Korea Joongang Daily
Korea JoongAng Daily

Burning of 'moon house' marks first full moon after Lunar New Year

People circle around to watch the burning dalgip, or “moon house,” in Haeundae District, Busan, on Feb. 12, to mark Jeongwol Daeboreum, a traditional holiday celebrating the first full moon after the Lunar New Year.

2025-02-12

Highways jammed as travelers return after Lunar New Year holiday

Travelers faced heavy traffic on highways across the country returning home after the final day of the Lunar Year holiday on Thursday.

2025-01-30

Major highways remain congested on Lunar New Year; traffic expected to ease in evening

Both directions on major highways across Korea remained congested with homecoming and returning vehicles on Lunar New Year on Wednesday, with traffic expected to ease later in the day.

2025-01-29

North Korea uses Lunar New Year to boost allegiance to Kim family

North Korea's New Year holiday is marked by visits to the mausoleum of its two late leaders and affirmations of allegiance to incumbent leader Kim Jong-un.

2025-01-29

Sick during the Lunar New Year? Here's who to call and where to go.

An average of 2,600 hospitals per day will be open nationwide during the Lunar New Year. In case of an emergency, patients can use the consultation services operated by the Korean government or regional authorities.

2025-01-28

Heavy snow blankets Korea day before Lunar New Year

Heavy snow continued into the early morning of Tuesday, the day before the Lunar New Year, and the entire country was left covered in snow as the temperature dropped sharply and fallen snow froze over.

2025-01-28

Overseas Korean Cultural Centers hold events to celebrate Lunar New Year

Korean Cultural Centers around the world are celebrating Seollal, the Lunar New Year, with events where visitors can experience both traditional and contemporary Korean culture.

2025-01-28

Bored over the Lunar New Year? What to watch on Netflix, Apple TV+ and Disney+

While indulging in delicious food for the Lunar New Year holiday, you can also indulge in some quality entertainment with a selection of series and films available on the major streaming platforms.

2025-01-28

Disneyland video celebrating 'Lunar' New Year draws Chinese ire over 'cultural appropriation'

Disneyland's video celebrating the Lunar New Year saw the comments section unexpectedly heat up as some people demanded the holiday be called the Chinese New Year.

2025-01-27

Snow, rain worsen road congestion as the Lunar New Year holiday begins

Korea started the Lunar New Year holiday with scattered rain and snow showers on Monday, although most areas have seen only a few snowflakes.

2025-01-27