SEOUL, Sept. 21 (Korea Bizwire) – In a celebration of South Korea’s rich cultural heritage, four grand palaces in Seoul will open their gates for a five-day festival next month, offering visitors a chance to immerse themselves in traditional customs and the elegance of hanbok, the country’s traditional attire. The Cultural Heritage Administration and the National [...]
SEOUL, Sept. 20 (Korea Bizwire) – On September 19, just days before South Korea’s Youth Day, environmental activists and young people gathered in the heart of Seoul to sound the alarm on the climate crisis and call for a more sustainable economic model. The demonstration, organized by Greenpeace Korea, took place at Star Square near Sinchon [...]
SEOUL, Sept. 20 (Korea Bizwire) – In a bold move to blend art, technology, and urban renewal, Seoul’s Songpa District is set to break ground this month on a pioneering media art installation at Seokchon Lake, marking a first for South Korea’s public spaces. The project, named The Sphere, is part of an ambitious plan to [...]
BUCEON, Sept. 16 (Korea Bizwire) – The Bucheon International Comics Festival (BICOF) is set to open in early October in Bucheon, a western suburb of Seoul, showcasing a wide variety of Korean comics, which have become a central part of the country’s cultural exports. The 27th annual festival, themed “Manhwa! Wide Open,” will run from [...]
ULJU, Sept. 13 (Korea Bizwire) – The 9th Ulsan Ulju World Mountain Film Festival, set to run from September 27 to October 1, is poised to attract a star-studded lineup of international directors, actors, and mountaineers to this industrial city in southeastern South Korea. The festival’s opening ceremony will be hosted by television personality Jo Woo-jong [...]
ANDONG, Sept. 13 (Korea Bizwire) – The 2024 Andong International Mask Dance Festival, a prestigious cultural event that aims to unite people from around the world, is set to take place in Andong, North Gyeongsang Province, from September 27 to October 6. This year’s festival, designated as an honorary representative cultural tourism event of South Korea, [...]
SEOUL, Sept. 12 (Korea Bizwire) – In a landmark recognition of its historical significance, the former Korean Empire Legation in Washington, D.C., has been officially listed on the National Register of Historic Places (NRHP), South Korean officials announced on September 11. The building, now known as the Old Korean Legation, stands as a testament to the [...]
SEOUL, Sept. 10 (Korea Bizwire) – Hyundai Motor Company strengthened its bid for the 2024 World Rally Championship (WRC) title with a dominant performance at the Acropolis Rally Greece, the tenth event of the season. The South Korean automaker announced on September 9 that its team achieved a remarkable 1-2-3 finish, marking its fourth victory of [...]
GWANGJU, Sept. 6 (Korea Bizwire) – The Gwangju Biennale, one of Asia’s premier contemporary art events, opened its 15th edition on September 6, kicking off an 86-day celebration of global artistry and cultural exchange. This year’s biennale, themed “Pansori: Echoes for All,” marks the event’s 30th anniversary with its most ambitious program to date. The exhibition [...]
SEOUL, Sept. 6 (Korea Bizwire) – A colossal red lobster has taken up residence in Seokchon Lake, drawing curious onlookers to this popular recreational area in Seoul’s Songpa district. The inflatable art installation, measuring 52 feet tall and 100 feet wide, is the work of British pop artist Philip Colbert, known for his playful lobster-themed creations. [...]