South Korean City Hosts Unique Napping Contest to Highlight Sleep Importance

SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — In an unusual public wellness initiative, Seoul’s municipal authorities recently hosted a unique competition along the Han River where residents gathered to participate in organized napping sessions.

The event was designed by city officials to highlight the critical role that adequate rest plays in maintaining health and well-being within South Korea’s rapidly moving capital city.

Competitors stretched out along the riverbank as part of the municipal program aimed at drawing attention to sleep health in one of the world’s most dynamic urban centers.