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Explore Korea This Autumn with “Fall in Korea”
Oct 21, 2024
The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism (Minister YU In Chon, MCST) and the Korea Tourism Organization (KTO), is set to unveil an impressive array of over 70 fall travel itineraries. These carefully curated experiences, organized into 11 distinct themes, aim to highlight the diverse local charms of Korea and inspire citizens to venture into every corner of the country during the enchanting autumn season. To further promote domestic travel, the MCST will introduce a variety of incentives to make travel more affordable. These include public train travel events, local excursions with celebrity travel companion YEO Jin Goo, a public travelogue contest, and substantial discounts on transportation and accommodation.
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Han Kang Wins First Nobel Prize in Literature for Korea
Oct 18, 2024
Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism (MCST), YU In Chon, expressed his congratulations and encouragement to Han Kang, the first Korean author to win the Nobel Prize in Literature, during the 38th Book Day ceremony on October 11 (Friday).
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"Korea Stage Festa" Welcomes Performance Art Professionals
Oct 14, 2024
Minister of Culture, Sports, and Tourism (MCST), YU In Chon, attended the “2024 Korea Stage Festa (KSF)” welcome event at the National Theater of Korea on Oct. 11 (Fri), to show his support for the performance arts professionals and field their opinions on the current state of play in the industry.
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Selection of Winners and Awards on the 578th Anniversary of Hangeul Day
Oct 11, 2024
In celebration of the 578th anniversary of Hangeul Day, the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism (Minister YU In Chon, MCST) presented awards to the winners of the Sejong Culture Award and individuals who have made distinguished contributions to the promotion of Hangeul. This year, three individuals and one organization received the Sejong Culture Award, while thirteen individuals and two organizations were awarded for their distinguished service in promoting Hangeul. In addition, the Okgwan Order of Cultural Merit was awarded to one individual, the Hwagwan Order of Cultural Merit to another, Cultural Merit Medals to two, Presidential Citations to five individuals and two organizations, and Prime Minister’s Citations to four individuals.
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Over 10,000 Foreign Tourists to Enjoy an Autumn Trip to Korea with K-Culture
Oct 10, 2024
The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism (Minister YU In Chon, MCST) in collaboration with the Korea Tourism Organization (Acting President SEO Young Choong, KTO) hosted the 2024 K-Link Festival on October 5, 6:00 PM at the Inspire Resort Arena in Incheon in celebration of the 2023-2024 Visit Korea Year.