Reservation : https://creatrip.com/en/spot/14393 This fall, tickets for the cultural heritage festival at Korea's five major palaces will be exclusively available on Creatrip for international visitors. Be sure to reserve your spot quickly—tickets are first-come, first-served! Don’t miss out on a prestigious performance that’s been a sell-out for the past two years! Immerse yourself in a stunning crossover of traditional Korean music and ballet, set in the serene courtyard of Gyeongbokgung's Jibokjae. This unique performance beautifully blends Eastern and Western art, featuring everything from classical to contemporary ballet. Highlights include "Sujecheon," often called the "Heavenly Melody," and the beloved gayageum piece "Chimhyangmu." <2024 Palace Music Concert > On an autumn night in 2024, Sujecheon and ballet will once again meet at Gyeongbokgung, continuing the legacy of today's classics. * K-Arts Ballet and Korean traditional music masters present a fusion stage of East and West classics (performance time 70 minutes) The performance will take place at the Okcheojae, a space where King Gojong used as a study room called Jeongak, meaning 'collecting precious treasures like jade.' Built in 1891, it was used by King Gojong as a study room and office where he received foreign envoys. The collaboration between the Korean court musician Sujecheon and Western court ballet will be presented once again in front of the Jeonggwanjeon Hall in Gyeongbokgung Palace. The sight of heavenly ballerinas soaring above the melodies of court musicians in red hongju will create a splendid autumn night in the palace that will not be forgotten for a long time. <Program Introduction> 1. First Act: Ballet Jeongjae (Classical Ballet) 'Jeongjae' is a term referring to court dance, combining the celestial melody called Sujechoen in our traditional music and classic ballet, proposing a new expression of court dance genre in the 21st century, Ballet Jeongjae. 2. Second Courtyard : Ballet Fantasy (Romantic Ballet) Expressing the characteristics of romantic ballet that depicts a fantasy world through a fusion with traditional music. The melody of the peace song responds to the dance of the fairy of Bongak Mountain, and then a scene of pansori singer unfolds. In the fantastically unfolded fantasy yard, the beloved goblin dance harmonizes with the scentless performance. 3. Third Act: Ballevinari (Contemporary Ballet) The performance by the Suryong Orchestra marks a transition to the grand finale stage in the fantasy world. The dynamism of the object play and the energy of contemporary ballet by young dancers create an uplifting effect, offering the audience a gift of gratitude and blessings.

Reservation : https://creatrip.com/en/spot/13977 <2024 Autumn K-Royal Culture Festival Palace Pass (T-money Card)> Unlimited entry to Seoul's 5 famous palaces for 5 days (October 9-October 13)  ○ Must-have for the Royal Palace Cultural Festival – a limited edition pass with a traditional design. ○ Explore the palaces during the 2024 Royal Court Culture Festival with unlimited visits and a night tour of Gyeongbokgung.  ○ Unlimited access to Seoul's 5 Grand Palaces and Jongmyo Shrine with one pass. (Excludes Changdeokgung Secret Garden tour) ○ Includes a Gyeongbokgung night ticket and a T-money card with 3,000 KRW for subway and bus rides. <Special Benefits> ○ 5 Palaces (Gyeongbokgung, Changdeokgung, Deoksugung, Changgyeonggung, Gyeonghuigung) & Jongmyo Shrine Unlimited Entry   * The visit to the rear garden of Changdeokgung Palace, which has limited admission, is excluded. ○ Gyeongbokgung Night Opening Admission (1 time) (October 10-October 13)    * Gyeongbokgung Palace night entry is available from 10/10 (Thu) to 10/13 (Sun).   * Hours : 19:00-21:30 (last entry at 20:30).   * Special event on 10/9 (Wed): Only visitors wearing hanbok can enter for the night opening during the Gungjeon Cultural Festival.   * When you exchange your palace pass, you’ll receive a physical Gyeongbokgung Night Opening Ticket, which can only be used by the pass purchaser.   * Present your 'Gyeongbokgung Night Opening Ticket' at the Heungnyeomun entrance along with your palace pass. Both are required for entry.   * Entry is valid only during the specified period. The ticket is non-transferable and cannot be resold. No replacements for lost or damaged tickets.   * For inquiries, contact the Cultural Heritage Administration Palace Programs Call Center at 1522-2295. ○ T-Money (Transportation Card)   * The Palace Pass can be used as a T-Money card for all subway and bus rides in Seoul.    * It includes the T-Money card purchase cost (2,500 KRW) and comes preloaded with 3,000 KRW. ○ Discounts on cultural products and traditional Korean food   * Discount Period: October 9-13, 2024.     * Receive a 10% discount at the café "Sarang" located in Deoksugung and Incheon Airport.     * Please present your Palace Pass at the counter.     * Note: Reservations are required for "Korea House."   * The Royal Culture Festival will be a special place to promote Korean cultural heritage and Korea's cultural capabilities to the outside world by providing foreign visitors to Korea with opportunities to participate in dignified and interesting historical and cultural programs.   * Information on events requiring event hours and advance reservations can be found at www.chf.or.kr a week before the start of the Royal Culture Festival. (Schedule is subject to change.)

○ Date : 2024. 9. 3.9 ~ 12. 1. ○ Time : 12:00 ~ 15:00 / 18:00 ~ 22:00 ○ Venue : 10, Toegye-ro 36gil, Jung-gu, Seoul, 04626, Korea ○ Reservations   - Search “Korea House” on CatchTable Global : www.catchtable.net   - Contact by phone (+82-2-2266-9101~3) or email (khre@kh.or.kr) Korea House, a cultural complex operated by the Korea Heritage Agency (KHA), introduces its new autumn fine dining menu in September, celebrating hansik (Korean cuisine) with a royal twist. Located in Jung District in central Seoul, Korea House was established in 1957 as a guest house to introduce traditional Korean culture to both domestic and international visitors. Following renovations in 1981, the complex was transformed into a hanok, or traditional Korean house. It now showcases various aspects of Korean culture, including royal cuisine, traditional performances, and Korean-style weddings. Korea House has become a popular attraction, particularly among international tourists, thanks to its association with K-pop band BTS, which shot their Billboard Magazine cover there, and its use as a filming location for many Korean dramas. The complex is bustling with overseas visitors eager to experience traditional Korean culture. This fall, Korea House aims to captivate visitors by incorporating seasonal ingredients, once reserved as royal tributes, into their fine dining experience. The new menu, inspired by the culinary traditions of the Joseon Dynasty (1392-1910), features high-end ingredients such as ogye (black-feathered chicken), the finest grades of red ginseng (steamed and dried ginseng) — jisam and cheonsam, pine mushrooms and jangsaeng doraji (bellflower root). The exterior of Korea House, a cultural complex operated by the Korea Heritage Agency, which offers Korean cuisine, traditional Korean performing arts and Korean-style wedding services in downtown Seoul. Courtesy of Korea Heritage Agency The exterior of Korea House, a cultural complex operated by the Korea Heritage Agency, which offers Korean cuisine, traditional Korean performing arts and Korean-style wedding services in downtown Seoul. Courtesy of Korea Heritage Agency Each course is uniquely crafted, starting with a refreshing appetizer of Cold Seafood with Mustard Sauce, featuring various seafood complemented by a tangy mustard sauce. This is followed by a selection of dishes including Grilled Stuffed Portabella Mushrooms, hearty Pumpkin Porridge and savory Oat Neungee (sarcodon aspratus) Dumplings. Gujeolchan (Platter of 9 Side Dishes) showcases an important part of hansik culture — "chan," or side dishes. An assortment of side dishes, including kimchi, sautéed mushrooms, braised anchovies, and steamed egg, is served on a divided platter. One of the highlights is the Tteok-galbi, or grilled short rib patties, which are made from finely minced beef mixed with autumn’s flavorful high-grade shiitake mushrooms, offering a modern take on a traditional royal delicacy. Another offering is the Mushroom Sinseollo, a royal hot pot that was historically served to kings and noblemen. For this autumn season, Korea House has enhanced the dish with a rich broth made from a variety of seasonal mushrooms, providing a deep umami flavor. Sinseontang is a high-end version of Korea's popular health dish, rich in medicinal and gourmet elements. This soup features high grade red ginseng and black-feathered chicken from Yeonsan, South Chungcheong Province, which is a designated natural treasure in Korea. The recipe combines these with oxtail and ox knee for a rich broth and complements it with meatballs made from the black chicken and sea cucumbers stuffed with snow crab meat. Steamed Rice with Chestnut is served with Hyojonggaeng, a soup of meat broth with vegetables. Sinseontang (chicken and ox bone soup with red ginseng and sea cucumber) is part of Korea House's fall fine dining menu. Courtesy of Korea Heritage Agency Sinseontang (chicken and ox bone soup with red ginseng and sea cucumber) is part of Korea House's fall fine dining menu. Courtesy of Korea Heritage Agency The meal wraps up with Kohojae autumn dessert set, a refined selection of traditional Korean desserts with a seasonal touch. It features coffee jelly, inspired by King Gojong's love of coffee; yakgwa sand, a combination of honey cookies and ginger-flavored ganache; as well as assorted candied fruits and traditional tea snacks, accompanied by green tea sikhye (sweet rice punch). KHA explained that the ingredients used in the autumn menu were precious food items presented to kings during the Joseon era. Ogye, meaning black chicken, was a valuable tribute during the Joseon era. According to "The Journals of the Royal Secretariat," which recorded communications between Joseon kings and the government departments, 19th king Sukjong had ogye to recover his health when he was ill. Ginseng was frequently consumed by Joseon kings for longevity. Among various ginseng products, cheonsam, which ranks in the top 0.5 percent of red ginseng, is considered an upscale health food and has been gifted to foreign dignitaries visiting Korea, including Queen Elizabeth II of the United Kingdom. "Korea House has been researching ways for visitors to enjoy not only seasonal ingredients but also traditional Korean cuisine in a fine dining format. By offering royal cuisine fine dining with precious seasonal ingredients each season, we provide diverse hansik experiences that are highly popular among overseas tourists as well," the KHA said in a statement. The autumn menu is available from Sept. 3 to Dec. 1.

At Changdeokgung, a UNESCO World Heritage site, enjoy guided tours of the pavilions and night scenery, along with traditional music performances. In the Secret Garden, admire Juhapru’s reflection on Buyongji and enjoy a court dance performance with royal snacks at Yeongyeongdang. 1. Event Period : October 20 (Sun), October 27 (Sun), November 3 (Sun) / 18 performances in 3 days 2. Event Time   ○ Part1 : 19:00 / 19:05 / 19:10   ○ Part2 : 20:00 / 20:05 / 20:10 3. Guide Map   ○ Tour Hours : Approximately 100 minutes   ○ Tour Course      - Donhwamun (Registration) - Geumcheongyo - Injeongjeon - Huijeongdang - Nakseonjae - Sangnyangjeong (Daegeum Solo) - Buyongji∙Yeonghwadang (Geomungo Solo) - Bullomun∙Aeryeonjeong - Yeongyeongdang - Secret Garden Forest Path. 4. Reservation Info   ○ Ticket : https://creatrip.com/en/spot/13933   ○ Reservation Period : Reserve until 23:59 (KST) 2 days before the event   ○ Eligible Participants : Foreigners (including foreign citizens and permanent residents / accompanying Koreans are not allowed to participate).   ○ Reservation Method : Pre-book through Creatrip (maximum 2 tickets per person)    ○ Reservation Confirmation: Entry allowed after verifying Creatrip reservation details and identity of the booker on-site (physical passport required)   ○ Age Restriction : 7 years and above allowed (under 7 years old not allowed for safety reasons)   ○ Experience Time (limited to 25 people per session) : Language interpretation cannot be changed on-site.      - English Interpretation : 19:00 ~ 20:50 / 19:05 ~ 20:55 / 19:10 ~ 21:00 / 20:00 ~ 21:50     - Chinese Interpretation : 20:10 ~ 22:00     - Japanese Interpretation : 20:05 ~ 21:55

Capture Your Perfect Hanbok Photos at the Four Major K-Royal Palaces and Jongmyo Shrine - Photo Contest “Beautiful Hanbok Stories in K-Royal Palaces” from August 5th to September 8th, 50 Winning Entries to Be Exhibited during the 2024 K-Royal Culture Festival - The Royal Palaces and Tombs Center of the Korea Heritage Service (KHS) and the Korea Heritage Agency (KHA) announce that they will host a photo contest themed "Beautiful Hanbok Stories in K-Royal Palaces" from August 5th until September 8th. This contest, part of the tenth K-Royal Culture Festival, scheduled to take place from October 9th to 13th, 2024, seeks to spark interest in Korea's royal palaces and showcase the beauty of Hanbok, the nation's traditional attire. The contest is open to all Korean citizens and international residents in Korea. Participants are invited to submit photos of wearing Hanbok, taken within the past year, at one of the four major palaces - Gyeongbokgung, Changdeokgung, Deoksugung, Changgyeonggung - or Jongmyo Shrine. The submission period runs from August 5th to September 8th. Entries can be submitted via the contest’s website (www.한복이야기사진공모.com). Each participant may submit up to two entries. More information on the contest can be found at the Royal Palaces and Tombs Center’s website (www.royal.khs.go.kr) or the K-Royal Culture Festival’s website (www.kh.or.kr/fest). A judging panel will select 50 winners through a two-stage evaluation process. Winners will receive certificates and prizes: The grand prize winner, awarded by the Administrator of KHS, will receive a custom-made premium Hanbok voucher worth KRW 2 million(approximately USD 1,446) Two first prize winners, awarded by the Director General of KHS’s Royal Palaces and Tombs Center and the President of KHA, will each receive a traditional craft gift set worth KRW 1 million(USD 723) Three second prize winners, selected by the KHA President, will each receive a traditional craft gift set worth KRW 500,000(USD 362) Five third prize winners, also selected by the KHA President, will each receive a traditional craft gift set worth KRW 300,000(USD 217) The winning photos will be displayed at Gyeongbokgung Palace’s Gyejodang Hall from October 9 to 13 during the K-Royal Culture Festival. Visitors will have the opportunity to appreciate the beautiful harmony between Hanbok and the historic palace settings. In addition to the photo contest, the Royal Palaces and Tombs Center will offer various programs during the K-Royal Culture Festival to celebrate Hanbok’s unique beauty. These include interactive experiences and lectures. During the Hanbok Culture Week* (October 14th-20th, 2024), in collaboration with the Korea Craft & Design Foundation, there will be free Hanbok rentals and a commemorative photo event at Changgyeonggung Palace. These initiatives aim to promote the beauty of Hanbok and solidify its status as a hallmark of Korean culture. * The Hanbok Culture Week is a nationwide cultural event held annually during the third week of October to promote the everyday wearing of Hanbok. The event is organized by the Korea Craft & Design Foundation (KCDF)

2024 Fall K-Royal Culture Festival K-Royal Culture Festival's Mascot Call for Volunteers Goong-ee Doong-ee 1. Recruitment Period : Friday, 9th Aug-Thursday, 29th Aug 2024, 23:00 KST Who are the Goong-ee Dong-ees? "Goong-ee Doong-ee" means "people closely related to the palace" They communicate closely with the citizens who visit the palace. It's the nickname of the volunteers of the K-Royal Cultural Festival who lead the festival site. 2. Recruitment Schedule and Details   ○ Number of Recruitment : About 50 persons(including 10 non-Koreans quota)   ○ Recruitment Schedule     - Friday, 9th Aug-Thursday, 29th Aug 2024, 23:00KST : Recruitment announcement and application submission     - Thursday, 5th Sep 2024, 17:00KST : Announce results of application screening     - Thursday, 5th Sep- Sunday, 8th Sep 2024, 23:00KST : Video interview submission (online interview)     - Friday, 13th Sep 2024, 17:00KST : Announce final results   ○ Application screen and final results announcement: available on K-Royal Culture Festival home page and via email 3. Activity Schedule and Details   ○ Activities : Provide support for the festival programs' on-site operations, Plan and lead creative activities (team planning)     - https://youtu.be/Tn_oBhZ8nLI       Reference : Goong-ee Doong-ee volunteers' activities video (Youtube: @K-royalculture)   ○ On-site operations (offline) / 50     - General : Provide support for the festival programs' on-site operations     - Team program : Plan and lead creative programs to introduce visitor's interest and participation * Develop palace activities, and use skills and abilities to plan creative activities   ○ Activity Schedule     - Monday,23th Sep 2024, 16:00-20:00KST : Opening ceremony (required)     - Wednesday, 25th Sep- Tuesday, 8th Oct 2024 : Plan team activities     - Wednesday, 9th Oct -Sunday, 13th Oct 2024 : On-site activities     - End of Programs   ○ opening ceremony location : Korea Press Center (124 Sejong-daero, Jung-gu, Seoul | City Hall Station lines 1 and 2) 4. Eligibility and Application   ○ Eligibility     - At least 18 years old, Korean citizen (and foreigners who can communicate in Korean) * Must be responsible for their own accommodation during the period     - Must participate in major events, such as the opening ceremony, and must be able to actively participate during the festival period     - (Preferred) Have foreign language communication skills (English, Mandarin Chinese, Japanese, etc.)   ○ Application     - Recruitment Period : Friday, 9th Aug-Thursday, 29th Aug 2024, 23:00 KST     - Online submission - Fill out Google Form application : Check out the application link in bio or K-Royal Culture, the Korea Heritage Service, and the Korea Heritage Agency homepages.       • https://forms.gle/ZtiZ2PBdR56R147D8     - Documents for submission       • Application Screening (Round 1): Fill out and submit the Google Form application       • Video Interview (Round 2): Online video evaluation         * applicants that have passed Round 1 will be contacted individually for further instructions 5. Volunteer's Benefits   ○ Approved volunteer hours (hours depend on each person's on-site participation)       * Must join 1365 Volunteer Portal (https://www.1365.go.kr)   ○ Volunteer certification issued (must meet certification requirement; certification issued by President of Korea Heritage Agency)   ○ Activity supply kits for K-Royal Culture Festival volunteers.   ○ Free admission to Gyeongbokgung Palace, Changgyeonggung Palace, Deoksugung Palace, Changdeokgung Palace, and Jongmyo Shrine during festival period (admission is non-transferable)   ○ Limited transportation expenses and meals are provided during on-site (offline) activity period.   ○ Eligible to be selected and awarded Excellent Volunteer.   ○ Official volunteer documents can be issued for college students participating during the week Apply for Goong-ee Doong-ee. 6. Inquiries   ○ 2024 Fall K-Royal Culture Festival Volunteers Team      - 02-3210-4635 royalculture1@kh.or.kr