Seoul brings 600 years of heritage, Han River noodle bars to Rome
Long before Korean culture swept global airwaves through pop music and cinema, residents of Seoul perfected "pungryu" — a philosophy of refined leisure, artistic expression and communion with nature. Now, that centuries-old ethos has arrived in Italy, bridging ancient Joseon Dynasty (1392-1910) scholarship with the vibrant pulse of modern city life. The Seoul Museum of History, in collaboration…
For over half a millennium, the city of Seoul has been a haven for refined leisure, artistic expression, and harmony with the natural world. This profound philosophy, known as pungryu, has now taken its place in Italy, bridging the gap between ancient Joseon Dynasty scholarship and contemporary urban life.
The Seoul Museum of History, in partnership with the Korean Cultural Center in Italy, has launched a traveling international exhibition titled "The Charm of Seoul: Pungryu" in Rome. This exhibition, which follows a successful run in Warsaw, Poland, immerses European visitors in six centuries of Seoul's aesthetic heritage. Through a diverse array of rare artifacts, engaging media, and interactive culinary experiences, the showcase offers a glimpse into how Seoul's citizens have cultivated joy throughout the ages.
The exhibition is made possible by Korea's Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism, which supports the Touring K-Arts initiative. The narrative unfolds from the late Joseon Dynasty era, featuring historic treasures like Sangchun Yaeyo, as it traces the evolution of Seoul's citizens' pursuit of joy.
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