The culture and traditions of a country consists of many areas. It encompasses but is not limited to the religions, special events, people, food and values.
Ever since South Korea separated from North Korea in 1948, they have been developing in a different direction from them. The cultures and traditions touched on here, would only mainly apply to South Korea, and not of Korea as a whole.
Religions of South Korea are mainly Taoism & Buddhism and Christianity. Other religions include Confucianism, Islam, Shamanism, and Chondogyo.
Important festivals and holidays such as Lunar New year, also known as Chinese New Year elsewhere. Every year at this time of the year, Koreans make their way back to their hometowns to have a reunion with their family members. Another main festive holiday is Chuseok, which falls on the 15th day of the 8th lunar month. Families would pay respect to their ancestors and memorial rites are held. Other festive holidays.
Family is an important part of every Korean's life. Family values are emphasized on in the country, and family is placed before an individual. Family bonds run deep in the Korean culture.
Traditional clothing would be the hanbok. The top part is called a jeogori, blouse-like with long sleeves. The men's version is longer, stretching down to the waist. Women wear skirts (chima) while men wear baggy pants (paji). Accessories such as foot gear, jewelry, and headdresses or hair pins completes the outfit.
Important festivals and holidays such as Lunar New year, also known as Chinese New Year elsewhere. Every year at this time of the year, Koreans make their way back to their hometowns to have a reunion with their family members. Another main festive holiday is Chuseok, which falls on the 15th day of the 8th lunar month. Families would pay respect to their ancestors and memorial rites are held. Other festive holidays.
Family is an important part of every Korean's life. Family values are emphasized on in the country, and family is placed before an individual. Family bonds run deep in the Korean culture.
Traditional clothing would be the hanbok. The top part is called a jeogori, blouse-like with long sleeves. The men's version is longer, stretching down to the waist. Women wear skirts (chima) while men wear baggy pants (paji). Accessories such as foot gear, jewelry, and headdresses or hair pins completes the outfit.
Traditional food of Korea definitely links to Kimchi. Kimchi is fermented vegetable, usually spicy and made from cabbage.Traditional Korean meals are known for having many small side dishes together with rice. Rice is a must at every meal, however, this has changed with times as well. Soups and stews are common parts of every meal as well. They are often considered main dishes.
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