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Polar Bear Swimming Festival
On January 18, 2026, in Busan, South Korea, swimmers pose for a commemorative photograph after the Polar Bear swimming race at Haeundae Beach in Busan, South Korea. More than ten thousand participants take part in the annual winter event, a 1km-long swim off Haeundae's banks into the 12.8 degrees Celsius water. (Photo by Seung-il Ryu/NurPhoto)
Photo Details
| Photo ID | #13211697 |
|---|---|
| Date Taken | |
| Location | N/A |
| Photographer | Seung-il Ryu/NurPhoto |
| Category | Sports |
| Copyright | © 2026 NurPhoto - Seung-il Ryu/NurPhoto |
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