Writer: Tejaswini Rao Itham (Telangana, Hyderabad, India) Editor: Arpita Jena (Baripada, Odisha, India) As a translator and interpreter, I frequently encounter certain Korean words that cannot be translated precisely. The nuances of these words are challenging to convey to another person without losing significant meaning in the translation. One such word is 정 (Jeong). 정…
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Nakhwa Nori: A Korean Festival of Light
Writers: Anika Chopra (Delhi, India) & Prachi Vaid (Delhi, India) Editor: Prachi Vaid (Delhi, India) South Korea is home to numerous traditional cultures and customs. One of them is Nakhwa Nori. Nakhwa Nori is a representative folk game of Haman-gun, held in spring around April-May, where charcoal powder produced by the village itself is rolled…
Indian and Korean Culture: Surprising Similarities You Might Not Know
Writers: Pratyusha Dash (Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India) & Ankita Panda (Kolkata, West Bengal, India) Editor: Ankita Panda (Kolkata, West Bengal, India) Have you ever found yourself deep into a K-drama, only to realise a few scenes or actions feel strangely close to home? It turns out that the two Asian countries we love so…
Esports in Korea (League of Legends)
Writers: Devanshi Ghanshala and Prachi Vaid (Delhi, India) Editor: Prachi Vaid (Delhi, India) ESPORTS IN SOUTH KOREA From PC Bangs to World Championships, South Korea holds a prominent and pioneering position in the world of esports. In 2000, South Korea established the Korean eSports Association (KeSPA), becoming one of the first countries ever to recognize…
Most Popular Mobile Games in South Korea
Writer: Pragyanshree Mishra (Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India) Editor: Khushi Vaid (Delhi, India) The gaming culture in South Korea is so vast that nearly every street has a PC café, and E-sports is an official event with a well-developed career in it. At a time when mobile games are gaining popularity, the gaming companies are also evolving….
5 Supernatural Creatures In Korean Folkore
Writer: Bhavika Sachan (Delhi, India) Editor: Prachi Vaid (Delhi, India) Korean mythology comprises folk tales and legends from various regions of North and South Korea that have become an integral part of Korean culture. It is a combination of local traditions and influences from religions such as Korean Shamanism, Buddhism, Taoism, and Confucianism. The earliest…
Hangeul Day: A Celebration of Korea’s Beautiful Alphabet
Writer: Mansha Chauhan (Delhi, India) Editor: Ankita Panda (Kolkata, West Bengal, India) Hangeul Day (한글날) is celebrated on October 9th, with a national holiday devoted to honoring the creation of the Korean script, one of the most logical and beautiful writing systems in the world. The streets are filled with banners of flowing Korean letters,…
Traditional and Modern Korean Fashion Trends
Writer: Neital Sharma (Jodhpur, Rajasthan, India) Editor: Divya Sonawane (Pune, Maharashtra, India) “The joy of dressing is an art.” This timeless thought perfectly captures the spirit of Korean fashion. From the flowing elegance of traditional hanboks to the bold, experimental styles of today’s streetwear, Korean fashion has always been about more than just clothing—it’s a…
5 Places You Must Visit in Tongyeong
Writer: Shivani Singh Chhaunkar (Delhi, India) Editor: Arpita Jena (Baripada, Odisha, India) Tongyeong has a lot to offer to travel enthusiasts. It is a coastal city which is located in the South Gyeongsang province of South Korea. It has historical and cultural significance, and it still holds importance due to its rich maritime history. Picture…
K-Webtoon Review: 5 Horror Webtoons You Must Read
Writer: Shuchi Sharma (Indore, Madhya Pradesh, India) Editor: Khushi Vaid ( Delhi, India) After reading webtoons of various genres, including romance, action, suspense, and drama. It’s time for some really spooky webtoons, which are easily available on Naver Webtoon app. So, without further delay, let’s dive into this article, where I’ll discussed some spine-chilling horror-based…