Korea Joongang Daily
Korea JoongAng Daily

Stamps featuring Korean cultural assets released to celebrate 80th anniversary of liberation

To commemorate the 80th anniversary of Korea’s liberation this year, the Korea Heritage Service announced Thursday that it has collaborated with Korea Post to create stamps that feature the country's valuable cultural heritage.

2025-01-16

Doors of Choi Jinsa Old House in Geochang County reported stolen by Korea Heritage Service

Three doors of the cultural heritage home Choi Jinsa Old House in Geochang County, South Gyeongsang, have been stolen, the Korea Heritage Service said on Tuesday.

2024-12-31

'Royal Palaces of Korea' to showcase traditions and culture to marginalized groups

The Korea Heritage Service and the Korea Heritage Agency will host an event to promote ancient royal culture to marginalized groups in Daejeon and South Chungcheong.

2024-08-26

Reservations to open for special night tours of Gyeongbok and Changdeok palaces in Seoul

Special evening events in the Gyeongbok and Changdeok palaces featuring traditional food, theater and architecture are slated to kick off next month, according to hosts the Korea Heritage Service and the Korea Heritage Agency on Monday.

2024-08-19

Gov't loosens restrictions on sales of Korean art and heritage items

Art collectors can now freely export and sell Korean artworks created after 1946, a practice that was previously restricted unless specifically permitted by the government.

2024-07-23

Starbucks opens branch dedicated to Korean heritage

Starbucks Korea's Hwangudan location has become a store dedicated to preserving the country's national heritage. The coffeemaker will donate 300 won per item purchased at the branch, up to 200 million per year, to the effort.

2024-07-11

Cultural Heritage Administration celebrates name change with free entry to historical sites

Korea’s four royal palaces and Jongmyo Shrine in central Seoul as well as 72 cultural heritage sites scattered across the country will be open to the public for free from Wednesday for five days.

2024-05-14