Seollal is one of the most significant traditional holidays in Korea, celebrated at the beginning of the Lunar New Year. Families gather to honor ancestors through special rituals and enjoy traditional foods like tteokguk (rice cake soup).
Often compared to Thanksgiving, Chuseok is a time for families to come together and give thanks to their ancestors for the abundant harvest. Festivities include partaking in songpyeon (rice cakes) and folk games.
Celebrated on August 15, this day commemorates Korea's liberation from Japanese occupation in 1945. Patriotic events and activities are held throughout the country to mark this significant moment in history.