The Cultural Heritage Administration and the Korea Cultural Heritage Foundation are jointly hosting “Invitation to Gyeongbokgung’s Kitchen” at the Sojubang complex of Gyeongbokgung from June 8-20. Visitors can choose between the Saenggwabang and Sikdorak programs. The Saenggwabang program includes a live performance of gugak, Korean traditional music, playing in the background during the meal. ...

Which history gets priority? The definitions of “state-designated historic site” and “registered cultural heritage” are broad. Based on precedents, state-designated historic sites are usually those that were built and formed more than 100 years ago, while registered cultural heritage sites apply to those that were built and formed around 50 years ago. The former has much stricter preservation re...

The number of visitors to Cheong Wa Dae totaled 377,888 in the 13 days it was open to the public, from May 10 to Sunday morning. More than 5 million people have applied for a tour so far, according to the CHA. “The new team consists of seven members from the CHA, and five members dispatched from the presidential office, for now.” a CHA official told The Korea Herald, Monday. The public opening,...

The shape resembling a crystal ball, the bottom layer consists of powdered cheesecake, topped with nonalcoholic Champagne foam and fresh cherries. The outer part is coated with a thin layer of sugar. Some of the flowers in the artlike dessert include pansy, begonia flower, elderflower and rose. Although rich in overall flavor, the sweet-and-sour Champagne foam and minty scent of flowers make th...

The nighttime walk package travelers will arrive at Chuncheon aboard the ITX-Cheongchun from Yongsan or Cheongnyangni. The Soyanggang Skywalk, which stretches some 174 meters, is located near the iconic Soyanggang Maiden Statue. It is the longest glass bridge in the country. A media facade and multimedia shows are also on display. Details and updates on the trip schedules can be found at the Ko...

L’Escape launches ‘You be You’ package with Starbucks L’Escape Hotel, located in Seoul’s Myeong-dong, is offering a collaboration package with Starbucks. The package includes a night stay at L‘Escape’s Deluxe Room. Gifts include a Starbucks logo patch and a limited edition design patch made by L’Escape for a fashionable summer look. At Marque d’Amour, the 26th floor hotel bar, three special co...

The second round of the Gunahaeng parade is scheduled on Friday at Gyeonghuigung and its neighboring market alleys, from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., and Saturday at and around Deoksugung from noon to 1 p.m. The last round of the parade begins Sunday at Changgyeonggung from 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. By Kim Hae-yeon ( hykim@heraldcorp.com )

At Donggureung, a newly refurbished nature learning center invites families and children to observe flowers and wetland plants that grow in the region. In the western Gyeonggi Province, Samneung and Jangneung, both in Paju, and Yungneung and Geolleung in Hwaseong have their forest paths open. More information and updates about the royal tomb forest trails can be found at the CHA’s website. By ...

The 2022 Deoksugung Spring Concert will be held at the fountain located in front of Deoksugung’s Seokjojeon at 6 p.m. on Tuesday. Hosted by the Cultural Heritage Administration’s Deoksugung Palace Management Office and the Korean National Symphony Orchestra, the program for the evening includes popular pieces such as Johann Strauss’ “Voices of Spring Waltz,” Johannes Brahms’ “Hungarian Dance No....

Choi Eung-chon, an art history professor at Dongguk University, has been appointed the new head of the Cultural Heritage Administration. Choi previously served as chair of the Overseas Korean Cultural Heritage Foundation from 2019. He succeeds Kim Hyun-mo, who had served in the role since December 2020. Known as an expert in Buddhist art, Choi graduated from Dongguk University and holds a doct...

It took two years of renovation to turn the hanok bought by the Seoul Metropolitan Government in 2019 into Binkwan. Binkwan has five rooms. Up to six guests can stay together by connecting the two anbang suites. Antiques and works of ceramic art are used to decorate the rooms. On the ground floor, a spacious community lounge, named The Living Room, is open to both guests and residents of the Bu...

"The strong smoky scent from the stove fire that hits the nostrils is what our guests love the most,” the store’s chief manager said. The deep flavor of the broth achieved by boiling and simmering seafood and pork is what sets the jjamppong at Choma apart from the rest. Although it might taste slightly greasy at first, the rich vegetables help to strike a balance.

JW Marriott Hotel Seoul presents Japanese breakfast menus Tamayura, the luxury Japanese restaurant at JW Marriott Hotel Seoul, presents three authentic Japanese breakfasts prepared with seasonal ingredients. Abalone Ozen is a rice porridge dish made with carefully selected abalone from the waters off Wando Island. Eel Ozen is a donburi-style breakfast dish of sea eel, served on pot-steamed rice...

Kim mentioned that fully understanding the purpose behind doing what one does become strong pillars for one’s motivation to live. “Although different people handle a thousand different tasks each day at work, I’ve learned that it all comes down to a single reason. It is to live and share a worthy and happy life with others.” Recalling his father’s words, Kim spoke on the importance of continuou...

“Gunahaeng Daepannoreum,” a traditional street art performance that combines gilnori, pannori, a tiger dance and hapdongmu followed. An EDM DJ played the music in a reinterpretation of the original performance, and a performer in a black tiger costume cheerfully danced to the vibrant beat, with lights beaming from its eyes. The festival highlight, “Yeolsangjinwon,” was revealed in the second act...