University festival Culture in Korea

In The University festival in Korea mainly two types of events are organised:

1) Main stage performances where students from different departments of the University and some famous celebrities from Korea takes part as Singers and Dancers.

2)The second event is organised by making tents(where beer,wine and different kinds of drinks are sold by the volunteer students of the activity clubs inside the university campus(usually beside the main stage).The students drink wine and enjoy the cultural events with their friends.

This was my first time to attend a University Festival in Korea, organized by the Wonkwang University (Jeolldo, Iksan) Students. I enjoyed a lot with my Korean friends as well as (NIIED) scholars from different parts of the world. Different kinds of Korean foods, ,intersting games, cultural performances etc .were managed by the Wonkwang University students. We all compared the various activities of this event and compared with our home countries. Everybody appreciated this and showed their immense interest after having lots of fun and interaction with the Korean students. I find Korea very active in this kind of University activities as India.

Fan Dance in Korea: an awesome piece of dance

Fan Dance in Korea: an awesome piece of dance

This is one of the most famous dance of Korea which is performed with colorful fans.fan dance is believed to be originated during Joseon dynasty court dances and remains a popular form of traditional Korean dance. I got this golden opportunity to see fan dance for the first time when I was pursuing my Bachelors in Korean studies from JNU , New Delhi at the ocasion of Hangeul Day celebration by the Korean Department.After that I saw fan dance many times in Korea too and appreciated its aesthetic grace and beauty.This dance is done by females.Don't forget to see this beautiful dance if you get this opportunity.

India and S. Korea to explore civil nuclear link

A team of civil nuclear experts from India is in South Korea to explore avenues of “broad-based cooperation” in the sensitive domain, according to diplomatic sources.Experts from the Bhabha Atomic Research Centre and the Nuclear Power Corporation of India are attending a two-day professional workshop in Seoul.The event is focussed on the entire civil nuclear spectrum ranging from research to operational safety. The Indian delegation is also expected to visit a nuclear power plant in Busan and a heavy industry firm.South Korea is known to be keen on showcasing its capabilities in the fabrication of commercial nuclear reactors, in particular mega-power units. Seoul is also aware of India’s efforts at developing the fast-breeder technology among other civil nuclear aspects.The genesis of these exchanges between the experts on both sides can be traced to some diplomatic efforts that predated a recent agreement at the summit level, said sources.However, the accord between South Korean President Lee Myung-bak and Prime Minister Manmohan Singh in New Delhi on January 25 provides a new context. The two leaders “shared the view that nuclear energy can play an important role as a safe, sustainable and non-polluting source of energy.” And, they “agreed to facilitate the development of a framework for bilateral civil nuclear cooperation.” Such cooperation was envisioned to include research for peaceful purposes and not just electricity generation.South Korea, which operates at least 20 commercial nuclear reactors, has in recent weeks publicised its success in bagging a contract for building four such units in the United Arab Emirates.

Orientation Programme

Orientation Programme

It was the day of orientation,the members of World Students in Korea from different countries across the globe gathered at National Museum exhibition hall on May 4,2010.After a formal introduction we were introduced to the blogs that has been managed by the 2nd batch members.after having award ceremony and welcome speech by the Hon'ble ex president of Korea University,we got know know many cultural aspects of Korea too.After this brief session we had a really great opportunity to explore the National Museum of Korea with magnficient Guide. Of course ,In a short tour exploring the whole information about the museum was not possible but we got to know the various historical facts and the cultural heritages and could know and experience the ancient religious practices too.The statue of the Great Buddha in various forms and from various places and reigns in different dynasties.The visit also showed the various aspects of korean culture and One could easily feel how korean culture has underwent changes too.It was not merely an informative trip only but was opportunity to feel the ancient culture of Korea.My dear friends who are reading my blog,I would like to request you to pleas join World students in Korea to make your life in your Korea complete with best moments.

The Korean Traditional dress Hanbok is having its own beauty.