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Stories of Korea’s National Treasures 25Photo Credit: Cultural Heritage Administration of KoreaStele of King Taejong Muyeol(Gyeongju, Gyeongsangbuk-do)🏯 1. The King Who Unified the LandStanding quietly in Gyeongju, the Stele of King Taejong Muyeol honors Kim Chun-chu (604–661), the 29th king of the Silla Kingdom, who played a pivotal role in unifying the Three Kingdoms of Korea — Silla, Baekje,..

🍂 Korean Traditional Game Series 24Daksseum(닭싸움 · Korean Chicken Fight)🕰️ 1. IntroductionDaksseum (닭싸움), literally meaning “chicken fight,” is a traditional Korean physical game played mostly by boys, especially during winter.It is a lively balance game that tests strength, endurance, and agility — and, of course, brings out plenty of laughter and cheers.The name comes from dak (chicken) and s..

Stories of Korea’s National Treasures 24Photo Credit : Cultural Heritage Administration of KoreaSeokguram Grotto(Gyeongju, Gyeongsangbuk-do)🏯 1. A Stone Temple Born from DevotionHigh on the slopes of Mount Toham in Gyeongju stands Seokguram Grotto, a masterpiece of spiritual architecture and one of the crowning achievements of the Unified Silla period. Built in the 8th century during the reign ..

🍂 Korean Traditional Game Series 23Kkorijapgi(꼬리잡기 · Korean Tail-Chasing Game)🕰️ 1. IntroductionKkorijapgi (꼬리잡기), meaning “catching the tail,” is a traditional Korean outdoor group game that combines strategy, teamwork, and agility.It was one of the most popular games played by children during festivals, picnics, or after school — full of laughter, running, and shouts of excitement.The name c..

🍂 Korean Traditional Game Series 22Mapaenori(마패놀이 · Korean Horse Token Game)🕰️ 1. IntroductionMapaenori (마패놀이) is a traditional Korean imaginative play inspired by the mapae — a metal horse token used during the Joseon Dynasty to signify official authority and permission to use government horses.In villages, children would create their own mapae from wood, clay, or paper and pretend to be roya..

Stories of Korea’s National Treasures 23Photo Credit: Cultural Heritage Administration of Korea Cheongungyo and Baegungyo Bridges of Bulguksa Temple(Gyeongju, Gyeongsangbuk-do)🏯 1. Bridges of Heaven and CloudsAt the entrance to Bulguksa Temple stand two graceful stone stairways — Cheongungyo (Blue Cloud Bridge) and Baegungyo (White Cloud Bridge).These are not ordinary steps; they are symbolic p..

🌉 Stories of Korea’s National Treasures 22Photo Credit: Cultural Heritage Administration of Korea Lotus Bridge and Chilbo Bridge of Bulguksa Temple, Gyeongju(경주 불국사 연화교 및 칠보교 · 慶州 佛國寺 蓮花橋 및 七寶橋)📖 1. History and DescriptionThe Lotus Bridge (Yeonhwagyo) and Chilbo Bridge (Chilbogyo) of Bulguksa Temple, located in Gyeongju, Gyeongsangbuk-do, are designated together as National Treasure No. 22 of ..

🍂 Korean Traditional Game Series 21 Bangseokttameokgi(방석따먹기 · Korean Mat Stealing Game)🕰️ 1. IntroductionBangseokttameokgi (방석따먹기), literally meaning “stealing the mat,” is a lively Korean outdoor game that tests speed, timing, and clever tactics.It was often played by children in schoolyards or village courtyards, especially during festivals or after classes.The word bangseok means “cushion” ..

🪨 Stories of Korea’s National Treasures 21Photo Credit: Cultural Heritage Administration of Korea Seokgatap Pagoda of Bulguksa Temple, Gyeongju(경주 불국사 삼층석탑 · 慶州 佛國寺 三層石塔)📖 1. History and DescriptionThe Seokgatap Pagoda of Bulguksa Temple, located in Gyeongju, Gyeongsangbuk-do, is designated as National Treasure No. 21 of Korea.Built in the 8th century during the Unified Silla period, this pago..

🍂 Korean Traditional Game Series 20Oejultagi(외줄타기 · Korean Tightrope Walking)🕰️ 1. IntroductionOejultagi (외줄타기), or Korean tightrope walking, is a traditional performance art that combines acrobatics, rhythm, and storytelling.It was often performed during village festivals and major holidays, captivating audiences with its elegance, humor, and thrilling balance.The word oejul means “single rop..