heritage Agency, the expanded program weaves artificial intelligence (AI), mixed reality and projection mapping across royal capitals, coastal bastions and mountain temples. The initiative expands on last year's eight-city tour, using contemporary technology to illuminate cultural landmarks while bolstering nighttime tourism. Program themes span "Lights of Capitals and Civilizations," "Lights of Protection and Peace" and "Lights of Cities and Daily Life." At Jinju Fortress, "Gaonnuri Jinjuseongdo" fuses history and interactive installations through Sept. 6. Projection mapping onto the Gongbukmun Gate and the statue of General Kim Si-min recounts the fortress's defense during historic invasions. At the Chokseokru Pavilion, visitors can strike traditional drums to trigger visual
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