Arts-Culture
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Arts-Culture Nesvizh Palace in Belarus... The heart of Eastern European culture built by the Radziwill Family
By Diplomacy Journal Belarus Correspondent Kim Sun-ah Nesvizh, the ancient capital of Belarus, is called the heart of Eastern European culture. At its heart stands the Nesvizh Palace, embodying the glory and spirit of the Radziwill family. This place is considered a culmination of human culture, a place where knowledge, art, and faith have intertwined for centuries. This palace, designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2005, is now a museum and cradle of art, symbolizing the intersection of Belarusian identity and European civilization. The history of Nesvizh is synonymous with the history o
- Kim Sun-ah 기자
- 2025-10-29 15:45
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Arts-Culture Mir Castle in Belarus, a medieval jewel embracing peace and culture
Diplomacy Journal Belarus Correspondent Kim Sun-ah A crossroads of Eastern and Western civilizations recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site Located in the heart of Belarus, Mir Castle exudes a beauty reminiscent of a medieval legend. With its red bricks, white decorations, and five majestic towers, its majestic and elegant appearance resembles a historical painting. This is not just a building; it is a symbol of Belarus and a treasure trove of human culture, designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Traveling back in time, Mir Castle lives on today as a symbol of "peace" and "harmony." A fo
- Kim Sun-ah 기자
- 2025-10-29 11:59
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Arts-Culture Seoul City implements open-loop payments for international tourists
By Diplomacy Journal Kayla Lee The Seoul Metropolitan Government (SMG) will gradually introduce an EMV-based open-loop transit payment system to improve convenience for international tourists using public transportation. This system will allow travelers to ride buses and subways in Seoul directly with their overseas credit cards without purchasing or reloading a separate transit card. Following the pandemic, the number of international tourists to Seoul has surged. In 2024, the figure reached 16.36 million, and this year’s total is expected to exceed 20 million. However, travelers have continu
- Kayla Lee 기자
- 2025-10-28 14:09
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Arts-Culture Team Korea vows strong performance at the 2025 Tokyo Deaflympics
By Diplomacy Journal Kayla Lee Second Vice Minister Kim Dae-hyun of Culture, Sports and Tourism (MCST) attended the Team Korea Send-off Ceremony for the 2025 Tokyo Deaflympics held on October 22 (Wednesday), at Olympia Hall, Seoul Olympic Parktel, to deliver words of encouragement to the national para-sports athletes team competing in the Games. Deaflympics is an Olympic-level international sporting event for athletes with hearing impairments, hosted by the International Committee of Sports for the Deaf (ICSD). The Summer Games started in 1924, with the Winter Games from 1949, and both are hel
- Kayla Lee 기자
- 2025-10-27 15:33
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Arts-Culture "The World's First K-Folk Painting Exhibition" -- Invited by the National Museum of Folk Art of Belarus
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Jon-young The traditions of Korea, the easternmost tip, are blossoming in Minsk, Belarus, the heart of Eastern Europe. The "World's First K-Folk Painting Exhibition," held from October 30 to November 16, is the first overseas special exhibition of Korean folk painting, officially invited by the National Museum of Folk Art of Belarus. This exhibition, co-hosted by the World Culture Promotion Foundation and the Diplomacy Journal, features 52 Korean folk painting artists, opening a forum for cultural diplomacy where tradition and modernity, East and West, converge. Under
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- 2025-10-27 11:40
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Arts-Culture Korea Welcome Week offers diverse benefits for foreign tourists
By Diplomacy Journal Kayla Lee The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism and the Visit Korea Committee on Oct. 23 launched Korea Welcome Week through Nov. 9 at key hubs of tourism and transportation nationwide like Incheon International Airport, Gyeongju Station in Gyeongju, Gyeongsangbuk-do Province, Gimhae International Airport in Gimhae, Gyeongsangnam-do Province, and Busan Port, the Korea.net reported. This event seeks to welcome foreign tourists to Korea and promote domestic tourism ahead of the upcoming Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit and a peak tourism season in the co
- Kayla Lee 기자
- 2025-10-24 11:37
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Arts-Culture Global Culture Economy Link Association hosts ‘Global Students’ Culture Day’
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Kap-soo The Global Culture Economy Link Association (GCEL), chaired by Kim Ji-young (Julia), successfully hosted the event “Global Students’ Culture Day with the Children of Sundukhome” on October 22 at the Embassy Residence of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in Hannam-dong, Seoul. The event was organized in partnership with the Embassy of the United Arab Emirates in Seoul and began with a warm welcoming speech by H.E. Abdulla Saif Al Nuaimi, the Ambassador of the UAE to the Republic of Korea, followed by remarks from GCEL Chairperson Kim Ji-young. Ambassador Al Nuaimi
- Lee 기자
- 2025-10-23 16:51
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Arts-Culture [Damwhachongsa Column] “The tiger of Byeoksachobok (辟邪招福)”
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Jon-young Tigers in Joseon Dynasty folk paintings always bore two faces. The majesty of the mountain's lord and the face of a friend who brings laughter to the people. “The tiger of Byeoksachobok (辟邪招福)” painting perfectly harmonizes these two faces. Even within its round, humorous eyes, a living energy flashes in every stroke. These lines are not mere decoration; they are the lines of a spell to repel evil spirits and invite good fortune. It is the very talisman of folk painting. On the right side of the painting, the four characters ‘Byeoksachobok (辟邪招福)’ are clearly
- 이존영 기자
- 2025-10-22 15:17
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Arts-Culture South Korea wins Guinness World Records for “Most people in a reading relay”
By Diplomacy Journal Kayla Lee The Seoul Metropolitan Government (SMG) announced on Oct. 10 that Seoul set the world record for “most people in a reading relay” at Gwanghwamun Square, winning the Guinness World Records title on Sat, Sep. 27. The event marked the 80th anniversary of Korea’s national liberation and the passing of poet Yun Dong-ju. With this achievement, South Korea has become the official Guinness World Records holder for the “most people in a reading relay.” The challenge was declared a success at 6:34 PM when the 3,532nd participant finished the relay. This surpassed India’s r
- Kayla Lee 기자
- 2025-10-16 16:44
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Arts-Culture Peru celebrates “Alpaca Day in Korea” at Alpaca World, Gangwon Province
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Kap-soo The Embassy of Peru in the Republic of Korea celebrated the third edition of “Alpaca Day in Korea” at Alpaca World in Hongcheon, Gangwon Province, together with the institution’s management team, on September 7. This event, held for the third consecutive year, highlighted the cultural and economic importance of the alpaca, a millenary animal native to Peru and widely appreciated in Korea. Peru is home to over 80% of the world’s alpaca population, domesticated more than 6,000 years ago, making the country the leading producer of this fine and thermoregulating na
- Lee 기자
- 2025-10-16 14:08
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Arts-Culture Korean culinary experts announce the “100 Taste of Seoul 2025” list
By Diplomacy Journal Kayla Lee The Seoul Metropolitan Government (SMG) announced the “100 Taste of Seoul 2025” lists recommended by sixty domestic and international culinary experts on Oct. 14 in an effort to promote Seoul’s diverse food culture worldwide and provide culinary experiences that citizens and visitors alike can enjoy. “100 Taste of Seoul” is more than just a list of restaurants—it serves as a curated culinary map of Seoul that highlights both expertise and popularity, introducing must-visit places for anyone visiting the city. Among the selected restaurants, Gangnam accounted for
- Kayla Lee 기자
- 2025-10-15 17:00
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Arts-Culture Seoul Plaza celebrates Peruvian culture with “Peru Day” festival
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Kap-soo Seoul Plaza came alive with the colors, sounds, and flavors of Peru during the “Peru Day” celebration held on September 20 and 21. The event was organized in collaboration with the Embassy of Peru in Korea as part of the “Outdoor Library” program hosted annually by the Seoul Metropolitan Library. The Peruvian Pavilion transformed Seoul Plaza into a lively cultural space where thousands of visitors of all ages experienced Peru’s rich heritage through a variety of engaging activities designed for both children and adults. Visitors painted Ayacucho retablos and cu
- Lee 기자
- 2025-10-15 10:32
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Arts-Culture Kazakh culture presented in Gwangju and Seoul, South Korea
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Kap-soo The Zhambyl Kazakh State Academic Philharmonic showcased a vibrant concert program, while the brand “Tarbiya” presented a collection of traditional Kazakh clothing during events held in Gwangju and Seoul on Oct. 4-6, with the support of the Asian Cultural Center, the Secretariat of the Central Asia–Republic of Korea Cooperation Forum, and the Central Asia–Republic of Korea Friendship Association. The events were attended by Rhee Jong Kook, Executive Director of the Secretariat of the Central Asia–Republic of Korea Cooperation Forum; Kim Sanguk, President of the
- Lee 기자
- 2025-10-14 16:44
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Arts-Culture National Art Museum of Belarus hosts K-Minwha Invitational Exhibition
By Diplomacy Journal Kayla Lee The National Art Museum of the Republic of Belarus, located in the capital city of Minsk, Belarus, grandly opened the special exhibition K-Minwha (Folk Painting): The Beauty of Korea. This exhibition showcases Korea's traditional beauty and artistic spirit. This exhibition was prepared as a meaningful occasion to share the power of artistic communion and the depth of culture through Minhwa paintings, which embody the Korean aesthetic consciousness and sentiment. Minhwa paintings are pictures of hope born from the hands of nameless commoners and a philosophy of li
- Kayla Lee 기자
- 2025-10-14 14:46
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Arts-Culture If you have a happy mind, 90% of illness goes away
By Diplomacy Journal Special Feature Editor Andy Hyun If one lives with a happy mind, 90% of illnesses will go away. Eating and exercising are important for health, but above all, taking care of one's mind is crucial. If we were to prioritize, food and exercise account for only 20%, while taking care of your mind accounts for 80%. When you think you have happy and have positive thoughts, T lymphocytes (T cells), a type of immune cell, actively function. However, if you continue to harbor negative thoughts or emotions such as *envy, *jealousy, *anger, *hatred, *resentment and fear, complaint, *
- Andy Hyun 기자
- 2025-10-14 10:51
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Tajikistan highlights AI leadership at international conference in Dushanbe
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"The World's First K-Folk Painting Exhibition" -- Invited by the National Museum of Folk Art of Belarus
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Global Culture Economy Link Association hosts ‘Global Students’ Culture Day’
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Korea and Saudi Arabia step up cooperation in future high-tech industries
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Foreign Minister Cho meets with his Lao counterpart Thongsavanh Phomvihane
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Team Korea vows strong performance at the 2025 Tokyo Deaflympics
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President Lee presents US President Trump with the Grand Order of Mugunghwa
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Nesvizh Palace in Belarus... The heart of Eastern European culture built by the Radziwill Family
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People Power Party leader Jang meets with British Ambassador Colin Crooks
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Mir Castle in Belarus, a medieval jewel embracing peace and culture
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President Lee holds summit with Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim
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