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South Korea, South Korean Culture

Korea’s Independence Movement Day, March 1st

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On March the 1st, Korea commemorates a very special day in Korean culture and history. It is the March 1st Movement, alternatively known as the Sam-il Jeol (삼일 절), Independence Movement Day, or the Three-One Movement.\ History: On this day, in 1919, Korean people attended peaceful demonstrations to protest Japanese occupation of Korea. These demonstrations… Continue reading Korea’s Independence Movement Day, March 1st

South Korean Culture

Seollal, Korean New Year

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Seollal, also known as Korean New Year, is one of the most important traditional holidays in South Korea. It is celebrated on the first day of the lunar calendar, which usually falls between January and February. During Seollal, many Korean families gather together to celebrate the holiday with traditional customs and activities. One of the… Continue reading Seollal, Korean New Year