King’s study room becomes public library
A new library is unveiled at Gyeongbokgung Palace on April 27. The Jibokjae Hall, a former royal study room, has now been renovated as...
A seonbi graces a ‘Hello, Mr. K!’ concert
This year's second 'Hello, Mr. K!' concert is held on April 27 at the Korea Furniture Museum. The event features a Hanbok fashion show...
Masterpieces of Korean ceramics arrive in Paris
A turtle-dragon celadon pitcher from the 12th century is on display at the 'Earth, Fire, Soul -- Masterpieces of Korean Ceramics' exhibition. The pitcher...
Korea Clickers calls out “I love Korea” as it hits 600,000 likes
KOCIS Director Kim Kabsoo (center) and members of the Korea Clickers Facebook group gather in Gwanghwamun Square on April 22 to celebrate surpassing 600,000...
Korea-US amity shines through ‘Hello, Mr. K!’ concert
A member of the U.S. armed forces joins a samulnori troupe on stage during a 'Hello, Mr. K!' concert on April 21.
Another "Hello, Mr....
Joseon royal traditions taught at free classes
People learn about traditional music and the musical instruments that existed during Joseon times during a class offered at the National Palace Museum of...
K-pop Academies open at Korean Cultural Centers
Starting this month, K-pop fans will be able to learn how to sing and dance like their favorite stars at 'K-pop Academies' set up...
Korean recipes: Bindaetteok savory pancake
Bindaetteok is a savory pancake and a popular item on many menus. People enjoy the dish not only in the winter but also at...
Literary festival brings Seoul, Paris closer
Korean writers are set to appear at the 2016 Paris International Book Fair that will run from March 16 to 21, as Korea is...
Literary festival brings Seoul, Paris closer
Korean writers are set to appear at the 2016 Paris International Book Fair that will run from March 16 to 21, as Korea is...
Korea, UK expand partnership in creative industries
Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism Kim Jongdeok (second from left) and Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport John Whittingdale (third from...
Korean dramas to air during Myanmar New Year
Two hit dramas, 'A Thousand Day's Promise' and 'Cinderella's Sister,' will air on Myanmar's MRTV network during Thingyan, Myanmar's water festival, from April 11...
Korean recipes: Ipchun osinban five spring greens
Ipchun (입춘, 立春) marks the beginning of the first of the 24 solar terms and it falls around Feb. 4. It heralds the beginning...
Tales of Korean life win Colombian book prize
Andres Felipe Solano, writer and instructor at the Literature Translation Institute of Korea, wins the Premio Biblioteca de Narrativa Colombiana award for his 2015...
Explore Joseon palaces at a glance
"Palaces In My Hand" is a new mobile app that serves as an integrated information source and tour guide for the four major palaces...
Royal relics emerge from museum storage
The four boxes that held the royal seal of Heungseon Daewongun, plus the seal itself, are collectively known as the ogae sabibin (오개삽입인, 五個揷入印)....
Korea, Japan to further develop tourism industries
Experts from the tourism industries in Korea and Japan have met in Tokyo for a two-day festival aimed at developing tourism between the two...
Usu (우수, 雨水)
Today is Usu(우수, 雨水), "The First Rainfall of the Year," so the worst of winter has now passed and we can begin to emerge...
New comic takes us back to streets of Joseon
'The Mogul Merchant,' a new online comic book created by the Cultural Heritage Administration, is released on Feb. 17. The 14-part series will be...
Enjoy the royal palaces at night
An evening journey around the Gyeonghoeru Pavilion at Gyeongbokgung Palace allows you to appreciate it from all angles, as it's reflected in the pond...
