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Explanation about Korea for foreign people

 

 

General Information about Korea

 

1.                    Food

2.                    Table manners

3.                    Restaurants

4.                    Drinking Etiquette

5.                    Korean Culture

6.                    Society

7.                    Koran Costume

8.                    Houses

9.                    Language

10.               Family

11.               Names

12.               Marriage

13.               Jesa

14.               Lunar New Year

15.               Full Harvest Festival

16.               Ondol

17.               Population

18.               Location

19.               Climate

20.               National Flag

21.               National Flower

22.               Transportation Subway system

23.               History

24.               Religion

25.               City Tour in Seoul

26.               Tour in Korea

 

National Flag

The Korean flag is called "Taegeukgi" in Korean. Its design symbolizes the principles of the yin and yang in Oriental philosophy. The circle in the center of the flag is divided into two equal parts. 

 

National Flower

The national flower of Korea is the mugunghwa, rose of sharon. Every year from July to October, a profusion of mugunghwa blossoms graces the entire country. Unlike most flowers, mugunghwa is remarkably tenacious and able to withstand both blight and insects.

 

Transportation – Subway

Seoul’s subway system is extensive, efficient and cheap. You can travel across the city easily.

Prices range from 900 won to 1300 won, depending on the length of the journey.

 

History – Post Modern

 

The Japanese Colonial Period (1910 - 1945)

In 1876, the Joseon Dynasty was forced to adopt an open-door policy regarding Japan. The Japanese annexation of Korea concluded in 1910, and Korean people had to suffer under the Japanese colonial rule until the surrender of Japan in 1945, which ended World War II.

 

Establishment of the Korean Government (1945-1948)

Korea was liberated from Japanese oppression on August 15, 1945, but it soon faced the tragic division of North and South along the 38th parallel. Both regions were placed under temporary military rule by the U.S. and Soviet armies.

 

The Korean War (1950-1953)

In the early hours of June 25th, 1950, North Korea attempted a forcible unification of North and South Korea by invading South Korea over the 38th parallel. In response, military help from over 16 nations helped defend South Korea against the threat of communism under the leadership of UN General Douglas MacArthur.

 

The Aftermath of War (1954-Current)

The Rhee Syngman government focused on an anti-communist approach to government beginning in 1954, but in 1960 the government's power collapsed with the student's anti government movement, the 4.19 Revolution. In 1963, Park Chung-hee was elected president and ruled with a controversial iron fist for the next 17 years. President Park Chung-hee's 'Saemaeul Undong' (New Community Movement, an effort to modernize Korea that began in 1970) brought about much progress in South Korea, and the systematic approach to economic development also yielded increased exports and positive returns. 

 

Religion

 

Buddhism

Buddhism first arrived in Korea in the 2nd year (A.D. 372) of the Goguryeo Kingdom. After its introduction, Buddhism exerted a powerful influence in the Baekje Kingdom and Silla Kingdom. Bulguksa Temple and Seokguram Grotto, which are designated as Buddhist heritage remains in buildings, sculptures, paintings and handicraft.

 

Protestantism & Catholicism
Protestantism came to Korea after the signing of the Korean-American Treaty in 1882. Because Christianity challenged the basic values of Joseon society, its believers were subject to persecution in the early years, but as Christians took an increasingly active role in the anti-colonial struggle against the Japanese and churches promoted more educational opportunities, Christianity gained acceptance. Today Korean churches evangelize ( = spread gospel )abroad, and approximately twenty five percent of the Korean population is Christian. 

 

Confucianism
Confucianism became a common philosophy in ancient Korea. When it came into contact with fundamental Korean sentiments, Confucianism brought about profound changes and exerted considerable influence on the Korean people. It has been an indispensable component of the Korean moral system, way of life and national

 

Shamanism
Various shamanistic practices are deeply rooted in Korean life. Shamanism was similar with folk beliefs from ancient times. It is communal rites for the gods of heaven, and which were uninfluenced by Buddhist tradition. one distinguishing characteristic of Korean shamanism is that it seeks to solve human problems through a meeting between humans and the spirits. This can be seen in the various types of shamanistic rites which are still widely practiced even today.

                                                                                  

City Tour in Seoul Area

 

Tour in Korea