South Korea - Culture, Cuisine, Traditions: The once-dominant Confucian culture—with its emphasis on respect for ancestors, age, and seniority—continues to influence Korean family, work, and social life, albeit to a lesser degree than in the past. In a
Koreans are very proud of their Kimchi making traditions. Competitions and frequently held and people love to teach others their 'secret' family recipes! Photo by Republic of Korea on Flickr (CC BY-SA 2.0) SOCIAL CUSTOMS & ETIQUETTE IN SOUTH KOREA The Concept of Kibun Kibun is a word wit...
Koreans share a common culture, but a sense of regionalism exists between northerners and southerners and between southeasterners and southwesterners in terms of customs and perceived personality characteristics. Some suggest that this regionalism dates back to Three Kingdoms of Koguryo (37 B.C.E. ...
South Korea Customs regulations and procedures for importing and exporting goods at South Korean border. Duty free items, import-export restrictions.
South Korean Customs Social Ranking The remnants of 500 years of Confucianism (1392 – 1910) still dictate the ways people interact in South Korea. Korean culture is hierarchical and one’s social status determines how one is treated. One of the first questions Koreans ask each other when ...
South Korea swanks a rich melting pot of traditions, customs and heritage, manifesting itself as significant country in many aspects. The renowned country is officially known as the ‘Republic of Korea’, and its rich tapestry of history and heritage reveals the cultural opulence engirdling the al...
Last modified: Oct 29, 2024 | 9 min read | By 90 Day KoreanCurious about Korean currency and Korean money? In this article, we’ll talk about South Korea’s currency, the history of Korean money, the different Korean bills and coins, and why you should learn about Korean money. Read...
All exports into South Korea are subject to a flat 10% Value Added Tax (VAT), while certain luxury items and consumer goods have a special excise tax of 10 to 20%. Duties and taxes must be paid in Korean Won within 15 days after your shipment has cleared customs. ...
Korean:자라섬 국제 재즈 페스티벌 (jaraseom gukje jaejeu peseutibeol) Festival Dates:October Website:Jarasum Jazz Festival Masan Gagopa Chrysanthemum Festival Another crowd favorite, the Masan Gagopa Crysanthemum Festival is a chance to gather andtake in the natural beauty of...
Witness captivating performances including nongak farmer’s music, martial arts demonstrations, horseback displays, traditional dances and authentic wedding ceremonies, offering a vibrant immersion into the diverse tapestry of Korean traditions and customs. Architectural marvels Sky Observatory Dongdaemun Design...