Lifestyle

Korean contemporary lifestyle is the evolution of traditions that have developed and transformed for more than a millennia. Influenced by the natural world, Korean lifestyle demonstrates the impeccable balance of nature's offerings into functional – yet beautiful – forms and uses. Discover how traditions and nature have shaped Korean lifestyle into what it is today.

South Korean lifestyle culture blog. Discover lifestyle facts and statistics from food, dress, and language to economics, education, and politics including Korea's traditional culture.

Hansik (Korean Cuisine) - an abundance of tastes, ingredients, dishes - and surprises

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Hansik is renowned the world over for its exceptional use of fresh local, seasonal ingredients to create a wide variety of delicious dishes shared with family and friends.

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Hanbok (Traditional Korean Clothing) - a beautiful cultural treasure worn on the body

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The exquisite and elegant hanbok emanates a dignified beauty that embraces the natural harmony of form, structure and color.

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Hanok (Traditional Korean House) – a place of subtle beauty and quiet dignity

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Korean hanok bring the natural world inside, allowing its human residents to coexist peacefully with the simplicity, beauty and spirit of nature.

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Ondol (Korean Home Heating System) - an ancient heating system lasting millennia

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Ondol, an incredibly efficient home heating system that is good for human health, is a uniquely Korean innovation.

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South Korean lifestyle culture blog. Discover lifestyle facts and statistics from food, dress, and language to economics, education, and politics including Korea's traditional culture.