The Inventor of Hangul (한글) |
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King Sejong the Great is best known for working personally with his Hall of Worthies (Jiphyeonjeon in Korean) to invent “Hangeul” (한글) ,the Korean script which consists of letters inspired by the shapes formed by the human vocal organs during a speech, making it very easy to learn and use . The script was completed in 1443 and published a few years later in 1446. |
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The above picture is an extract from the Hunmin Jeongeum (훈민정음, the proper sounds for instructing the people). King Sejong strongly believed that this new writing system benefited all the Korean people, as a result, literary rates skyrocketed to some of the highest in the world in a very short time. Today, Korea remains at the top of world literacy rankings due to Hangul.
Hangeul Proclamation Day (한글 날) is a day of pride in the history of the Korean nation, to celebrate the promulgation of the Korean alphabet, or Hangeul. Koreans in South Korea celebrate it on October 9 every year.
The invention of the Hunminjeongeum opened up a broad new horizon for all the Korean people, even women and those in the lowest social class, enabling them to learn to read and write and express themselves fully. |
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Every month our newsletter brings to you more insights on Korea to get it's real story and enjoy more of its beautiful culture.
This month, seeing the active participation and enthusiasm in the last event, we again bring to you a special giveaway. To all Korean culture's lovers we provide this event to know Korea and her story a little more deeper.
Instructions:
• Only one entry per person is allowed
• Winners will be decided by KCCI and all decisions will remain final
• It will remain open till 20th of November
• Winners will be decided by a random picker tool for all participants who get all answers right |
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KPOP songs can comfort us in an overwhelming manner. They have a special way of crafting words that resonates with what you are feeling. It can remind you that it is totally okay to feel what you are feeling and you’ll get through it.
If you are low or you just need a pause in your everyday life, put on your headphones and listen as these songs embrace you. |
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BTS’s “Not Today,” released in February 2017, is the ultimate song to keep you hustling and fighting. This powerful pop song has a killer brass beat and strong lyrics that will invigorate you in the fight to keep discouragement from dragging you down.
K POP SONG
Song- Not Today
Singer- BTS
"If you can’t fly, then run
Today we will survive
If you can’t run, then walk
Today we will survive
If you can’t walk, then crawl
Even if you have to crawl, gear up
Aim your gun! Ready! Fire!" | 
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“I,” released in 2015, is the perfect song to help you rediscover wonder and adventure in life on days when you’re having trouble feeling it. Taeyeon’s strong vocals combined with the truth Verbal Jint drops in his raps make this a refreshing and powerful song to lift your spirits.
K POP SONG
Song- I
Singer- Taeyeon ft. Verbal Jint
"Forgotten dream, I draw it again in my heart
Collect all of the times I withdrew and swallow it
Small memories wake me up one by one
It opens me up, as if it'll fill the whole world"
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With the prevalence of social media, it’s so easy to compare yourself to others and feel like you’re not enough. But in “My Pace,” the relatable and down-to-earth members of Stray Kids remind us that it’s okay to go at your own pace in the race of life. Released in 2018, this song is sure to make you feel better and like you can run a little longer.
K POP SONG
Song- My Pace
Singer- Stray Kids
"There's no need to rush, my pace
Don't compare yourself with others
It's okay to run slower
Just follow my lane, my lane
Take it easy
Just look ahead and run"
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This sweet duet by Eric Nam and former-I.O.I. member Jeon Somi talks about falling in love with someone at first sight. It talks about how even just one look has them in love and how their love is like something out of a dream. This song is perfect for spring… or for those who wish spring would come sooner!
K POP SONG
Song- You, Who?
Singer- Eric Nam feat. Jeon Somi
"A small flower blossomed on top of that tree
Who came to this spot?
This dazzling season that blooms early flowers
Like a watercolour, you spread inside of me
Everything I look at and listen to with you, baby
All seems like a miracle"
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“Dream” is a song that compares their love to a dream. A sweet dream, a dream that they wish they could never wake up from. The man says something sweet, but the girl believes it to be a sweet lie, even if what he is saying is true. She realizes that the sweet dream she has been dreaming is the one with her.
K POP SONG
Song- Dream
Singer- Baekhyun and Suzy
"Dream, that I can never have again
That was really sweet
I think you are just like the dream
Dream that I get to keep thinking
About all day, that was really sweet
That’s you..."
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Korean paper – Traditional art form with a multitude of modern uses
Traditional Korean paper or Hanji - papermaking is an ancient Korean art form using the inner bark of the Paper Mulberry tree. This strong, beautiful paper handmade from the mulberry tree is a precious cultural heritage that is invaluable today.
<Various types of beautifully colored traditional hanji made by a hanji artisan.>
Preserved record of over a thousand years
Hanji is a form of traditional Korean paper that uses the bark of the mulberry tree as its base ingredient. After paper was first imported from China, ancient Koreans developed their own unique method of making hanji, which has strong and durable fibers that are also very soft to the touch. Two important historic Korean documents were printed on hanji: the Mujujeonggwang Daedaranigyeong (704 A.D.), which is acknowledged as the first printed document in the world; and the Daebanggwang Bulhwaeomgyeong, which was produced in 755 A.D. Having made possible the first-ever woodblock printing culture in the world and possessing outstanding preservation qualities—lasting over 1,000 years—hanji is indeed an invaluable cultural heritage. Hanji's endurance is even more remarkable when we compare it to modern CDs or microfilm. |
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<The Mujujeonggwang Daedaranigyeong has remained almost perfectly intact for over a millennium.>
In addition to its amazing strength, hanji boasts outstanding permeability for air and moisture, a soft texture, flexibility, durability, and the ability to well-reflect and absorb all colors. Due to its excellent absorption, soundproofing, and insulation capabilities, it has been used since antiquity in the building of houses by being pasted onto walls, door frames, floors, and even used to make furniture. |
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<Various types of hanji sold in a shop in Insadong, a neighborhood in Seoul best known for its antiques and traditional Korean handicrafts.> |
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BEAUTIFUL NATURE & TASTY FOOD IN KOREA'S WEST COAST: South Korea's western coast is rather unexplored by the international tourist. It consists of a unique combination of mudflats, beaches and most importantly amazing local food! This travel article takes you to the most popular places to include in your next travel itinerary. Read more... |
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NETFLIX SUPERHIT 'SQUID GAME' IS DRAWING ATTENTION TO JEJU ISLAND: The popularity of Netflix's original series "Squid Game" is pushing up global audiences' awareness of Jeju Island, after a brief reference to the scenic island during an episode of the Korean drama series. Read more... |
VACCINATION INCENTIVE FOR OVERSEAS VISITORS: For visitors wanting to travel for the purpose of important business, academia, visiting immediate family or attending family funeral, quarantine exception policy has been announced for persons fully vaccinated with WHO approved vaccines. For details click here.. |
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SOCIAL DISTANCING LEVELS EXTENDED IN KOREA: Currently prevailing social distancing levels (level 4 in metropolitan areas and level 3 in regional areas) will remain applicable in South Korea. For more information click here... |
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However, when her chance to live a normal life is ruined by other vampires, Hayan is forced to draw on her darkest secret to rid the world of the merciless hunters that took it over a decade ago and face her past in the process. With the help of rising detective Captain Hwang, Hayan steps up to protect those she loves while exacting her revenge.
The comic follows Hayan Park, a white-haired pure-blood vampire that also takes on the guise of a normal (and brunette) human by day.
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