[태그:] Korean History
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Celebrate Admiral Yi Sun-sin’s 480th Birthday with a Spectacular Festival! 🎉
Get ready to step back in time and honor a Korean hero! The 64th Asan Seongwoong Yi Sun-sin Festival is coming to town, marking the 480th anniversary of Admiral Yi Sun-sin’s birth. From April 25th to 27th, Asan City in South Korea will be buzzing with historical reenactments, exciting performances, and fun activities for everyone.…
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Gwanghwamun Square’s Admiral Yi Sun-sin Statue Gets a Deep Clean! 🧽
Seoul’s iconic Admiral Yi Sun-sin statue, located in Gwanghwamun Square, received its annual cleaning on April 16th. Seoul Metropolitan Government employees meticulously scrubbed away the grime to keep the statue looking its best. ✨ Here’s how they did it: Low-Pressure Wash: They started by using a low-pressure washer and soft cloths to remove surface dirt…
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Jeju 4·3 Special Exhibition in Paris Attracts Attention Amidst UNESCO Recognition 🇫🇷🤝🇰🇷
The Jeju 4·3 Special Exhibition held at the Korean Pavilion in the Cité Internationale Universitaire de Paris (CIUP) from September 9th to 15th has garnered significant attention, coinciding with the UNESCO designation of the 4·3 archives as a World Heritage Record. This event has drawn local Korean residents and international students alike. Key Highlights: High…
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Gwanghwamun Square Sparkles: Seoul Cleanses Statues of King Sejong and Admiral Yi 🧼✨
Seoul is giving its iconic statues a spring cleaning! 🏙️ On April 15th and 16th, the statues of King Sejong the Great and Admiral Yi Sun-sin in Gwanghwamun Square are undergoing a thorough wash. King Sejong, the creator of Hangeul (한글), the Korean alphabet, and Admiral Yi Sun-sin, a naval hero celebrated for his victories…
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Remembering the Victims: Hwaseong Commemorates the Jaeam-ri and Goju-ri Massacre 🕊️
Hwaseong City is set to hold a memorial ceremony to honor the victims of the Jaeam-ri and Goju-ri Massacre, which occurred during the Japanese colonial period. This event commemorates the sacrifices of the patriots who lost their lives during this tragic event. Event Details The memorial ceremony will take place on April 15th at 2…
