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Stories of Korea’s National Treasures 69Photo Credit : Cultural Heritage Administration of KoreaCeladon Maebyeong with Inlaid Cloud and Crane Design(Goryeo Dynasty)🏯 1. A Vase Where Cranes Fly Through CloudsAmong the masterpieces of Goryeo celadon, the Maebyeong with Inlaid Cloud and Crane Design is often regarded as the embodiment of Korean elegance and refinement.Created during the Goryeo Dyn..

💧 Korean Folktale Series 97 “The Guardian Spirit of the Village Well”(마을 우물의 수호령 이야기 · Maeul Umul-ui Suhoryeong Iyagi)🕰️ 1. The StoryLong ago, in a mountain village where rivers ran far from the fields, the villagers depended on a single stone well at the center of town. The water was always clear and cold, even during the hottest summers.The elders often warned,“Treat the well with respect.A ..

🍀 Korean Traditional Game Series 67Jebibbopgi(제비뽑기 · Drawing Lots) 🕰️ 1. The GameJebibbopgi (제비뽑기) is a traditional Korean method of drawing lots to make decisions fairly and randomly.Long before digital games or organized competitions, Korean children often used simple pieces of paper, sticks, or handwritten notes to choose turns, assign roles, or decide winners and losers during play.Though ..

🐦 Korean Folktale Series 96 “The Bond Created by the Magpie”(까치가 이룬 인연 · Kkachiga Irun Inyeon)🕰️ 1. The StoryLong ago, in a peaceful village surrounded by persimmon trees and flowing streams, there lived a young woman named Eun-bi. She was known for her gentle heart and kindness toward every living creature. Each morning, she left grains of rice outside her window for the birds, especially the..

🍂 Korean Traditional Game Series 66Donchigi(돈치기 · Coin Flicking Game) 🕰️ 1. The GameDonchigi (돈치기) is a traditional Korean game in which players flick coins toward a target area using their fingers.Before modern toys became common, children often created games using everyday objects, and coins became one of the most popular tools for play.Simple yet highly competitive, Donchigi required precis..

Stories of Korea’s National Treasures 67Photo Credit : Cultural Heritage Administration of KoreaCeladon Kundika with Inlaid Lotus and Mandarin Duck Design(Goryeo Dynasty)🏯 1. A Vessel of Grace and PurityAmong the masterpieces of Goryeo celadon, the Celadon Kundika with Inlaid Lotus and Mandarin Duck Design is admired for its elegant silhouette and poetic symbolism.Created during the Goryeo Dyna..

💎 Korean Folktale Series 95 “The Spirit of the Celestial Maiden Within the Hairpin”(비녀에 깃든 선녀의 혼 · Binyeo-e Giteun Seonnyeo-ui Hon)🕰️ 1. The StoryLong ago, during the late years of the Joseon Dynasty, there lived a young artisan named Yun-seo, renowned for crafting delicate jewelry from silver and jade. Though his hands were skilled, his heart carried quiet sorrow after losing his beloved sist..

🍂 Korean Traditional Game Series 65Nunsseum(눈싸움 · Snowball Fight) 🕰️ 1. The GameNunsseum (눈싸움), or snowball fighting, is a traditional Korean winter game enjoyed by children whenever snow blankets the ground.Simple yet full of excitement, this game turns snowy landscapes into lively battlefields of laughter.Children gather to form teams or play freely, throwing snowballs while running, dodging..

Stories of Korea’s National Treasures 66Photo Credit : Cultural Heritage Administration of KoreaCeladon Incense Burner with Giraffe-shaped Lid (Qilin)(Goryeo Dynasty)🏯 1. A Mythical Guardian of FragranceAmong the refined works of Goryeo celadon, the Incense Burner with a Qilin-shaped Lid stands out for its elegant fusion of mythology and craftsmanship.Created during the Goryeo Dynasty (12th cen..

🐎 Korean Folktale Series 94 “The Heavenly Horse of Cheonmasan”(천마산 하늘말 이야기 · Cheonmasan Haneulmal Iyagi)🕰️ 1. The StoryLong ago, in a land where mountains rose like waves of stone, there stood a majestic peak known as Cheonmasan—the Mountain of the Heavenly Horse.The elders told a story:“Long before this mountain had a name, a horse from the heavens once touched the earth here.”In a nearby vil..