Palace Concert – Ballet x Sujecheon (9th October-13th October, 2024) A crossover performance of Korean traditional music and ballet in the couryard of Jipokjae Hall, Gyeongbokgung Palace   - A proven esteemed performance sold out all sessions for two consecutive years   - A classical fusion of East and West performed by K-Arts Ballet Company and Korean music masters (70 minutes)   - From classical ballet to contemporary ballet, the “heavenly melody” of “Sujecheon” to the beloved gayageum masterpiece “Chimhyangmu,” this performance showcases the essence of Eastern and Western art.   - This concert does not provide commentary. (English commentary is not available).   Booking NOW on CREATRIP 💁‍   ① ENGLISH  ② Japan  ③ Taiwan  ④ Hong Kong

Korea’s largest cultural heritage festival set against the magnificent royal palaces the “2024 K-Royal Culture Festival” seeks volunteers, Goong-ee Doong-ee. The Autumn K-Royal Culture Festival offers a host of programs to immerse in Seoul’s royal palaces. We eagerly await your participation to guide visitors to every corner of the palaces!   1. Festival Details ○ Name: 2024 Autumn K-Royal Culture Festival ○ Period: 5 days, October 9 (Wed) – October 13 (SUN), 2024 ○ Location: Gyeongbokgung Palace, Changdeokgung Palace, Deoksugung Palac, Changgyeonggung Palace ○ Host: Royal Palaces and Tombs Center of the Korea Heritage Service ○ Organizer: Korea Heritage Agency   2. Eligibility ○ At least 18 years old, Korean citizen (and foreigners that 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.)   3. Recruitment Summary ○ Number of Recruitment: About 50 persons *including 10 non-Koreans quota ○ Activities: Provide support for the festival programs’ on-site operations, Plan and lead creative activities(team planning) ※ Reference: Goong-ee Doong-ee volunteers’ activities video (https://youtu.be/Tn_oBhZ8nLI) ○ Recruitment Schedule - Recruitment announcement and application submission : Aug 9 (FRI) - Aug 29 (THU) 23:00 - Announce results of application screening : Sep 5 (THU) 17:00 - Video interview submission(online interview) : Sep 5 (THU) - Sep 8 (SUN) 23:00 - Announce final results : Sep 13 (FRI) 17:00 ※ Application screen and final results announcement: available on K-Royal Culture Festival home page and via email   ○ Activity Schedule - Opening ceremony (required) : Sep 23 (MON) 16:00~20:00 ※ opening ceremony location: Korea Press Center(124 Sejong-daero, Jung-gu, Seoul) - Plan team activities : Sep 25 (WED) - Oct 8 (TUE) - On-site activities : Oct 9 (WED) - Oct 13 (SUN) - End of Programs   4. Application ○ Online submission (Fill out Google Form application) - Korean Application : https://forms.gle/A8gNyg41atrpQfYYA - Foreigner Application : https://forms.gle/ZtiZ2PBdR56R147D8 ※ Application also available on K-Royal Culture Festival, the Korea Heritage Service, and the Korea Heritage Agency homepages. ○ Documents for submission - Application Screening (Round 1): Fill out and submit Google Form application - Video Interview (Round 2): Online video evaluation (applicants that have passed Round 1 will be contacted individually for further directions)   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 expense and meals 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   6. Inquiries : 2024 Autumn K-Royal Culture Festival Volunteers Team(02-3210-4635) / royalculture1@kh.or.kr

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)

We are sorry to inform you some of our programs are cancelled due to rainy weather forecast on May 5. * As of 5.5. 11:30am Below is the list of cancelled programs so please check it out before visting K-royal culture festival. <Gyeongbokgung Palace> -A time travel, King Sejong(Palace Rookie, Royal Palace Daily Life, Heartfully Royal Palaces) *A time travel to the Joseon dynasty will be progressed as scheduled -Palace Concert: A performance by 100 Artists <Changdeokgung Palace> -Palace Concert:Adding Royal Court Dance to pungryu -Changdeokgung Palace, Moonlight Tour <Deoksugung Palace> -Royal Court Games Playroom(Some programs will be progressed inside) <Changgyeonggung Palace> - Gilnori: Traditional Performance Parade - Children's K-Royal Culture Festival: Palace Job Diaries(court chefs, Chwitadae band members, Puppet Show for Kids, Traditional Festa Performance, Royal Culture School for Teenagers) * Some of Palace job diaries(Painters, interpreters, doctors) will be progressed as schedule - Royal Court Games Playroom(Some programs will be progressed inside) - Moonlight Lotus Show at Changgyeonggung Palace

- How to pick-up: K-Royal Palace PASS exchange voucher (QR) code (purchaser’s email) → Exchange for a physical PASS on-site (one-time only)     - Pick-up Location 1: K-Royal Culture Festival Information Center, Gyeongbokgung Palace (next to the Gyeongbokgung Palace Ticket Office by Gwanghwamun Gate) - Directions: 161, Sajik-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul (Gyeongbokgung Station, Subway Line 4, Exit 5) - Period: Saturday, April 27 – Sunday, May 5, 2024, from 10:00 to 18:00   - Pick-up Location 2: Incheon International Airport (Terminal 1), the counter no.13 at the arrival hall - Period: Tuesday, April 23 – Saturday, May 4, 2024, from 10:00 to 18:00

2024 Spring K-Royal Culture Festival: A Decade of Cultural Enrichment - Kicking off with the Opening Ceremony on April 26, the Nine-Day K-Royal Culture Festival to Take Place Spanning April 27 to May 5 Across Five Royal Palaces and Jongmyo Shrine - In collaboration with the Korea Cultural Heritage Foundation, the Cultural Heritage Administration Royal Palaces and Tombs Center announced to host the 2024 Spring K-Royal Culture Festival from April 27 through May 5. This grand celebration will take place amidst the historic splendor of Seoul's five royal palaces - Gyeongbokgung Palace, Changdeokgung Palace, Deoksugung Palace, Changgyeonggung Palace, and Gyeonghuigung Palace - as well as Jongmyo Shrine.   Marking its tenth anniversary this year, the K-Royal Culture Festival stands as Korea's premier cultural heritage event, showcasing a diverse array of traditional cultural content against the backdrop of these magnificent palaces. Held twice a year, in spring and autumn, last year's festivals collectively drew over 675,000 visitors from both domestic and international spheres.   The 2024 Spring K-Royal Culture Festival kicks off with the Opening Ceremony on April 26, promising an even richer program in commemoration of its milestone anniversary. Additionally, efforts have been made to expand permanent programs, allowing visitors to partake in palace experiences without the need for prior reservations. Furthermore, the establishment of a program reservation system via global platforms and the introduction of tailored programs for foreigners aim to make the festival more accessible and enjoyable for international visitors.   Opening Ceremony the Dignity of Traditional Performances   Opening Ceremony of the spring festival is themed around the "Love for the People" of King Sejong the Great of the Joseon Dynasty, presenting a captivating concept that reimagines King Sejong's proclamation of the Hunminjeongeum script in 1446. With elements of time travel evoking the authenticity of the royal court, the festival's dignified commencement sets the stage for a spectacular display of K-Culture.   Experiencing the Essence of Joseon Dynasty’s Royal Palace Culture at Gyeongbokgung Palace   Throughout the festival, the Gyeongbokgung Palace will host a variety of programs offering insights into the activities of the Joseon Dynasty’s royal court. From May 1 to 5, visitors can participate in the "A Time Travel, King Sejong" program, offering a glimpse into various aspects of palace life during the reign of King Sejong the Great (1418-1450). This immersive experience includes tasting palace cuisine and learning about the figures and achievements of that era.   At the Gyeongbokgung Palace’s Geunjeongjeon Hall, the “Palace Concert: A Performance by 100 Artists” will take place on May 4 and 5. Featuring 100 performers playing traditional Korean musical instruments such as the daegeum, gayageum, and haegeum, this concert promises to be a magnificent showcase of the music of the Joseon Dynasty’s royal court. The sight of 100 performers adorned in crimson attire performing in front of the Geunjeongjeon Hall is sure to create a majestic spectacle.   Furthermore, following its sold-out success at last year's spring festival, the "Royal Palace Musical - King Sejong, 1446” will be performed again at the Geunjeongjeon Hall from April 28 to 30. This musical portrays the hardships and trials faced by King Sejong the Great, from his days as Crown Prince Chungnyeong to his reign as king, including the creation of the Korean alphabet, Hangul. Presented at the historic Geunjeongjeon Hall, the performance adds an extra layer of emotion to the festival.   Gyeongbokgung'sHeungryemun Square will host the "K-Heritage Market," an outdoor market where visitors can enjoy traditional crafts, cultural products, palace sweets, and more. Operating throughout the festival, this lively market is set to become a vibrant hub of festival excitement for visitors to the Gyeongbokgung Palace.   Exhibition Programs and Morning Events at Changdeokgung Palace   The Changdeokgung Palace will host its inaugural traditional craft exhibition, "MEETS: A Timeless Harmony" from April 27 to May 5. Held at the Changdeokgung'sInjeongjeon Hall for the first time, this exhibition is especially significant. Comprising elements of "Light," "Color," and "Elegance," the exhibition features 24 works, including five intangible cultural heritage items such as hanji (traditional Korean paper) and dancheong (traditional Korean decorative coloring). The theme of "Coexistence of Past, Present, and Future in Craft" resonates uniquely within the space of Injeongjeon Hall, adding a special resonance to the venue.   A morning program, "Awakening the Morning Palace" will be introduced for visitors to stroll through the Changdeokgung Palace in the morning. Starting at 8 a.m. from April 29 to May 3, this program allows up to 50 participants per day to enjoy the scenery of the Changdeokgung Palace in the morning accompanied by commentary from writer Lee Si-woo. Reservation is required for this program, offering a unique opportunity to experience the fresh morning atmosphere of the palace not available to the general public.   Experiencing Royal and Modern Culture at Deoksugung Palace   During the festival, the Deoksugung Palace offers programs where visitors can experience both modern and royal culture.   At the Palace’s Jeonggwanheon Hall, the " Royal Recreations Club" program will run from April 27 to May 5. This program allows participants to experience the hobbies enjoyed by King Gojong (1852-1919), the 26th king of the Joseon Dynasty and the first emperor of the Korean Empire, including coffee and billiards, without the need for prior reservations.   Additionally, a small-scale experiential event called " Royal Court Games Playroom" featuring the volunteer character "Goong-eeDoong-ee," who can be considered the mascot of the festival, will also be offered.   Family-friendly Programs at Changgyeonggung Palace and Gyeonghuigung Palace   In celebration of Family Month in May, the Changgyeonggung Palace will host the "Children's K-Royal Culture Festival" from May 1 to 5. This event offers children the opportunity to experience various occupations from the late Joseon Dynasty, such as court chefs, doctors, gardeners, interpreters, and Chwitadae (Korean Traditional Marching Band) members. Alongside performances and explanations, guided tours of the Changgyeonggung Palace will also be provided.   At the Changgyeonggung Palace's Chundangji Pond, the "Moonlight Lotus Show at Changgyeonggung Palace" program will debut from April 27 to May 5. Visitors can enjoy media art works created by artist Lee In-nam both at bigger and smaller ponds of Chungdangji, and various content utilizing light along the walking paths.   Various events will take place at Gyeonghuigung Palace from May 1 to 5 under the theme "Discover Gyeonghuigung Palace" allowing visitors to explore the history and structure of the palace, which was once called the Western Palace during the Joseon Dynasty. Operated in conjunction with the Seoul Museum of History's children's education program, this event is divided into three categories: education, exhibition, and performance, offering programs tailored to children. Advance reservations for the spring festival programs will be available for purchase on Ticketlink (www.ticketlink.co.kr) starting at 12 p.m. on April 5, on a first-come, first-served basis. Paid programs such as " Royal Palace Musical - King Sejong, 1446," " Palace Concert: A Performance by 100 Artists," " A Time Travel, King Sejong," and " Awakening the Morning Palace" will be limited to 800, 700, 160, and 50 seats per session, respectively. Admission to free events such as the "Opening Ceremony," " Children's K-Royal Culture Festival: Palace Job Diaries" is free but requires advance reservation.   Additionally, reservations for foreigner-exclusive performances such as " A AA Time Travel, King Sejong - A time travel to the Joseon dynasty" and " Palace Concert: A Performance by 100 Artists" will be available for booking from April via the newly introduced global reservation platform "Creatrip."   Furthermore, during the spring festival period, a limited number of "K-Royal Palaces PASS" tickets (up to 10,000 passes), offering unlimited access to the five grand palaces, are available for pre-sale until April 26.   For detailed information and schedules of the 2024 Spring K-Royal Culture Festival, visit the Cultural Heritage Administration Royal Palaces and Tombs Center’s website (royal.cha.go.kr), the Korea Cultural Heritage Foundation’s website (www.chf.or.kr), the K-Royal Culture Festival’s website (chf.or.kr/fest), or the K-Royal Culture Festival’s Instagram (@royalculturefestival_official), or call the Royal Palace Program Center (☎ 1522-2295) or Ticketlink Call Center (☎ 1588-7890).