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Stage Construction Underway At Gwanghwamun Square Ahead Of BTS Comeback Show

Pedestrians walk past a red bus and orange traffic cones as workers begin installing a massive stage and safety barricades at Gwanghwamun Square in Seoul, South Korea, on March 16, 2026. The site is being prepared for the upcoming global performance of K-pop group BTS, titled ''BTS THE COMEBACK LIVE | ARIRANG,'' scheduled for March 21. The city government and police have implemented strict access controls to manage an expected crowd of 260,000. Some citizens have raised concerns over the disruption to daily foot traffic and public access to the square starting five days ahead of the event. (Photo by Chris Jung/NurPhoto)

Photo ID	#13456653
Date Taken	16 March 2026
Location	N/A
Photographer	Chris Jung/NurPhoto
Category	Social Issue
Copyright	© 2026 NurPhoto - Chris Jung/NurPhoto

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