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Koreans Celebrate Lunar New Year

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https://upfile.neungyule.com/upload_admin/2026/02/1061_p02.jpgOne of Korea¡¯s most cherished traditional holidays is Seollal, also known as Lunar New Year. As the day quickly approaches, families throughout the nation are preparing to celebrate the meaningful occasion.

In 2026, Seollal falls on February 17th, with the official holiday period lasting from February 16th to 18th. Since these dates come right after the weekend, Koreans will enjoy a rare five-day break. This extended holiday allows people to travel back to their hometowns, spend time with relatives, and take part in customs that emphasize family unity and cultural heritage.

A central tradition is sebae, where younger family members bow deeply to their elders while offering New Year¡¯s greetings. In return, they receive words of blessings, encouragement, and often money gifts. Children also look forward to playing traditional games such as yutnori, a board game using wooden sticks, and jegichagi, in which players kick a feathered shuttlecock. These activities add joy and energy to the holiday atmosphere.

On the morning of Seollal, families perform charye, an ancestral rite, and visit the gravesite to honor past generations. After the ritual, everyone shares a bowl of tteokguk, a soup made with sliced rice cakes. Eating tteokguk symbolizes gaining one year of age, and many believe that without it, one does not officially grow older.

The tradition of marking the Lunar New Year is not unique to Korea. Other countries, including China, Vietnam, Singapore, and Malaysia, also celebrate this holiday, each with distinctive customs and festive foods. Together, these celebrations reflect the shared cultural importance of welcoming the coming year across Asia.

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