South Korea

The South Korean historical city of Andong, often referred to as the “spiritual capital” of Korea, has long been considered the heart of Korean Confucianism, traditional culture, and spiritual heritage. Surrounded by mountains and rivers, notably the Nakdong River, Andong…

“There is no ocean without an owner, no ice without a price. The melting opens routes, but also claims that are worth more than oil.” The Northern Sea Route (NSR), also known as the Northeast Passage, is a shipping route…

Annually hosted in Inchon city on the first day of Chuseok, also known as Korean Thanksgiving Day, the 23rd Chuseok International Sports Day was held on October 3, 2025, at the Namdong Neighborhood Park Stadium and Yeonsu Sports Park. The…

For 2 days, from 11-12 September 2025, one of Seoul’s iconic landmarks, the Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP), welcomed local and global start-ups, government officials, investors, AI gurus, and aspiring young creative talents, along with the public, for the annual Try…

As Autumn officially begins in September, South Korea is filled with festivals, events, and celebration schedules that bring festivity, joy, and unity across the country. On 30 August 2025, diverse foreign nationals set foot in Anseong city as global supporters…

August 1-3, 2025. At the mountain village of Ararichon in Jeongseon, Gangwon County, over 150 artists from 22 countries gathered for the World Arte Festival, under the slogan, “Hear the World, Heal the World.” For the third time, the festival…

In a time when the world is burdened by conflicts driven by greed, hatred, and unhealthy competition, the need for healing spaces has never been greater. Throughout history, humanity has turned to the mountains and forests in search of refuge,…

Since 2023, the South Korea-based World ARTE Festival has been an attractive event in bringing creative people together. This year, the third edition of the festival will take place from August 1-3, 2025, at Jeongseon Arari Village, a cultural village…

In early May, I shared a story of a Korean man, Seongwon LEE, a former Marine Corps officer turned government official, who set foot on a 560-kilometer Journey from Seoul to Busan for Service Dogs and Veterans. On 13 May 2025,…

In an era where many campaigns are often backed by major company sponsors and media coverage, a brave and brilliant Korean man, Seongwon LEE, a former Marine Corps officer turned government official, has chosen a unique personal initiative that he…