Korea has a long history of over 5,000 years. Major periods include the Three Kingdoms period followed by Goryeo and Joseon dynasties. Korea experienced Japanese occupation from 1910 to 1945. It is now divided between North and South Korea. South Korea has seen rapid economic growth and is a global cultural exporter, especially of pop culture through the Korean Wave. Korea has contributed significant cultural achievements including the invention of the Korean alphabet Hangul, exquisite ceramics and art, Buddhist philosophy and architecture.
Korean culture has a long history dating back over 4,000 years, shaped by major invasions and wars over the past 2,000 years. Religions like Shamanism, Buddhism, Daoism, and Confucianism have historically influenced Koreans, and traditional clothing, music, and cuisine remain important parts of Korean culture today.
South Korea has a developed economy led by technology companies like Samsung and LG. Its culture, especially K-pop music and TV, has become widely popular throughout Asia and other parts of the world in a phenomenon called the "Korean Wave". Traditional Korean culture was influenced by China but Koreans believe their cuisine, language, and alphabet set them apart from other Asian cultures. Nearly half the population does not follow a particular religion, with Christianity and Buddhism each having about a quarter of adherents. Baseball and martial arts like taekwondo are popular sports in Korea.
South Korea has experienced periods of democratic and autocratic rule since its establishment in 1948 after the division of Korea. It developed rapidly from one of Asia's poorest nations in the 1960s to one of the world's wealthiest today through expansion of education and its strong economy. South Korea has a population of around 50 million people that is largely homogeneous and concentrated in urban areas like the capital city of Seoul.
This document provides an overview of Korean culture across multiple sections. It begins with definitions of culture and the origin of the word. It then discusses general concepts of culture and properties. Following sections explore the understanding of Korean traditional culture, the power of culture, historical and cultural heritage, spiritual and cultural heritage. Additional sections cover challenges, the era of cultural industry, etiquette, table manners, traditional dances, and traditional clothing. The document aims to comprehensively introduce various aspects of Korean culture.
South Korea Presentation - Various TopicsAbhishek AN
South Korea was divided after World War 2, with the North invading the South in 1950 starting the Korean War. While an armistice was signed in 1953, the two Koreas remain technically at war. The document provides background on South Korea's geography, history, government and politics, military, economy, culture and tourism. It highlights South Korea's transformation to a high-tech industrialized country with a highly educated population and strong international trade ties.
Korean culture has many elements including rich cuisine. Traditional Korean meals usually consist of rice, noodles, soup and fish served together family style. Music is also an important part of Korean culture, featuring instruments like the gayageum, geomungo and yanggeum. Buddhism is the most common religion, and Koreans honor deceased loved ones with memorial meals and ceremonies over several days.
The document provides an overview of Korean culture, including food, clothing, religion, education, sports, and occupations. Some key aspects summarized are: Korean food focuses on rice, vegetables, and kimchi. Traditional hanbok clothing differs by gender and social class. Religion in Korea is diverse with influences from Buddhism, Christianity, and Confucianism. Education is extremely important and competitive in Korean culture. Popular sports include baseball and industries like Samsung, LG, and Hyundai employ many people.
Korean culture has a long history dating back over 4,000 years, shaped by major invasions and wars over the past 2,000 years. Religions like Shamanism, Buddhism, Daoism, and Confucianism have historically influenced Koreans, and traditional clothing, music, and cuisine remain important parts of Korean culture today.
South Korea has a developed economy led by technology companies like Samsung and LG. Its culture, especially K-pop music and TV, has become widely popular throughout Asia and other parts of the world in a phenomenon called the "Korean Wave". Traditional Korean culture was influenced by China but Koreans believe their cuisine, language, and alphabet set them apart from other Asian cultures. Nearly half the population does not follow a particular religion, with Christianity and Buddhism each having about a quarter of adherents. Baseball and martial arts like taekwondo are popular sports in Korea.
South Korea has experienced periods of democratic and autocratic rule since its establishment in 1948 after the division of Korea. It developed rapidly from one of Asia's poorest nations in the 1960s to one of the world's wealthiest today through expansion of education and its strong economy. South Korea has a population of around 50 million people that is largely homogeneous and concentrated in urban areas like the capital city of Seoul.
This document provides an overview of Korean culture across multiple sections. It begins with definitions of culture and the origin of the word. It then discusses general concepts of culture and properties. Following sections explore the understanding of Korean traditional culture, the power of culture, historical and cultural heritage, spiritual and cultural heritage. Additional sections cover challenges, the era of cultural industry, etiquette, table manners, traditional dances, and traditional clothing. The document aims to comprehensively introduce various aspects of Korean culture.
South Korea Presentation - Various TopicsAbhishek AN
South Korea was divided after World War 2, with the North invading the South in 1950 starting the Korean War. While an armistice was signed in 1953, the two Koreas remain technically at war. The document provides background on South Korea's geography, history, government and politics, military, economy, culture and tourism. It highlights South Korea's transformation to a high-tech industrialized country with a highly educated population and strong international trade ties.
Korean culture has many elements including rich cuisine. Traditional Korean meals usually consist of rice, noodles, soup and fish served together family style. Music is also an important part of Korean culture, featuring instruments like the gayageum, geomungo and yanggeum. Buddhism is the most common religion, and Koreans honor deceased loved ones with memorial meals and ceremonies over several days.
The document provides an overview of Korean culture, including food, clothing, religion, education, sports, and occupations. Some key aspects summarized are: Korean food focuses on rice, vegetables, and kimchi. Traditional hanbok clothing differs by gender and social class. Religion in Korea is diverse with influences from Buddhism, Christianity, and Confucianism. Education is extremely important and competitive in Korean culture. Popular sports include baseball and industries like Samsung, LG, and Hyundai employ many people.
Korea is located on the continent of Asia. Traditional Korean clothing includes the hanbok, consisting of a jeogori jacket and chima skirt for women, and a longer jeogori for men. The main staples of Korean cuisine are rice, kimchi (spicy cabbage), and dishes are served family style on the table. Popular sports include baseball and traditional games like taekwondo and kite flying. Education is highly valued in Korea, with students attending school for many hours each day and additionally attending academies at night to prepare for university entrance exams.
Ancient Korea was divided into tribes by 4000 BC that eventually organized into kingdoms like Goguryeo, Baekje, and Silla. Silla allied with China to defeat the other kingdoms in 660-668 AD, forming the first unified Korean state. Korea was then ruled by dynasties like Goryeo and Joseon until Japanese colonization from 1910-1945. After World War 2, Korea was divided at the 38th parallel into Soviet-backed North Korea and US-backed South Korea. North Korea developed a repressive communist regime under Kim Il Sung while South Korea transformed from a poor nation into a prosperous democracy through economic development led by authoritarian rulers until democratic elections began in the late 1980s
South Korea has a population of around 48 million people, most of whom live in urban areas like the capital Seoul. K-pop music has become popular internationally, while traditional Korean architecture features wooden temples. Texting is a major form of communication, and Western brands are commonly worn, but traditional hanboks are still used on special occasions.
South Korea has a population of around 49 million people, with Seoul as its capital city. The official language is Korean, and the country has a long history dating back thousands of years. Some of South Korea's key industries today include electronics, automobiles, and shipbuilding. The country has a highly developed economy and is known for technological innovations in areas like displays, semiconductors, smartphones, and shipbuilding.
South Korea has around 50 million people mostly living in dense urban areas. Its economy relies heavily on electronics, automotive, shipbuilding and petrochemical exports, driven by large conglomerates like Samsung and LG as well as the government's investment in education and technology. South Korean culture places great emphasis on education, hard work, collectivism and maintaining social harmony.
This is my power point presentation about South Korea for LIT 002 / World Literature.
Contents:
*geography
* brief history
* culture
* traditions
* literature
* landmarks
* economic
* others
This South Korea Power Point highlights these facts and much more including: 18 Points on General Information, 14 Points on Family Life, 11 Points on Food, 9 Points on Food Etiquette, 11 Points on Social Etiquette, 32 Points on Business Etiquette, and 9 Points on Trivia.
South Korea is a mountainous country located in East Asia, bordered by North Korea to the north and the Sea of Japan to the east. The capital and largest city is Seoul, home to over 10 million people. Other major cities include Busan, Incheon, and Daegu. Most of the population lives in urban areas along the western coast. The climate features four distinct seasons with hot, humid summers and cold, dry winters.
This document provides an overview of Korean history from prehistoric times through the Goryeo dynasty. It describes how the early Koreans migrated to the Korean peninsula around 4000 BCE and engaged in agriculture. It then outlines the three kingdoms period where Goguryeo, Baekje, and Silla emerged as independent states influenced by but not controlled by China. Silla eventually unified the peninsula and experienced a golden age under Queen Sondok's rule before declining. The Goryeo dynasty then ruled for nearly five centuries, achieving advances in Buddhism, arts, and inventing movable metal printing type centuries before Gutenberg.
Korea has a long history dating back thousands of years. It was originally comprised of three kingdoms - Goguryeo, Baekje, and Silla. Silla eventually unified the peninsula under its rule. The Goryeo dynasty then took over and established Korea's name. During the Joseon dynasty, Confucianism and the Korean alphabet were adopted. Korea suffered invasions from Japan and Manchu China before becoming annexed by Japan in 1910. After World War 2, Korea was divided along the 38th parallel, eventually leading to the establishment of North and South Korea and the Korean War.
South Korea is a country located in Eastern Asia. It has a population of over 50 million people and its capital and largest city is Seoul. The country was historically dominated by China and Japan, and was divided after World War II, with North Korea controlled by Russia and South Korea controlled by the US. It has since transformed into a highly developed, industrialized democracy and economic powerhouse known for technology companies like Samsung and Hyundai.
The document provides information about South Korea, including its flag (Taegeukgi), geography, capital city of Seoul, languages (Korean alphabet hangul), religions (Buddhism, Protestantism, Catholicism are most common), customs (New Years, harvest festivals), weddings ceremonies, taboos, lucky numbers, arts (court dances, musical instruments), foods (kimchi, bulgogi, bibimbap), costumes (hanbok), and stereotypes (Koreans drink too much, express themselves with color). References are provided at the end from websites on Korean culture, etiquette, religions, foods, weddings, and stereotypes.
An overview of South Korea. It's history and economy. Definitely useful for anyone wanting a quick understanding with some good leads to other sources. Written for a presentation for a position with a travel company.
China is home to over 1.9 billion people and has a long history and rich culture. The capital is Beijing and the most populous city is Shanghai. Some of the country's most famous landmarks include the Great Wall and Forbidden City. The predominant religions are Buddhism, Confucianism, and Taoism. The Chinese writing system uses symbols called hanzi rather than an alphabet. Popular dishes include dim sum, shark fin soup, and rice congee. Famous Chinese figures include Laozi, Confucius, Bruce Lee, and Jackie Chan. The national flag features red with stars representing unity under communist leadership. The official currency is the yuan.
Korean culture (Cross Cultural understanding)Dikha Wijanarko
The document provides an overview of various aspects of South Korean culture, including:
1. The South Korean flag features a white background with a red and blue symbol in the center and four black symbols in the corners.
2. Popular sports originating from Korea are Taekwondo, Taekkyeon, and Hapkido, which are martial arts, as well as popular TV dramas and K-pop music.
3. Well-known aspects of Korean cuisine include Bibimbap (mixed rice with vegetables and meat), Kimchi (fermented cabbage), and plastic surgery has become very common in South Korea.
Korea has been divided into North and South Korea since 1945. In ancient times, the Three Kingdoms of Goguryeo, Baekje, and Silla dominated the Korean peninsula and parts of Manchuria from the 1st to 7th centuries AD. Baekje was founded in 18 BC by King Onjo and played a key role in transmitting Chinese culture and Buddhism to Japan. It was conquered by the Silla-Tang alliance in 660 AD.
China has a population of over 1.4 billion people and its capital is Beijing. Mandarin is the most widely spoken language, while Confucianism, Taoism and Buddhism are the major religions. Traditional Chinese clothing includes the Pien Fu tunic and skirt, the Chang Pao one-piece dress, and the Shenyi stitched one-piece dress. Chinese New Year, lantern festivals, and the lunar calendar are important parts of Chinese culture. China has a long history and significant historical sites include the Great Wall, Forbidden City, and Terracotta Army.
Korean meals traditionally consist of rice served with several side dishes. A typical meal includes soup, stew, simmered or braised meat/fish, seasoned vegetables or greens, fermented seafood, barbecued meats, pan-fried dishes like pancakes or dumplings, and porridge. Food is an important part of Korean culture and meals are served with etiquette rules depending on the dishes. Staple foods include steamed rice, porridge made from grains or vegetables, and soups made from meat, seafood or vegetables.
The document provides an overview of Chinese culture and history from 1800 to present day. It discusses the Qing dynasty's rule in 1800 and China's population and economic status at the time. Key events like the Opium Wars, Taiping Civil War, and Boxer Rebellion weakened the Qing dynasty. Several revolutions and civil wars led to changes in government. The Chinese Civil War brought the Communists to power under Mao Zedong, whose policies like the Great Leap Forward led to millions of deaths. China has experienced rapid economic growth since opening up after Mao's rule, though the authoritarian government continues to restrict freedoms.
Tram is a 20-year-old Vietnamese international business major at UNCG who recently studied abroad in South Korea for 5 months. Some key facts about South Korea are that Seoul is the capital, the official language is Korean, the currency is the Won, and the president is Park Geun-Hye. Important Korean phrases include "nice to meet you", "thank you", "I'm sorry", and "I love you".
Korea has a long history dating back over 5,000 years. Major periods include the Three Kingdoms period in which states like Goguryeo, Baekje and Silla emerged, followed by periods of rule by the Goryeo and Joseon dynasties. Korea was occupied by Japan from 1910 to 1945. Today, South and North Korea remain divided. South Korea has seen rapid economic growth and its culture has gained global popularity through the Korean Wave. Korea has contributed significant cultural achievements including inventions like hangul, the Korean alphabet, and intangible cultural heritage recognized by UNESCO.
Korea has a long history of over 5,000 years with influences from China and Japan. It was divided in the 20th century but has since grown its economy to become the 12th largest in the world. Korean culture such as K-pop and TV dramas have also spread globally in recent decades through the Korean Wave. Korea has contributed many innovations throughout history such as inventing the world's first metal printing type, woodblock printing, and alphabet known as Hangul.
Korea is located on the continent of Asia. Traditional Korean clothing includes the hanbok, consisting of a jeogori jacket and chima skirt for women, and a longer jeogori for men. The main staples of Korean cuisine are rice, kimchi (spicy cabbage), and dishes are served family style on the table. Popular sports include baseball and traditional games like taekwondo and kite flying. Education is highly valued in Korea, with students attending school for many hours each day and additionally attending academies at night to prepare for university entrance exams.
Ancient Korea was divided into tribes by 4000 BC that eventually organized into kingdoms like Goguryeo, Baekje, and Silla. Silla allied with China to defeat the other kingdoms in 660-668 AD, forming the first unified Korean state. Korea was then ruled by dynasties like Goryeo and Joseon until Japanese colonization from 1910-1945. After World War 2, Korea was divided at the 38th parallel into Soviet-backed North Korea and US-backed South Korea. North Korea developed a repressive communist regime under Kim Il Sung while South Korea transformed from a poor nation into a prosperous democracy through economic development led by authoritarian rulers until democratic elections began in the late 1980s
South Korea has a population of around 48 million people, most of whom live in urban areas like the capital Seoul. K-pop music has become popular internationally, while traditional Korean architecture features wooden temples. Texting is a major form of communication, and Western brands are commonly worn, but traditional hanboks are still used on special occasions.
South Korea has a population of around 49 million people, with Seoul as its capital city. The official language is Korean, and the country has a long history dating back thousands of years. Some of South Korea's key industries today include electronics, automobiles, and shipbuilding. The country has a highly developed economy and is known for technological innovations in areas like displays, semiconductors, smartphones, and shipbuilding.
South Korea has around 50 million people mostly living in dense urban areas. Its economy relies heavily on electronics, automotive, shipbuilding and petrochemical exports, driven by large conglomerates like Samsung and LG as well as the government's investment in education and technology. South Korean culture places great emphasis on education, hard work, collectivism and maintaining social harmony.
This is my power point presentation about South Korea for LIT 002 / World Literature.
Contents:
*geography
* brief history
* culture
* traditions
* literature
* landmarks
* economic
* others
This South Korea Power Point highlights these facts and much more including: 18 Points on General Information, 14 Points on Family Life, 11 Points on Food, 9 Points on Food Etiquette, 11 Points on Social Etiquette, 32 Points on Business Etiquette, and 9 Points on Trivia.
South Korea is a mountainous country located in East Asia, bordered by North Korea to the north and the Sea of Japan to the east. The capital and largest city is Seoul, home to over 10 million people. Other major cities include Busan, Incheon, and Daegu. Most of the population lives in urban areas along the western coast. The climate features four distinct seasons with hot, humid summers and cold, dry winters.
This document provides an overview of Korean history from prehistoric times through the Goryeo dynasty. It describes how the early Koreans migrated to the Korean peninsula around 4000 BCE and engaged in agriculture. It then outlines the three kingdoms period where Goguryeo, Baekje, and Silla emerged as independent states influenced by but not controlled by China. Silla eventually unified the peninsula and experienced a golden age under Queen Sondok's rule before declining. The Goryeo dynasty then ruled for nearly five centuries, achieving advances in Buddhism, arts, and inventing movable metal printing type centuries before Gutenberg.
Korea has a long history dating back thousands of years. It was originally comprised of three kingdoms - Goguryeo, Baekje, and Silla. Silla eventually unified the peninsula under its rule. The Goryeo dynasty then took over and established Korea's name. During the Joseon dynasty, Confucianism and the Korean alphabet were adopted. Korea suffered invasions from Japan and Manchu China before becoming annexed by Japan in 1910. After World War 2, Korea was divided along the 38th parallel, eventually leading to the establishment of North and South Korea and the Korean War.
South Korea is a country located in Eastern Asia. It has a population of over 50 million people and its capital and largest city is Seoul. The country was historically dominated by China and Japan, and was divided after World War II, with North Korea controlled by Russia and South Korea controlled by the US. It has since transformed into a highly developed, industrialized democracy and economic powerhouse known for technology companies like Samsung and Hyundai.
The document provides information about South Korea, including its flag (Taegeukgi), geography, capital city of Seoul, languages (Korean alphabet hangul), religions (Buddhism, Protestantism, Catholicism are most common), customs (New Years, harvest festivals), weddings ceremonies, taboos, lucky numbers, arts (court dances, musical instruments), foods (kimchi, bulgogi, bibimbap), costumes (hanbok), and stereotypes (Koreans drink too much, express themselves with color). References are provided at the end from websites on Korean culture, etiquette, religions, foods, weddings, and stereotypes.
An overview of South Korea. It's history and economy. Definitely useful for anyone wanting a quick understanding with some good leads to other sources. Written for a presentation for a position with a travel company.
China is home to over 1.9 billion people and has a long history and rich culture. The capital is Beijing and the most populous city is Shanghai. Some of the country's most famous landmarks include the Great Wall and Forbidden City. The predominant religions are Buddhism, Confucianism, and Taoism. The Chinese writing system uses symbols called hanzi rather than an alphabet. Popular dishes include dim sum, shark fin soup, and rice congee. Famous Chinese figures include Laozi, Confucius, Bruce Lee, and Jackie Chan. The national flag features red with stars representing unity under communist leadership. The official currency is the yuan.
Korean culture (Cross Cultural understanding)Dikha Wijanarko
The document provides an overview of various aspects of South Korean culture, including:
1. The South Korean flag features a white background with a red and blue symbol in the center and four black symbols in the corners.
2. Popular sports originating from Korea are Taekwondo, Taekkyeon, and Hapkido, which are martial arts, as well as popular TV dramas and K-pop music.
3. Well-known aspects of Korean cuisine include Bibimbap (mixed rice with vegetables and meat), Kimchi (fermented cabbage), and plastic surgery has become very common in South Korea.
Korea has been divided into North and South Korea since 1945. In ancient times, the Three Kingdoms of Goguryeo, Baekje, and Silla dominated the Korean peninsula and parts of Manchuria from the 1st to 7th centuries AD. Baekje was founded in 18 BC by King Onjo and played a key role in transmitting Chinese culture and Buddhism to Japan. It was conquered by the Silla-Tang alliance in 660 AD.
China has a population of over 1.4 billion people and its capital is Beijing. Mandarin is the most widely spoken language, while Confucianism, Taoism and Buddhism are the major religions. Traditional Chinese clothing includes the Pien Fu tunic and skirt, the Chang Pao one-piece dress, and the Shenyi stitched one-piece dress. Chinese New Year, lantern festivals, and the lunar calendar are important parts of Chinese culture. China has a long history and significant historical sites include the Great Wall, Forbidden City, and Terracotta Army.
Korean meals traditionally consist of rice served with several side dishes. A typical meal includes soup, stew, simmered or braised meat/fish, seasoned vegetables or greens, fermented seafood, barbecued meats, pan-fried dishes like pancakes or dumplings, and porridge. Food is an important part of Korean culture and meals are served with etiquette rules depending on the dishes. Staple foods include steamed rice, porridge made from grains or vegetables, and soups made from meat, seafood or vegetables.
The document provides an overview of Chinese culture and history from 1800 to present day. It discusses the Qing dynasty's rule in 1800 and China's population and economic status at the time. Key events like the Opium Wars, Taiping Civil War, and Boxer Rebellion weakened the Qing dynasty. Several revolutions and civil wars led to changes in government. The Chinese Civil War brought the Communists to power under Mao Zedong, whose policies like the Great Leap Forward led to millions of deaths. China has experienced rapid economic growth since opening up after Mao's rule, though the authoritarian government continues to restrict freedoms.
Tram is a 20-year-old Vietnamese international business major at UNCG who recently studied abroad in South Korea for 5 months. Some key facts about South Korea are that Seoul is the capital, the official language is Korean, the currency is the Won, and the president is Park Geun-Hye. Important Korean phrases include "nice to meet you", "thank you", "I'm sorry", and "I love you".
Korea has a long history dating back over 5,000 years. Major periods include the Three Kingdoms period in which states like Goguryeo, Baekje and Silla emerged, followed by periods of rule by the Goryeo and Joseon dynasties. Korea was occupied by Japan from 1910 to 1945. Today, South and North Korea remain divided. South Korea has seen rapid economic growth and its culture has gained global popularity through the Korean Wave. Korea has contributed significant cultural achievements including inventions like hangul, the Korean alphabet, and intangible cultural heritage recognized by UNESCO.
Korea has a long history of over 5,000 years with influences from China and Japan. It was divided in the 20th century but has since grown its economy to become the 12th largest in the world. Korean culture such as K-pop and TV dramas have also spread globally in recent decades through the Korean Wave. Korea has contributed many innovations throughout history such as inventing the world's first metal printing type, woodblock printing, and alphabet known as Hangul.
Explanation by ni putu puspita history and culture of koreasman 2 mataram
This document provides an overview of the history, culture, and religions of Korea. It discusses Korea's location between China and Japan and interactions with those countries. The document outlines Korea's dynastic history from ancient kingdoms to the Joseon dynasty. It also summarizes key aspects of Korean culture like language, arts, dance, music, dress, food, and traditional religions like shamanism, Buddhism, Confucianism, and the later introduction of Christianity.
Explanation by ni putu puspita history and culture of koreasman 2 mataram
Korea is located between China and Japan and has been influenced by both neighbors. The Korean people are descendants of migrants from Siberia and their language is considered language isolate. Korea has a long history with various dynasties ruling the country from 2333 BC to 1910 AD when Korea became a Japanese colony. Traditional Korean culture includes arts like painting and ceramics, dances, unique styles of dress, cuisine like kimchi, and the Korean alphabet Hangul. Major religions practiced in Korea are shamanism, Buddhism, Confucianism, and Christianity.
Explanation by ni putu puspita history and culture of koreasman 2 mataram
Korea is located between China and Japan and has been influenced by both neighbors. The Korean people are descendants of migrants from Siberia and their language is considered language isolate. Korea has a long history with various dynasties ruling the country from 2333 BC to 1910 AD. Korean culture is demonstrated through traditions like Korean ceramics, dance, music, food and dress. The major religions in Korea are Korean shamanism, Buddhism, Confucianism and Christianity which were introduced at different times and had varying levels of influence.
Explanation by ni putu puspita history and culture of koreasman 2 mataram
Korea is located between China and Japan and has been influenced by both neighbors. The Korean people are descendants of migrants from Siberia and their language is considered isolated. Korea has a long history with various dynasties ruling the country from ancient times through the early 20th century. Traditional Korean culture includes arts like painting and ceramics, dances, unique styles of dress, cuisine featuring rice and side dishes like kimchi, and the Korean alphabet Hangul. Major religions practiced in Korea today are Buddhism, Christianity, and Korean shamanism.
The document provides information about Korean literature and culture. It discusses the geography of the Korean peninsula and its division into North and South Korea. It then summarizes some key aspects of each country, including their education systems, languages, cuisines, sports, music, traditional clothing, architecture, and historical dynasties. The document also outlines the development of Korean literature from early classical works to its flourishing in modern times, noting influence from Buddhism, Confucianism and periods of colonial rule and war.
Korea is a peninsula located in East Asia that is divided into two sovereign states - North Korea and South Korea. The name "Korea" comes from the name of the Korean kingdom of Goryeo which ruled the peninsula in the Middle Ages. In South Korea, the whole peninsula is referred to as Hanguk, while in North Korea it is referred to as Chosŏn. Korea has a long history and was once divided into three kingdoms during the 1st century AD. In the late 14th century, the Joseon Dynasty united much of Korea and established Seoul as the capital. Korea was then occupied by Japan in the early 20th century and divided after World War 2, leading to
Korea is a peninsula located in East Asia that is divided into two sovereign states - North Korea and South Korea. The name "Korea" comes from the name of the Korean kingdom of Goryeo which ruled the peninsula in the Middle Ages. In South Korea, the whole peninsula is referred to as Hanguk, while in North Korea it is referred to as Chosŏn. Korea has a long history and was once divided into three kingdoms during the 1st century AD. In the late 14th century, the Joseon Dynasty united much of Korea and established Seoul as the capital. Korea was then occupied by Japan in the early 20th century and divided after World War 2, leading to
The document provides an overview of the geography, climate, history, and people of South Korea. It discusses South Korea's location and borders, coastal lines, climate with four distinct seasons, natural resources including coal and potential for hydropower, and irrigated land areas. It then reviews the early history of Korean kingdoms including Gojoseon, Goguryeo, Baekje, Silla, Goryeo, and Joseon dynasties. Finally, it mentions regional differences within South Korea and the country's ethnic homogeneity.
The document provides an overview of Korean history from 2333 BCE to 1910 CE. It summarizes the major dynasties and kingdoms, including Gojoseon, the Three Kingdoms period, Goryeo Dynasty, Joseon Dynasty, and the Japanese occupation period. Key developments discussed include the spread of Confucianism, Buddhism, the creation of hangul, ceramic and artistic achievements, and conflicts such as the Imjin War and Korea becoming a Japanese colony in 1910. The document uses comparisons to California to provide geographical and population context about Korea.
North Korea has a population of 24.8 million and is ruled by Supreme Leader Kim Jong Un under a one-party totalitarian system. The country maintains a closed, centralized economy that focuses on self-sufficiency and follows a policy of Juche ideology. North Korea experienced famine in the 1990s due to loss of trading partners and natural disasters, though the economy has since recovered somewhat through international aid and expanded market activities. The official state ideology is Juche, which emphasizes political and economic self-reliance and is embodied in the leadership of the Kim family.
The document provides an overview of Korean history from 2333 BC to 1 BC, discussing various theories and perspectives. It describes how Old Chosun originated from the Hong-San culture and was one of the Nine Hwans or Yi peoples. Over time, Old Chosun fragmented into multiple states like Buyeo, Goguryeo, and Silla. Archaeological evidence suggests Old Chosun had an advanced civilization but Chinese and Japanese historians have distorted Korean history for political purposes.
This presentation is an introduction to those yearning to learn Korean literature and culture. Also presented here are the literary backgrounds on how Korean undergo the learning English language.
Early Korean History and Culture by Albert ParkJini Shim
Presented at the 2017 Korean History and Culture Seminar for American Educators at Korean Cultural Center Los Angeles, hosted by National Korean Studies
- South Korea has experienced a tumultuous history including Japanese occupation, division after WWII along the 38th parallel, the Korean War, and periods of both democratic and autocratic rule. Its capital and largest city is Seoul.
- Some important South Korean cultural aspects include Buddhism and Christianity as major religions, Korean as the main language, festivals like Seollal and Samjinnal, films like The Admiral: Roaring Currents and Ode to My Father, and cuisine centered around rice, vegetables, meats and kimchi.
- Significant South Korean figures include King Sejong the Great who created the Korean alphabet, and modern leaders Kim Dae-jung, the first South Korean Nobel Peace Prize winner,
The document discusses the history of Old Chosun (ancient Korea) and provides alternative views to the traditional understanding. It suggests that Old Chosun originated from the Hong-San culture rather than the Baekhal Lake region. Archaeological evidence like ruins and artifacts found in Manchuria and Inner Mongolia dating back to 6200 BC support Old Chosun as a powerful civilization that existed in Northeast Asia before the states of Goguryeo, Baekje, Silla emerged. The relationships between Old Chosun and other contemporaneous cultures and states like Jusen, Buyeo, and the Xiongnu are unclear from historical records and remain topics of debate among Korean historians.
South Korea is located in East Asia, occupying the southern half of the Korean Peninsula. It shares land borders with North Korea and sea borders with China and Japan. The capital and largest city is Seoul, with other major cities including Busan, Daegu, Daejeon, Gwangju, Incheon, and Ulsan. South Korea has a population of around 49 million and a growing economy that is highly developed and ranks among the top 15 in the world. The country has a long history and was once comprised of independent kingdoms before being united. Key landmarks include palaces, temples, and natural areas like Jeju Island. South Korean culture is reflected in traditions like hanbok clothing, hanji paper
A workshop hosted by the South African Journal of Science aimed at postgraduate students and early career researchers with little or no experience in writing and publishing journal articles.
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2. KOREA
Located between China and
Japan
Continuous cultural and
geopolitcal interactions with
China and Japan
Korean language is considered
“language isolate”
3. Modern Korea
One of the world’s fastest growing economies
Korean GDP ranked No. 12 in the world
World’s 8th largest exporter
4. Korean Wave (Hallyu): Korean Cultural Export
since early 1990s
Korean movies, TV dramas, and pop-music are very popular around the
world; rapidly spreading beyond Asian countries
Korea is among the world’s top ten cultural exporters
“Rain”
“Wonder Girls” “DBSK”
“BigBang”
“Girls’ Generation” “Dae-Jang-Gum”
TV drama
“Super Junior”
5. Five Thousand Years of Korean History
Country Time
2333 B.C. Go-Joseon
1st centry B.C. Three kingdoms
(Shilla, Baekje and Goguryeo)
668 – 935 Shilla (south: 668-935)
Balhae (north: 698-926)
935 - 1392 Goryeo Dynasty
1392 – 1910 Joseon Dynasty
1910 - 1945 Japanese rule
1948 Established Republic of Korea in South,
Democratic Peoples Republic in the
North
1950-1953 Korean war
1961 Military coup
1988 Seoul Olympics
6. Go-Joseon Country Time
2333 B.C. Go-Joseon
1st centry B.C. Three kingdoms
(Shilla, Baekje and Goguryeo)
668 – 935 A.D. Shilla (south: 668-935)
Balhae (north: 698-926)
935 - 1392 Goryeo Dynasty
1392 – 1910 Joseon Dynasty
1910 - 1945 Japanese rule
1948 Established Republic of Korea in
South
1950-1953 Korean war
1961 Military coup
1998 Seoul Olympic Game
King Dan-gun established
Go-Joseon in 2333 B.C.
7. Three Kingdoms to
Goryeo
Country Time
10th centry B.C. Go-Joseon
1st centry B.C. Three kingdoms
(Shilla, Baekje and Goguryeo)
668 – 935 A.D. Shilla (south: 668-935)
Balhae (north: 698-926)
935 - 1392 Goryeo Dynasty
Shilla
Goryeo
Balhae
Buddhism became national religion.
Arts and culture flourished during
Shilla Dynasty.
Goguryeo
Baekje Shilla
8. Joseon Dynasty
Country Time
10th centry B.C. Go-Joseon
1st centry B.C. Three kingdoms
(Shilla, Baekje and Goguryeo)
668 – 935 A.D. Shilla (south: 668-935)
Balhae (north: 698-926)
935 - 1392 Goryeo Dynasty
1392 – 1910 Joseon Dynasty
Expanded territory boundary up to Yalu river in
north.
Confucianism was promoted by government.
Korean alphabet was invented.
Sijo became popular.
9. Japanese Rule
Country Time
10th centry B.C. Go-Joseon
1st centry B.C. Three kingdoms
(Shilla, Baekje and Goguryeo)
668 – 935 A.D. Shilla (south: 668-935)
Balhae (north: 698-926)
935 - 1392 Goryeo Dynasty
1392 – 1910 Joseon Dynasty
1910 - 1945 Japanese rule
Japan annexed Korea
by force in 1910.
Japan in 1938 outlawed
use of Korean language
in an attempt to eradicate
Korean national identity.
Deep lament and resentment toward invaders prevailed in Korean
literature and music, along with attempts to grapple with new,
modern forms.
10. Divided Peninsula
In 1945 at Postdam conference US
(Truman), USSR (Stalin) and UK (Churchil)
decided to divide Korean peninsula at 38th
parallel without consulting Koreans.
Country Time
10th centry B.C. Go-Joseon
1st centry B.C. Three kingdoms
(Shilla, Baekje and Goguryeo)
668 – 935 A.D. Shilla (south: 668-935)
Balhae (north: 698-926)
935 - 1392 Goryeo Dynasty
1392 – 1910 Joseon Dynasty
1910 - 1945 Japanese rule
1948 Established Republic of
Korea in South
1950-1953 Korean war
1961 Military coup
1988 Seoul Olympics
11. Korean War
North Korea invaded south by
launching surprise attack on
6/25/50.
United Nations forces led by US
defended South.
Many Koreans lost or separated
from family members in both
south and north.
Country Time
10th centry B.C. Go-Joseon
1st centry B.C. Three kingdoms
(Shilla, Baekje and Goguryeo)
668 – 935 A.D. Shilla (south: 668-935)
Balhae (north: 698-926)
935 - 1392 Goryeo Dynasty
1392 – 1910 Joseon Dynasty
1910 - 1945 Japanese rule
1948 Established Republic of
Korea in South
1950-1953 Korean war
1961 Military coup
1988 Seoul Olympics
12. Modern Korea
Economic development plan began
after military coup in 1961
2009 Korean GDP ranked No.12 in
the world.
Country Time
10th centry B.C. Go-Joseon
1st centry B.C. Three kingdoms
(Shilla, Baekje and Goguryeo)
668 – 935 A.D. Shilla (south: 668-935)
Balhae (north: 698-926)
935 - 1392 Goryeo Dynasty
1392 – 1910 Joseon Dynasty
1910 - 1945 Japanese rule
1948 Established Republic of Korea in
South
1950-1953 Korean war
1961 Military coup
1988 Seoul Olympics
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400
600
800
1000
1960 1970 1980 1990 2000 2008
13. Korean Alphabet: Hangul
King Sejong the Great invented Korean
alphabet in 1446.
Alphabet organizes written language
into syllabic units.
14 consonants & 10 vowels
Easy to learn:
"A wise man can acquaint himself with them before
the morning is over; a stupid man can learn them in
the space of ten days”.
From http://library.thinkquest.org/20746/non/info/index.html
14. Hangul (Korean Alphabet)
Purely phonetic alphabet
14 consonants
ㄱ ㄴ ㄷ ㄹ ㅁ ㅂ ㅅ ㅇ ㅈ ㅊ ㅋ ㅌ ㅍ ㅎ
10 vowels
아 야 어 여 오 요 우 유 으 이
Hangul is a scientific system, invented following the
shapes of vocal organs as they make sounds.
From http://library.thinkquest.org/20746/non/info/index.html
15. Traditional Arts: Painting
Typically use few color, leaving
background blank.
Often combined with poem.
Painters signed their artistic name and
signature stamps.
16. Korean Ceramics
Celadon with pale jade green glaze and inlaid
pattern was invented in 10th century during
Goryeo dynasty.
17. Korean Dance and Music
Court dance and music
Folk dance and music
19. Korean Food
Cooked rice, main dish, and side dishes
3-12 side dishes
Kimchi
fermented pickled vegetable with or
without hot pepper, hundreds of variations
Common elements of cooking
soy sauce
soy-bean paste (dyon-jang similar to miso)
hot-pepper paste (go-chu-jang)
sesame oil
Lots of vegetables
20. Religions of Korean People
(based on 2014 census report)
Buddhism
24.4%
Protestant
Christians
21.4%
Catholic
Christians
6.7%
Others 0.9%
No religion
46.5%
21. Korean Shamanism
Shamanism has deep roots in folk
beliefs.
Related to the ancient communal
worship rites offered to the gods of
heaven.
Participants seek to resolve human
problems through a meeting of
humans and the spirits mediated by
the shaman
Shaman is about to perform a ritual. The
shaman wears a colorful costume,
speaks in a trance as a spiritual oracle,
and sings and dances to music.
22. Korean Buddhism
Introduced to Korea during three kingdom era
(around 372 A.D.)
Became state religion in three kingdoms and
Goryeo dynasty
Deep influence in every aspect of Korean life,
culture, and arts
Currently about 24% of population is
Buddhist.
Buddha’s birthday is national holiday in Korea.
23. Korean Confucianism
Joseon dynasty promoted
Confucian philosophies as
national philosophy
Complex system, selectively
imported from China, of moral,
social, political, philosophical,
and quasi-religious thought.
Became an indispensable
component of the Korean moral
system, way of life, and laws
Memorial rite to the kings of the
Joseon Dynasty is performed at Jong-
myo Shrine
24. Korean Christianity
Catholicism was imported into Korea by a Korean
scholar, Yi Seung-hun, who was baptized while visiting
China.
Thousands of Catholics were executed during government
persecution inthe late Joseon dynasty.
103 martyrs were canonized in 1984.
Protestant missionaries came to Korea during
Japanese rule in the early 20th century.
Dedicated to higher education and health care
Catholics and Protestant Christians are more populous
in urban areas and often have higher education levels.
25. Ingenious Inventions:
Geobukseon (Turtle –
Shaped Warship)
The world first ironclad warship,
Geobukseon (Turtle-shaped Warship),
was built by General Yi Sun-shin in 1592
during the Japanese invasion.
The ships had armored and spiked
decks and cannons and were designed
to be highly maneuverable .
26. UNESCO’s World Cultural Heritages
Dolmen Sites
in Ganghwa,
Hwasun, &
Gochang
Gyeongju
Historic Areas
Tripitaka
Koreana
Woodblocks
Depository
Jongmyo Shrine
of Joseon Royal
Ancestors
Changdeok-
gung Palace
Seokguram
Grotto and
Bulguksa
Temple
27. UNESCO’s Memory of the World:
Movable Metal Type for Printing
Invented in 13th century (before 1232)
during Goryeo dynasty
The world oldest extant movable metal print book
is the Jikji (Korean Buddhist document), printed in
Korea in 1377.
78 years prior to Gutenburg’s metal type printing
28. UNESCO’s Memory of the World:
Printing Woodblocks of the Tripitaka Koreana
Woodblocks for printing
Tripitaka (Buddhist
scriptures)
81,258 pieces of
woodblocks
Took 16 years to complete
the project (1236-1251)
Woodblocks were treated
by a special process for
long-term preservation
29. UNESCO’s Memory of the World:
Bulguksa and Seok-gu-ram
Bulguksa,
Constructed in 751 AD during Shilla
kingdom
Main temple, gates, stone pagodas,
bridges are all architectural
masterpieces
Seokguram Grotto
Granite sanctuary for stone Buddha
Wearing a serene smile of
benevolence
30. UNESCO’s Memory of the World
Hunmin-Jeongum Manuscript: Korean Alphabet
Joseon Wangjo Sillok: The Annals of the Joseon Dynasty
Jikji (Vol II): Baegun Hwasang Chorok Bjuljo: “Anthology of
Great Buddhist Priests’ Zen Teachings”: The first printed
book using movable metal type
Uigwe: The Royal Protocols of the Joseon Dynasty
Donguibogam: Principles and Practice of Eastern
Medicine
Printing Woodblocks of the Tripitaka Koreana and
Miscellaneous Buddhist Scriptures: World oldest printing
woodblocks
Seugjeongwon Ilgi: The Diaries of the Royal Secretariat
Korea is a peninsula located between China and Japan. Some consider the Korean language as one a “language isolate”, a natural language with no demonstrable genealogical relationship with other languages; others note possible links to Altaic, or Japanese.
South Korea is a developed country and has had one of the world's fastest growing economies from the early 1960s. Korean GDP ranked No. 12 in the world. As of 2009, South Korea is the world's eighth largest exporter.
Well known Korean brands include Samsung, Hyundai, LG, and Kia motors.
Click the pictures to watch music videos and excerpts from TV dramas.
The Korean Wave (Hallyu, 한류, 韓流) refers to the increased popularity of South Korean culture around the world since 1990s. The term was coined in China in mid-1999 by Beijing journalists surprised by the fast growing popularity of South Koreans and South Korean goods in China. South Korea is among the world's top ten cultural exporters and the Korean wave began with the export of Korean TV dramas such as “Autumn Fairy Tale”, “Winter Sonata”, “Dae Jang Geum” (Jewel in the Palace), and “Princess Hours” across East and Southeast Asia. The growing success of Korean dramas was soon matched by Korean movies, popular music, food and language. While popular throughout Asia, the Korean Wave's influence is most visible in China, Japan and Southeast Asia, spreading to the Middle East and Russia.
The Korean Wave is rapidly expanding beyond Asia through the internet and has a substantial presence in North, Central and South America, and is increasingly becoming popular in the United States and Canada. It is gathering positive interest in North Africa. Currently, the Korean wave is starting to hit Europe (including United Kingdom, France, Spain, Germany), New Zealand, and Australia.
The history of Korea dates back almost 5,000 years. The country started modernization and economic development in the late nineteenth century, a process blocked by Japanese colonial annexation in 1910. Rapid economic and industrial development began again in the 1960s.
According to Korean mythology King Dan-gun was the founding father of Go-Joseon; his father was the son of a deity and his mother, a woman transformed from a bear. The Story of Dan-gun from the 13th century Remnants of the Three Kingdoms explains that a tiger and a bear prayed to be transformed into humans. The deity instructed them to eat only garlic while avoiding sunlight by staying in a cave for 40 days. Tiger could not stand it and left the cave before 40 days. The bear stayed in the cave for 40 days and became a woman, Woong-nyeo (in Korean it means bear woman) and married Hwan-woong, son of the deity. Woong-nyeo may have been a princess of a tribe worshiping bear, Hwan-woong, perhaps a prince of a strong tribe.
Go-Joseon was divided into three kingdoms, Goguryeo, Baekje, and Shilla. Shilla unified the peninsula by forming an alliance with Chinese Tang dynasty and attacking Goguryeo simultaneously. Descendants of Goguryeo established Balhae in the northern territory. Unified Shilla prospered with splendid artistic and cultural achievements for nearly 300 years. Gyeongju historic area , capital of the Shilla kingdom (57 BC – 935 AD), is a superb showcase of the kingdom’s achievements in arts, science, architecture, and landscape design. The area was designated as UNESCO’s World Cultural Heritage in 2000.
Buddhism was introduced to Korea during the 4th century and later became a state religion from late three kingdoms to Goryeo dynasty. Most of the national treasures of South Korea are Buddhist artifacts.
Lee Sung-gye overthrew Goryeo dynasty and established Joseon. He expanded territory to Yalu river. Current boundary between China and North Korea, Yalu river and Doo-man river, was established at this time. The fourth king, Sejong (1418-1450) brought many innovations to government, most famously Hangul, the Korean phonetic alphabet.
Japan modernized its army in late 19th century and built a strong military power. In early 20th century Japan invaded Korea and northern China. In its effort to eradicate Korean culture and identity, Japan in 1938 banned the use of the Korean language in schools, forced Koreans to abandon Korean names and change them to Japanese names. While many made such changes, however reluctantly, others, like the poet, Buddhist monk and resistance leader Han Yong-un (1879-1945). Korean resistance movement groups fought the Japanese in Korea and northern China. Koreans in Shanghai, the US and elsewhere in exile sought to gsin support to free Korea from Japanese rule, but in vain.
Surrender of Japan to the Allied Forces in August 1945 ended the Japanese occupation of Korea. Korean peninsula was divided at 38th parallel by Allied Forces (US, USSR and UK). Two competing provisional governments were formed: Republic of Korea (ROK, South Korea, also known as, Korea) in the south, backed by US, while the Democratic Peoples Republic Korea (DPRK, also known as North Korea) was established in the north under the supervision of the USSR with support also from communist China.
Armistice agreement was signed by UN, North Korea, and China in 1953 dividing Korea North and South at the 38th parallel. This was one of the bloodiest wars in human history. Total estimated military casualties were about 1.5 million (including 37,000 US soldiers); civilian casualties were about 2.5 million. Korean literature and music at this time reflect feelings of deep sorrow and hopelessness.
Korea (South Korea) is a developed country and it has one of the world's fastest growing economies from the early 1960s to the late 1990s. Korean GDP ranked No. 12 in the world. Koreans call this rapid transformation the “Miracle on the Han River.” The growth surge was achieved by concentrating on labor-intensive manufactured exports. As of 2009, South Korea is the world's eighth largest exporter.
Hangul is the only alphabet in the whole world invented by one person. It is a purely phonetic alphabet with 10 vowels and 14 constants.
Koreans used Chinese characters before the invention of Korean alphabet. The majority of Koreans were effectively illiterate before the invention of Hangul.
In explaining the need for the new script, King Sejong explained that the Korean language was different from Chinese; using Chinese characters to write was so difficult for the common people that only privileged aristocrats, usually male, could read and write. Hangul was designed so that even a commoner could learn to read and write.
"Hunmin Jeong-eum Explanation and Examples“ explains the design of the consonant letters according to “articulatory phonetics” and the vowel letters according to the principles of “yin and yang” and “vowel harmony”.
From http://library.thinkquest.org/20746/non/info/index.html
Hangul writing system reflects the characteristic of the sounds... each letter of Hangul was made with the shapes of the vocal organs in mind.
From http://library.thinkquest.org/20746/non/info/index.html
Most paintings’ background is left blank, allowing space for the viewer’s imagination. Signature of painter and seal in red ink are part of the painting. Often painters use multiple seals and seal engraving is an art itself. Calligraphy is an important part of the Korean painting.
Elegant jade-green celadon became a signature pottery of Goreyo dynasty perfecting the technique in mid 12th century. The inlaying technique of incising patterns on the surface of the vessel was an unique invention of Goreyo craftsman. In the entire world at the time, only China and Korea possessed the technology necessary to produce the celadon ceramic ware.
Click the title “Korean Dance and Music” to watch collage of Korean Dance.
Please click the pictures to watch video clips of Korean dance performances.
Court dancers often accompanied by an ensemble of Korean instruments. Some are slow and elegant (upper left), while others may start slow but tempo accelerates toward ending.
Upper right is Korean fan dance.
Folk dance and music are frequently played by farmers, after harvest or at the field to cheer up the famers at work. Percussion instruments are important parts of folk music. Farmers dance (bottom left) shows performers wearing hats with long tapes spinning. The performers spin the tapes by rotating their heads while playing small hand-drums and gongs. Gang-gang-suwol-rae (bottom right) was performed by young women under the bright full-moon festival at the first harvest known as Chu-seok (equivalent to Thanksgiving day in US). Click this picture and watch “Three-drum dance”.
Click Upper left Queen’s picture and watch a clip of Korean TV drama. Watch a variety of Korean dress worn by different class of people.
Click upper right “Woman’s picture and watch Korean dress fashion show at the 2009 Miss Korea pageant.
Frequently commoners wore white color, while the nobles and royalties wore colorful silk. Ancient Chinese called Koreans as “people who love to wear white clothes”.
Upper right: elegant Korean dress for upper class woman
Bottom right: young boy of upper class
Bottom middle: commoner man wearing horse tail hat speaking to noble woman in her study
Bottom left: wedding couple at wedding ceremony.
Upper left: dress of the Queen
More side dishes were served for more affluent people, while less were served for poor people.
Kimchi is fermented vegetables. Typical kimchi is made of Korean cabbage with hot pepper. Numerous variations of kimchi exist such as kimchi made with cucumber, radish, turnip, or green onions. Some kimchi is prepared without hot-pepper.
Pictures on left shows many side dishes; picture on right is Bi-bim-bap, rice with several vegetable and beef toppings served with hot-pepper paste and sesame oil.
Korea is one of few countries where Buddhism and Christianity coexist with almost equal strength.
Worldwide distribution of religion: Christianity (catholics + protestants + others) 33%, Buddhism 6%, Islam 21%, Hinduism 14%, no religion 16% (in 2005 from www.adherents.com)
Three elements are seen as essential to a “goot” (Korean shamanistic ritual): the spirits as the object of folk beliefs, the believers praying to those spirits, and the shaman mediating between the spirits and the believers.
Buddhism is a philosophy and religion, brought to Korea almost 1800 years ago. The principles of Buddhist teaching are deeply rooted in the way of life among Koreans regardless of their religion.
Many national treasures in art and architecture are Buddhism related, such as, Buddhist temple buildings or statues of Buddha.
Joseon dynasty adopted Confucianism as its ruling ideology. Important Korean Confucian ceremonies are “coming of age at age 15 years”, marriage, death, and the anniversary of an ancestor’s death. Among these, funerals had the greatest effect on people’s lives. The funeral was a way of expressing one’s innermost feelings, and its conduct and atmosphere depended on the degree of intimacy or formality in the relationship between the living and the deceased. The Joseon promoted a revised form of Confucianism,calld Neo-Confucianism, that had also been developed in China. In the 18th and 19th centuries, scholars developed and promoted the emergence of Silhak, or Practical Learning, which some see as an early step toward modern social and scientific practices.
Korea is the only country where Catholicism was brought in by a native missionary, Kim Dae-Gun, who went to a seminary in Macao. Rev. Kim returned to Korea as an ordained priest and was executed during persecution along with thousands of other fellow Catholics. The monument for martyrs is at the site of execution, Jul-Doo-San (meaning “mountain of beheading”).
Protestant evangelists came to Korean during the Japanese colonial occupation. They operated high schools, colleges, and hospitals and gained strong influence among better educated young people.
Currently, Korean missionaries, the world’s second largest group after Americans, are working in more than 150 countries.
Recognized as a breakthrough in military technology, Geobukseon replicas are on exhibit in a number of national museums, including the War Memorial of Korea, the War Memorial Museum in the U.S., the National Maritime Museum in England and historical museums in China, Germany and other countries.
Six historic sites in Korea have been accepted in the UNESCO’s World Cultural Heritage listing.
To be included on the World Heritage List, sites must possess outstanding universal value and meet at least one out of ten selection criteria.
Selection criteria:
1. to represent a masterpiece of human creative genius;
2. to exhibit an important interchange of human values, over a span of time or within a cultural area of the world, on developments in architecture or technology, monumental arts, town-planning or landscape design;
3. to bear a unique or at least exceptional testimony to a cultural tradition or 4. to a civilization which is living or which has disappeared;
5. to be an outstanding example of a type of building, architectural or technological ensemble or landscape which illustrates (a) significant stage(s) in human history;
6. to be an outstanding example of a traditional human settlement, land-use, or sea-use which is representative of a culture (or cultures), or human interaction with the environment especially when it has become vulnerable under the impact of irreversible change;
7. to be directly or tangibly associated with events or living traditions, with ideas, or with beliefs, with artistic and literary works of outstanding universal significance. (The Committee considers that this criterion should preferably be used in conjunction with other criteria);
8. to contain superlative natural phenomena or areas of exceptional natural beauty and aesthetic importance;
9. to be outstanding examples representing major stages of earth's history, including the record of life, significant on-going geological processes in the development of landforms, or significant geomorphic or physiographic features;
10. to be outstanding examples representing significant on-going ecological and biological processes in the evolution and development of terrestrial, fresh water, coastal and marine ecosystems and communities of plants and animals;
11. to contain the most important and significant natural habitats for in-situ conservation of biological diversity, including those containing threatened species of outstanding universal value from the point of view of science or conservation.
The protection, management, authenticity and integrity of properties are also important considerations.
Baegun hwasang chorok buljo jikji simche yojeol (Jikji) contains the essentials of Zen Buddhism compiled by priest Baegun in late Goryeo period. The book was printed in two volumes. The first volume is still missing and the second volume is kept in the Bibliothèque Nationale of France.
UNESCO Memory of the World (http://portal.unesco.org/ci/en/ev.php-URL_ID=22953&URL_DO=DO_TOPIC&URL_SECTION=201.html)
The Temple of Haeinsa, on Mount Kaya, is home to the Tripitaka Koreana, the most complete collection of Buddhist texts, engraved on 80,000 woodblocks between 1237 and 1248. The buildings of Janggyeong Pangeon, which date from the 15th century, were constructed to house the woodblocks, which are also revered as exceptional works of art. As the oldest depository of the Tripitaka, they reveal an astonishing mastery of the invention and implementation of the conservation techniques used to preserve these woodblocks. This project was an expression of pious devotion of king and its people to Buddha.
-Left: woodblock
-Center: aerial view of Hae-in-sa Temple
-Right: inside of depositories
UNESCO World Heritage (http://whc.unesco.org/en/list/737)
Established in the 8th century on the slopes of Mount T'oham, the Seokguram Grotto contains a monumental statue of the Buddha looking at the sea in the bhumisparsha mudra position. With the surrounding portrayals of gods, Bodhisattvas and disciples, all realistically and delicately sculpted in high and low relief, it is considered a masterpiece of Buddhist art in the Far East. The Temple of Bulguksa (built in 774) and the Seokguram Grotto form a religious architectural complex of exceptional significance.
UNESCO World Heritage (http://whc.unesco.org/en/list/736)
Seven treasurers from Republic of Korea have been registered in UNESCO’s Memory of the World registry program is aiming at preservation and dissemination of valuable archive holdings and library collections worldwide.