Eight German Scouts, who participated in the 25th World Scout Jamboree in Saemangeum, North Jeolla Province, had their heads shaved by monks at a Buddhist temple after being moved by teachings about altruism and daily practices, according to the temple on Monday.
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Ranging from the lack of a control tower for rising safety concerns amid the hot humid weather and the quickly approaching Typhoon Khanun, the World Scout Jamboree has suffered from both avoidable problems and unavoidable natural disasters. To salvage what remains of the 2023 World Scout Jamboree, religious groups in South Korea have set out to greet the Scouts and offer unique cultural experiences. According to the .
The ongoing World Scout Jamboree is a major global event the Korean government had been preparing for over six years with an allocated budget of 117.1 billion won ($89 million). .
Avoiding old stereotypes of the Boy and Girl Scouts, the Germany-based photographer brings a touch of humanity and fun back to a long-lasting tradition.