Traditional Food, Clothes, Houses of Korea

Nowadays, various Korean cultures such as K-pop, K-drama, K-food, and so on are known to the world. How much do you know about Korea? Let's learn about Korean traditional food, clothes and houses with a history of over 5,000 years.

 

 

Traditional Food: Bulgogi

 

There are many kinds of traditional Korean food. Among them, the most famous one is "Bulgogi" Korean BBQ. It is one of the Korean traditional food that has been eaten for thousands of years. Make sure to try Bulgogi and feel the taste of Korea!

 

 

Traditional Clothes : Hanbok

 

Hanbok is the representative of traditional Korean dress. Hanbok has the longest tradition in the world, which has been over 1,600 years! Also, it has splendid and elegant look in harmony with straight lines and curves. Nowadays, it’s been getting popular to design and upgrade the traditional Hanbok as daily clothes to show its beauty again.

 

 

Traditional Houses : Hanok

 

Hanok was built in the 14^th century for the first time during the Joseon Dynasty. But it’s quite smart although it was built a long time ago. For example, it was able to control the temperature by using special floors such as 'Ondol' for heating and 'Maru' for cooling. In Songdo, Yeonsu-gu, there is a Hanok Village hotel you can experience the traditional Hankok vibes. If you’re looking for a traditional and modernized place to stay, it will be great to visit the Hanok Village hotel.

 

 

Are you looking for a one-stop place for Bulgogi, Hanbok and Hanok? Check out the Gyeongwonjae Ambassador, a Hanok hotel where has Korean restaurants and Hanbok rental service! 

*Hanbok rental : 20,000won for 2hrs / person.