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Artists with disabilities defy stereotypes in cross-cultural project
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20013 | Sep 05, 2012 |
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As the energy and excitement of the 2012 Paralympics continues in London, a different yet likeminded kind of celebration has opened in Gyeonggi-do (Gyeonggi Province). From August 1 to October 7,...
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Paju Folk Festival 2012
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14305 | Sep 03, 2012 |
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This annual folk festival proved its
popularity at its inaugural event last year. This year’s line-up
includes world-class folk musicians from Korea and abroad includ...
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Special Exhibition: Daily Lives of Our Recent Past, 1970s-1980s
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14327 | Aug 31, 2012 |
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This special exhibition was made possible
by Takumi Fujimoto, a Japanese photographer who donated more than 46,000
photos that show Korea in the ‘70s and ‘80s. The monochrome photography
tells you h...
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2012 Goesan Red Pepper Festival
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16126 | Aug 27, 2012 |
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The Goesan Red Pepper Festival is held
during harvest season to promote the excellence of peppers grown in
Goesan, a major production area of Korea. The festival has numerous
programs, including p...
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Seoul Fringe Festival brings independent art to Hongdae
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18357 | Aug 24, 2012 |
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Artist
Shin Juwook works on his craft before a public audience at one of the
Fringe's many street events (photo courtesy of Seoul Fringe Festival).
Hongdae is the scene of revelry and entertai...
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Chuncheon Dakgalbi & Makguksu Festival
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18077 | Aug 21, 2012 |
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Treat yourself to two of Chuncheon’s most
famous dishes -- dakgalbi and makguksu -- in this culinary celebration!
Chuncheon’s two signature dishes are best accompanied each other: the
first a spicy chic...
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Exhibition: The Civilizations of Turkey, Emperors in Istanbul
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34076 | Aug 20, 2012 |
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Turkey is known as a “brother country”
to Korea. There is much debate about the origins of this expression but
some facts are undeniable: relations date all the way back to the 6th
century with th...
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From 1945.8.15 to 1948.8.15
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13174 | Aug 16, 2012 |
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An outdoor photo exhibit has displayed
items from the archives of the National Museum of Korean Contemporary
History. The exhibit, entitled "From 1945.8.15 to 1948.8.15," depicts
the three years ...
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At Culture Station Seoul 284, art from across Asia
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15170 | Aug 02, 2012 |
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A modern Byzantine style of architecture with a unique domed roof and
red bricks was constructed at the heart of the capital city, Seoul, in
1925 under the name of Gyeongsung Station. At that ti...
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The 9th Great Mountains Music Festival & School
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14934 | Jul 30, 2012 |
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The annual Great Mountains International
Music Festival & School led by violinist Chung Kyung-wha takes place
for two weeks at the Alpensia Concert Hall, bringing globally acclaimed
musicians, music ...
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2012 Jisan Valley Rock Festival
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16173 | Jul 24, 2012 |
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Jisan Valley Rock Festival combines today’s most popular rock music with the scenic beauty of Jisan Forest Resort. Two celebrated English groups are going to make their Korean debuts this summer. Come an...
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Fantasy, horror, and thrills galore at Bucheon
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15916 | Jul 20, 2012 |
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Poster of the 16th Puchon International Fantastic Film Festival (photo courtesy of PiFan) The Puchon International Fantastic Film Festival (PiFan) began in 1997 in Bucheon, a metropolitan city in...
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Green Groove Festival
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13997 | Jul 12, 2012 |
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Green Groove Festival, held from July 21 to 22 on Daecheon Beach in
Chungcheongnam-do, began due to increasing interest in environmental,
climate change and energy issues. The festival aims to inc...
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Summer Wave Festival
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14254 | Jul 02, 2012 |
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Caribbean Bay, the world’s largest indoor
and outdoor water park, will unveil a massive celebration of water,
waves, and music on July 14 and 15. At the top of the lineup are
Ludacris, M-Flo, and...
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The 16th Seoul International Cartoon & Animation Festival
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15866 | Jun 26, 2012 |
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World Taekwondo Culture Expo
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17161 | Jun 25, 2012 |
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The World Taekwondo Culture Expo takes
place in Muju County, Jeollabuk-do (North Jeolla Province). This year,
about 2,000 athletes from 31 countries are expected to participate in
seminars and compet...
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Boryeong Mud Festival
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15453 | Jun 21, 2012 |
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Period
: July. 14. 7 . 2012 ~ July. 24. 7 . 2012 / 11 days
Place
: Daecheon Beach
Theme
:
Host
: Boryeong-city
Managed by
: Boryeong Mud Festival Organizing...
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Robert J. Fouser, hanok village keeper
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21608 | Jun 20, 2012 |
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Robert J. Fouser is the first foreign professor to teach Korean
language teaching methods at Seoul National University. He also leads a
campaign to preserve Seochon Hano...
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Muju Firefly Festival
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16088 | Jun 12, 2012 |
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The festival gives attention to fireflies, which have been designated as one of Korea’s natural monuments. Of the various programs of the festival, the nighttime firefly exploration event, which ...
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2012 Mime Festival
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13711 | May 18, 2012 |
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