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Korea National Park to Run Ecological Programs for the Disabled

Korea National Park to Run Ecological Programs for the Disabled

SEOUL, Aug. 18 (Korea Bizwire) — The Korea National Park Service on Thursday announced the launch of a new ecological program across 14 national parks, inviting disabled individuals to participate. Mount Bukhan, Taean Seaside, and Byeonsanbando national parks will offer specialized wheelchairs, allowing disabled individuals to relish in the exquisite landscapes. For those with visual [...]

Starbucks Korea Celebrates Liberation Day with Traditional Motifs

Starbucks Korea Celebrates Liberation Day with Traditional Motifs

SEOUL, Aug. 15 (Korea Bizwire) — Marking the 78th anniversary of Korea’s liberation from Japan’s colonial rule, Starbucks Korea revealed its plans on Monday to introduce a line of products celebrating Liberation Day, starting from Tuesday. These offerings will showcase traditional Korean design elements, with items like mother-of-pearl coasters, exquisite mother-of-pearl boxes, and elegantly designed [...]

Taebaek Hosts National Brasswind Competition and Band Festival

Taebaek Hosts National Brasswind Competition and Band Festival

TAEBAEK, Aug. 15 (Korea Bizwire) — The northeastern city of Taebaek is abuzz with excitement as it hosts the 47th National Brasswind Competition and Korean Band Festival. Taking place at the Taebaek Culture Art Hall, the events on Saturday kicked off with a captivating opening ceremony. The ceremony, highlighted by performances from the military band [...]

Seoul City to Open ‘Beach-like’ Vacation Spots in Han River Parks

Seoul City to Open ‘Beach-like’ Vacation Spots in Han River Parks

SEOUL, Aug. 14 (Korea Bizwire) — The sandy areas within the parks along the Han River are poised to transform into beach-like vacation spots, affording visitors the chance to enjoy the refreshing breeze and scenic landscapes while finding relief from the oppressive tropical nights. The Seoul Metropolitan Government said Sunday it will establish “beach & [...]

Seoul City Launches Drone Photography Service for Han River Park Visitors

Seoul City Launches Drone Photography Service for Han River Park Visitors

SEOUL, Aug. 10 (Korea Bizwire) — The Seoul Metropolitan Government said Wednesday that it will provide citizens visiting Yeouido’s Han River Park in western Seoul with free drone-captured videos. This drone video service will operate six times a day, accommodating one group per hour, exclusively on Fridays and Saturdays between August 18 and October 28. [...]

Jogye Order Offers Program for Scouts at Seoul Temples

Jogye Order Offers Program for Scouts at Seoul Temples

SEOUL, Aug. 10 (Korea Bizwire) — The Jogye Order, South Korea’s biggest Buddhist sect, said Wednesday it has launched a program for participants of the World Scout Jamboree, who have been relocated to Seoul in anticipation of the arrival of Typhoon Khanun, providing them with an opportunity to engage with traditional temple culture. The Jogye [...]

Everland Celebrates One-month Milestone of Twin Giant Pandas with Adorable Photos

Everland Celebrates One-month Milestone of Twin Giant Pandas with Adorable Photos

YONGIN, Aug. 8 (Korea Bizwire) — The amusement park Everland on Monday released photos commemorating the one-month anniversary of the birth of twin female giant panda cubs. The photos, taken the previous day, depict fluffy cubs adorned with emerging black spots on their eyes, ears, shoulders, arms, and legs. The zookeepers and veterinarians are providing [...]

Hwaeomsa Temple Holds ‘Mosquito Net Film Music Festival’

Hwaeomsa Temple Holds ‘Mosquito Net Film Music Festival’

GURYE, Aug. 7 (Korea Bizwire) – The Hwaeomsa Temple Mosquito Net Film Music Festival occurred on Saturday night at Hwaeomsa Temple, situated in Gurye County, South Jeolla Province. Initiated in 2021, the music festival drew inspiration from the ancestral wisdom of combatting summer heat through consumption of steamed potatoes and corn within mosquito nets. Dr. [...]