South Korea has made an opening announcement that the country has started its 18th presidential inaugural ceremony at the National Assembly Square in Seoul.

ROK's incoming President Park Geun-hye leaves her private residence before her inauguration to be held at parliament in Seoul Feb 25, 2013. [Photo/Agencies]

Park Geun-hye will be sworn in as South Korea’s first woman president. Earlier this morning, she visited the Seoul National Cemetery to pay her respects to those who sacrificed their lives defending the country.

Park is now at the National Assembly, making a pledge of allegiance. Crowds are now singing the National Anthem, and a silent Tribute is expected soon to follow.

Earlier on Sunday, a final dress rehearsal of the inauguration was held to ensure the ceremonies and performances go as planned.

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