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What Is Jangma? – Understanding Korea's Summer Rainy Season

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Korean Jangma at a Glance Jangma (Korea's summer rainy season) is Korea's seasonal rainy period that arrives in early summer. It usually begins between late June and July and lasts for several weeks. Many first-time visitors imagine constant rain throughout the season, but that's not actually how Jangma works. Some days bring heavy rainfall, while others are surprisingly sunny, and sudden downpours can quickly give way to clear skies. As summer approaches, it's common to hear Koreans ask, "When will Jangma begin?" People start checking the weather forecast more often, carrying umbrellas, and making indoor plans whenever rain is expected. Jangma is more than just a period of frequent rain. It shapes everyday life, influences travel plans, and marks the beginning of Korea's hot and humid summer. Raindrops on a window during Korea's Jangma season. What Is Jangma? Jangma (Korea's summer rainy season) is a seaso...
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Korea’s Founding Story: The Myth of Dangun, the Bear and the Tiger

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⚡ What Is the Dangun Myth? The Dangun myth is one of Korea’s best-known founding stories, recorded in the Samguk Yusa . It tells how Hwanung came down from heaven, how a bear became a woman, and how Dangun was born and founded Gojoseon. Gojoseon is traditionally said to have been founded in 2333 BCE, and today this story is usually understood as a symbolic origin story that explains Korean identity and cultural values. A Quick Summary of the Dangun Myth The Dangun myth explains the origin of the Korean people and the birth of Gojoseon, Korea’s first kingdom. This story was not written down from the beginning. It was passed down orally for a long time before being recorded during the Goryeo period. The Samguk Yusa was compiled by the Buddhist monk Iryeon in the Goryeo dynasty, and it contains many legends, folk traditions, and historical accounts. The story includes Hwanung, a bear and a tiger who wish to become human, and Dangun, who later founds Gojoseon. Th...
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