Guide to Korean holidays and holidays for foreigners: Lunar New Year, Chuseok, and substitute holidays
In Korea, there are various calendars that combine solar and lunar calendars. holidays and holidaysThere is this. especially Lunar New Year and ChuseokIt is a big holiday where many stores close and large movements occur, so it is good for foreigners to know in advance. We provide a friendly summary of holidays in Korea.
Major public holidays in Korea
New Year's Day (January 1), Independence Day (March 1), Children's Day (May 5), Memorial Day (June 6), Liberation Day (August 15), National Foundation Day (October 3), Hangul Day (October 9), Christmas (December 25) etc. Here, it is determined by the lunar calendar Lunar New Year, Buddha’s Birthday, Chuseokis added, and if a public holiday overlaps with a weekend, Substitute public holidayI also take a break.
Lunar New Year — Lunar New Year
New Year's Dayis usually the first day of the first month of the lunar calendar, 3-day holidayIt is. family gathered together After performing the ancestral rites, rice cake soupWhile eating, tell the adults three timesWe give and receive good wishes and New Year’s money. They also wear Hanbok.
Chuseok — Korean Thanksgiving Day
ChuseokIt is also on the 15th day of the 8th month of the lunar calendar. 3-day holidayIt is. Grateful for the year's harvest SongpyeonMake, eat, and make a wish while looking at the full moon. Both Lunar New Year and Chuseok ‘Great national migration’So many people visit their hometown that it is called a place.
Other good days to know
Although it is not an official holiday Valentine's Day, White Day, Pepero Day The same anniversary is also enjoyed through unique Korean culture. Companies and schools are closed on public holidays, but some places work depending on the industry.
Things foreigners must know during the holidays
During the Lunar New Year and Chuseok holidays Many restaurants, supermarkets, banks, and government offices are closed. Even large supermarkets have days off. Do your shopping in advance. Also, trains, buses, and planes Ticket prices are skyrocketingAnd the highways are very congested, so if you plan to travel, it is recommended to reserve tickets early. Convenience stores and some large shopping malls are generally open.
Experiencing the holiday atmosphere together is a special experience of living in Korea. If you take care of holidays and transportation in advance, you can enjoy the holidays more leisurely!
