This Friday, February 20th, from 2:00 PM at the Expo Center “Flora” will be held the Day of Korean Culture “Let's Get to Know Korea”, under the motto “Discover Korea! Korea is waiting for you”.

The event is organized by the educational program for Korean language and culture with the support of Burgas Municipality and the Embassy of the Republic of Korea. The initiative aims to present the richness of Korean tradition and the dynamics of contemporary Korean culture through various creative, educational and practical activities aimed at students from Burgas.

During the event, participants will immerse themselves in the world of Korea through presentations, music, art, traditional games and culinary delights.

The main goal of the initiative is to promote intercultural understanding, active participation and cultural dialogue between Bulgaria and the Republic of Korea. The expected results include increased understanding of Korean culture among students, strengthening of cultural exchange and stimulating interest in learning the Korean language.

The organizers invite all students, teachers and lovers of Asian culture to become part of this inspiring journey to Korea.

PROGRAM

Presentations:

  • Geography and a brief history of Korea
  • Traditional and contemporary culture
  • Korean cuisine “Hansik” and Korean costume “Hanbok”

Singing Korean children's songs:

Students will present performances and introduce the audience to elements of Korean musical tradition.

Interactive workshops:

  • “Minhwa” Workshop
    • Introduction to traditional Korean folk painting
    • Creating your own small work in the “minhwa” style
  • Workshop with the Korean drum “Janggu”
    • Presentation of the instrument
    • Basic rhythms and demonstration
  • Workshop for “Hangul” bags
  • Decorating textile bags with letters from the Korean alphabet

Traditional Korean game “Gong-gi”

A fun and dynamic game of dexterity, popular among Korean children.

Korean snacks and gifts

  • Tasting of traditional and modern Korean sweets
  • Sharing impressions
  • Small thematic gifts for the participants