Koreans take great pride in their cultural heritage and for ample reasons. The ancient kingdoms of Goguryeo, Backje and Shilla produced some of the world’s most outstanding Bhuddhist arts. Goguryeo, the dynasty that ruled Korea from 918 to 1392, produced inlaid celadon ceremics of unexcelled beauty and the Tripitaka Koreana, the world’s most comprehensive compilation of Buddhist scupltures, and some 80,000 woodblocks to print it. It also developed the world’s first movable metal printing type, some 200 years before it was developed in the West. Joseon, which ruled Korea from 1392 to 1910, invented the world’s first rain gauge in 1441 and the ironclad battleship as well as one of the most scientific alphabets and writing system in the world.
In an effort to make Korean culture better known around the world, 21 aspects of Korean culture are introduced in this volume along with UNESCO treasure of Korea. These aspects, or cultural images, will give the reader a glimpse of Korea’s rich cultural heritage.
Some of the chapters covered:
– Hangeul (The Korean Alphabet)
– Traditional Musical Instruments
– Kimchi and Bulgolgi
– Hanbok
– Gardens
– Korean seasonal customs
– Taekwondo
ISBN: 978-156591-287-8