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The official website of the Republic of Korea, providing information on Korean culture, tourism, and news.
Transition to a Democracy and Transformation into an Economic ...
Due to the influence of the U.S. and the Soviet Union, Korea was split into two countries and the ensuing Korean War erupted on June 25, 1950. Learning the value of freedom from the war, Korea has since made the transition into a democracy and further into a …
Korean Wave: Korea.net : The official website of the Republic of …
K-Pop, Leading the Korean Wave. The Korean Wave, or Hallyu, is a term that represents the global popularity of Korea’s cultural content. Since the late 1990s, Korean TV shows and pop...
Culture minister: Korea is safe, convenient for tourists
Dec 10, 2024 · Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism Yu In Chon on Dec. 9 tells the Korea-Japan Tourism Business Forum at the hotel Shilla Seoul in the capital that the country is "safe and convenient" for foreign tourists.
UNESCO Heritage in Korea : Korea.net : The official website of the ...
At the present time, Korean arts and culture are attracting many enthusiasts around the world. Korea’s cultural and artistic achievements through the ages are now leading many of its young talents to the world’s most prestigious music and dance competitions, while its literary works are being translated into many different languages for global readers.
129 domestic companies earn CES Innovation Awards
Dec 10, 2024 · The Korea Trade-Investment Promotion Agency (KOTRA) on Dec. 10 said the initial results announced by the Consumer Technology Association of the U.S. found that 129 domestic companies received CES (Consumer Electronics …
Traditional Arts : Korea.net : The official website of the Republic of ...
Gugak Gugak refers to Korea’s traditional music and dance. While gugak has existed as long as Koreans have lived in the Peninsula, its foundation was established in the early 15th century when King Sejong reorganized the royal court music using jeongganbo, Asia’s first sheet music capable of denoting the pitch and length of notes.
Festivals, Celebrations, and Holidays : Korea.net : The official ...
Agriculture and family were two key values of Korea for a long time. Many national holidays and festivals were based on both values. Korea also remembers its illustrious history through national holidays commemorating occasions like independence or the founding of the Constitution.
Korea’s Rise to a Developed Country
The international community has certified Korea as a developed country, consolidating its position as an economic powerhouse. In July 2021, the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) upgraded Korea from a developing country to a developed country, 56 years after it joined the organization.
Seoul Winter Festa to illuminate nightscape from Dec. 13
Nov 22, 2024 · By Lee Dasom. Photos = Seoul Metropolitan Government A series of colorful light festivals will light up downtown Seoul this winter. The Seoul Metropolitan Government on Nov. 21 said it will host Seoul Winter Festa 2024, the country's largest event for the season, at the six sites of Gwanghwamun Square, Cheonggye Plaza, Cheonggyecheon Stream, Seoul Plaza, Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP) and ...