K-pop fever hits Europe
Pop groups Shinee, the Bangtan Boys, Block B and F. T. Island sing along to the traditional Korean folk song 'Arirang' during KCON France...
Korean-French 130-year friendship represented through stamps
Commemorative stamps are issued as a form of bilateral cooperation in celebration of 130 years of diplomatic ties between France and Korea. They represent...
‘Arts can bind us together across borders’
President Park Geun-hye speaks to the audience after the K-culture in Nairobi concert on May 31 in the Kenyan capital.
Korea and Kenya have exchanged...
Korea, Uganda communicate through dance, music, sports
President Park Geun-hye speaks after the K-culture in Uganda concert in Kampala on May 29. The president said that she hopes the two countries...
President boosts Korea-Ethiopia ties through culture
President Park Geun-hye and Ethiopian President Mulatu Teshome address the audience after the ‘K-culture in Ethiopia’ show at Addis Ababa University on May 28....
Korea, Kenya become one under same roof
Students from the King Sejong Institute in Nairobi play traditional Korean musical instruments and give a samulnori percussion performance to mark the ‘Day With...
Kenyans take closer look at Korean films
Movie-goers peruse their options at the Korean Film Festival that opens on May 29 at the Imax Theatre in Nairobi.
President Park Geun-hye’s upcoming visit...
Festival spotlights ‘Arirang,’ Miryang’s food, stories
The Miryang Arirang Festival, set to kick off on May 19, allows visitors to enjoy some of the most popular versions of the song...
A glimpse into royal Joseon pastimes
The 'King Jeongjo and His Artistic Hobbies' exhibit opens at the Yeongchunheon (영춘헌) and Jipbokheon (집복헌) houses at Changgyeonggung Palace. The exhibit will have...
King Sejong the Great commemorated on his birthday
The choheonguan, the court official who offers the first drink during a ritual (center), is on his way to offer incense during a ceremony...
Museum Week opens nationwide
Schoolchildren admire a Silla golden crown, or Geumgwangchong (신라 금관총), on display at the National Museum of Korea.
In celebration of International Museum Day, Museum...
‘My dream is to be a K-pop star’
German teen singer Jamie-Lee Kriewitz tells the Bild newspaper that her dream is to be a K-pop star.
Jamie-Lee Kriewitz is a rising teen star...
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...
