코스타리카로 떠나보자. 내 집과 같은 편안함을 느낄 수 있는 곳, 코스타리카 사람들의 미소 속에 녹아있는 따뜻한 환대가 당신을 반겨줄 것이다. 친절함과 호의로 가득한 코스타리카인들과 함께 하면 특별한 장소에서의 추억을 만들 수 있을 것이다. 여기껏 본 적 없는 자연환경을 마주하자코스타리카는 약 852종의 다양한 종의 조류들이 살아가며 수천 종의 난초도 살고 있다. 모든 이들은 이곳의 최고의 경치에 감탄하고 휴식도 취한다. 코스타리카에서는 풍부한 열대우림, 국립공원, 다양한 생명체 게다가 크리스털처럼 맑은 물로 둘러싸인 다채로운 색의

피아니스트 김현정 글로리아가 10월 4일(일) 오후 5시에 잠실 롯데콘서트홀에서 리사이틀을 연다.“죽기 전에 들어봐야 하는 클래식 Must Listen 시리즈를 공연과 앨범을 통해 사람들에게 알리고 있는데 이번에는 베토벤 편을 준비해보았어요.”음악평론가로도 활동하는 그녀는 베토벤 탄생 250주년을 맞아 베토벤 일생일대의 희로애락의 에피소드를 해설과 영상 연주로 보여주고 들려주는 음악회를 준비한다.의 기획 리사이틀로 예술의 전당에서 전석 매진으로 관객들에게 감동을 주었던 김현정 글로리아는 이번 공연

By Publisher Lee Kyung-sik with Editor Kim Hyung-dae The Gimhae City of the Gyeongsangnam-do Province in Korea on the southeastern tip of the Korean peninsula, near Busan (Korea’s second-largest city), is one of the bourgeoning provincial cities in Korea.Gimhae also has a rich history as the capital

Swami Vivekananda Cultural Centre (SVCC), Embassy of India, Seoul is organizing Illustrated poem & Essay Competition on Gandhi to mark the conclusion of Commemorative period of the 150th birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi. Over the past three years, to mark this commemorative occasion SVCC and the

By Religious Editor Song Na-ra, Reporter Kim Ka-heeVen. Youngsan Hongpa, chief abbot of the Myogak-sa Buddhist Temple in Seungin-dong near the East Gate in Seoul, said, “We are making substantial efforts to promote the Buddhist and cultural exchanges between Korea and many countries of the world, es

The following article was contributed by the Embassy of the United Arab Emirates in Seoul for publication by The Korea Post media, publisher of 3 English and 2 Korean-language news publications since 1985.-Ed. His Excellency Abdulla Saif Alnuaimi, the Ambassador of the United Arab Emirates to the Re

The following article on Yoga was contributed by Ambassador Madam Sripriya Ranganathan of India in Seoul to The Korea Post media for publication..—Ed. Question: What is the meaning and significance of Yoga?Answer: Yoga is an ancient Indian practice for physical, mental and spiritual wellbeing. Stron

By Cultural Editor Jeong Won-shikThe Songpa-gu Office in Seoul hosts the 2020 Hanseong Baekje Culture Festival in September this year. This was disclosed by Mayor Park Sung-soo of the Songpa-gu Office at a recent interview with The Korea Post media, publisher of 3 English and 2 Korean-language news

By Oh Yong-suTranslated by Lee Kyung-sik“Chon and Paek” is one of the short stories by O Yong-su (1914-) who advocates “return to nature” in his writings. O was editor of the monthly literary magazine “Hyondae Munhak” in 1955. The translator, Yi Kyong-sik, specializes in the translation of contempor

Millennium Hilton Seoul announced the launch of “Mom and Kids Family” package for moms and children, offering a memorable experience on a refreshing day out in the upcoming family month from April 29 to May 31, 2020.‘Mom & Kids Family’ package presents special themed rooms fully furnished with beds,

In many cities affected by the COVID-19 outbreak a nightly ritual has been taking place whereby people applaud and bang pots and pans from their windows and their balconies to show gratitude to the many health workers braving the battle against COVID-19.Health workers around the world are at the fro

By Oh Yong-suTranslated by Lee Kyung-sikThe original Korean-language version of this prize-winning English story was written by the famed late Korean Novelist, O Yeong-su, and was translated into English by Lee Kyung-sik (Yi Kyung-sik) and published by The Korea Times in Seoul on Nov. 1, 1973. Lee i

By Publisher Lee Kyung-sik with Vice Chairman Choe Deuk-haKim Shin-hwan is a player -turned coach training children in East Timor to play football. Since the start of the 21st century, East Timor was the first nation to become independent in May 2002, after it gained liberation from religious and cu

Born in Seoul in 1931, lady novelist Han Malsook made her literary debut with two works, Season in the Starlight and Cliff in Myth, which were both published in the leading Korean literary magazine Hyeondae Munhak. In 1964, Madam Han won the Hyondae Munhak Literary Award with her short story Trace.T

By Feature Editor Joy Cho (vice-chairperson) “I ran and won the election under the slogan of 'Powerful FACO, New Hope, and Trust Management!'” This statement was made by Chairman Lee Bum-hun of the Federation of Artistic and Cultural Organizations of Korea (FACO) at a recent interview with The Korea

Question: Please introduce the First Lady of your Country and the First Family fully for our readers as well as the Korean First Lady who would very much wish to learn more about your First Lady and the First Family.Answer: Her Highness Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak, Mother of the Nation, is the spous

Having a central place in the heroic struggle of the Algerian people against the colonizer, the Algerian woman has been equal to man in terms of mobilization and militant engagement.This role was decisive in the final victory of the Algerian Revolution (1954-1962): many freedom fighters rose to the

The following article was contributed by the Embassy of the United Arab Emirates in Seoul for publication on the occasion of the International Women’s Day on March 8 every year.—Ed.The United Arab Emirates (UAE) joins the world today to celebrate International Women's Day, marked annually on the 8th

Hong Sang-soo on Feb. 29 named best director at the 70th Berlin Film Festival the award for best director for his latest film "The Woman Who Ran."According to Korea Culture and Information Service (KCIS), Hong won the award with his 24th feature-length film. "I'm a person who lives in a small world.

As one walks into a lounge bar in Gangnam, the enthusiastic interaction between foreigners and Koreans reminds one of a college study group. Global Seoul Mates (GSM) is a community of people that brings Koreans and foreigners together in international friendships. The Korea Post interviewed David Wo