A hanok-themed library, designed in the style of a traditional Korean house, is located in central Seoul's Samcheong Park. Courtesy of Seoul Metropolitan Government Event will run for 10 days, starting Friday By Jung Da-hyun The second Seoul Hanok Week will take place from this Friday through Oct. 6 in Bukchon and Seochon, two of the city's most iconic hanok villages, the Seoul Metropolitan Government announced Monday.
The event will feature a range of cultural programs, including exhibitions, guided tours, hands-on experiences and live music performances, offering visitors an immersive experience of traditional Korean houses in the city. The main poster of Seoul Hanok Week Currently, the city government is actively working to enhance the appeal of its 2,000-year-old urban landscape and promote hanok living as a cultural brand through a special initiative. During Seoul Hanok Week, exhibitions will be held across 10 hanoks in the Bukchon and Seochon areas, showcasing a diverse range of contemporary art.
Featured pieces will include furniture, crafts, paintings, sculptures, installations, media works, videos and photographs by 10 contemporary artists, offering visitors a chance to explore the dynamic interaction between traditional Korean architecture and modern art. The exhibitions will be hosted at five houses in each area, including two privately owned hanok recognized as the best in Seoul. Visitors can enjoy the art while strolling through the hanok-lined alleyways, experie.