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Play Haechi!

A child draws the Haechi character at the "Play Haechi" exhibition now underway at the event hall of Dongdaemun History and Culture Park in central Seoul, Tuesday.

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By Shim Hyun-chul

One horn comes out of the yellow head. The lion-like body is covered with scales and wears a bell around its neck. It has wing-like feathers and is known to live by a swamp in summer and pine forest in winner.

This is an imaginary animal named Haechi, which is believed to guard the royal palaces.

Standing for justice and integrity, the mythical animal was chosen as a symbol of Seoul City in 2008.

The "Play Haechi" exhibition at Dongdaemun History and Culture Park in downtown Seoul sees the imaginary animal taking a step closer to Seoulites, especially children.

The exhibition is composed of seven themes and introduces the background of Haechi and how it was selected to represent Seoul City.

A variety of programs await young visitors. Children can work out puzzles, make Haechi's face with clay or sing along to "Haechi Song". They can also read Haechi fairy tales, watch animations and play games.

The exhibition runs through Jun 18 and admission is free. Call (02) 2266-7188 or visit http://blog.naver.com/playhaechi for more information.

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