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Korea's seowon gain UNESCO heritage listing
Korea's seowon gain UNESCO heritage listing
Nine “seowon,” or Korean neo-Confucian academies from the Joseon Kingdom (1392-1910), became the 14th South Korean site to be inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage list, Saturday.The decision was officially made during the 43rd session of the World Heritage Committee in Baku, Azerbaijan, in recognition of “outstanding universal value.”
2019-07-07 17:16
Remembering the war [PHOTOS]
Remembering the war [PHOTOS]
A commemorative event was held at the Seoul Jangchung Gymnasium in Dongdaemun District on Tuesday to mark the 69th anniversary of the Korean War's start.
2019-06-25 20:17
For Koreans, cash wedding gifts are stressful but inescapable
For Koreans, cash wedding gifts are stressful but inescapable
A foreign resident of South Korea posted a tricky question on a website where users share information on local culture and life. Titled, "Most appropriate amount of congratulatory money," it was about a company colleague who was getting married. "We are close enough to say hi when we see each other. ... We have never met outside of work. What do you think is the most appropri...
2019-05-16 09:42
Korean seowon recommended for UNESCO World Heritage
Korean seowon recommended for UNESCO World Heritage
Korean neo-Confucian academies known as “seowon” are likely to become South Korea's 14th World Heritage designated by UNESCO. According to the Cultural Heritage Administration (CHA), Tuesday, the International Council on Monuments and Sites (ICOMOS), an advisory body for UNESCO, recommended the seowon to be inscribed on UNESCO's world heritage list.
2019-05-14 19:31
Arhat statuettes meet contemporary art
Arhat statuettes meet contemporary art
The National Museum of Korea (NMK) is a treasure trove of significant Korean historical artifacts. For the first time, the museum has joined hands with a contemporary artist who designed an exhibition and contributed an installation artwork, bringing a fresh perspective to the appreciation of cultural assets. "Five Hundred Arhats of Changnyeong Temple Site: Reflection of Our ...
2019-05-01 17:16
Ahn Sook-sun looks back on teachers in 'Two Loves'
Ahn Sook-sun looks back on teachers in 'Two Loves'
Ahn Sook-sun, 70, is one of the most notable figures in the gugak (traditional Korean music) field. She is a master performer in pansori (traditional Korean narrative music) and listed as Intangible Cultural Heritage No. 23 for "gayageum sanjo and byeongchang" (singing accompanied by Korean 12-string zither). She will present "Two Loves," a new "changgeuk" (theatrical format ...
2019-03-31 17:26
'Royal night stroll' to return in April
'Royal night stroll' to return in April
Changdeok Palace will start its Moonlight Tour on April 4, the Cultural Heritage Administration announced Monday. The Moonlight Tour is a popular nighttime stroll program at the ancient palace in Seoul.
2019-03-18 15:16
Suzy, Koreans' favorite White Day star
Suzy, Koreans' favorite White Day star
Few Koreans know how White Day started. It came from Japanese confectionery manufacturers in 1978 who emulated the Western version of Valentine's Day. The practice soon spread to all across East Asia, becoming a popular celebration.
2019-03-14 16:16
Woman of independence movements
Woman of independence movements
On March 1, 1919, tens of thousands of Korean people took to the streets to rally for their independence from Japanese colonial rule. The March 1 Movement provided a catalyst for the independence movement and became a crucial moment in the history of the Korean resistance under colonial rule. Men and women of all ages took part in the March 1 Movement, but only a few of those...
2019-03-03 18:12
Let the music play to end hatred, for peace
Let the music play to end hatred, for peace
Music is powerful enough to move people to act in a certain direction with an intended message that has been put into the song.This rationale was behind the One K Concert, a K-pop concert that aimed to achieve peace on the Korean Peninsula and pave the way for global peace, held on the National Assembly lawn in Seoul, Friday.
2019-03-03 17:00
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