Encountering Original Cultural Heritage from the Baekje Kingdom at Incheon International Airport

May 18, 2023

On May 16 (Tue) the National Museum of Korea (Director General: Yoon Sung Yong) and the Buyeo National Museum (Director: Yun Hyeung-won) inaugurated a special exhibition entitled Masterpieces of the Baekje Kingdom: Tiles with Patterned Designs at South Korea's gateway to the world, the Airport Museum at Incheon International Airport. The exhibition runs until March 29 (Fri) 2024. It was organized to introduce and more widely promote these patterned tiles from the Baekje Kingdom that have been exhibited abroad the greatest number of times (22 times, 1960-2019) among all Korean cultural heritage items. They are truly prominent treasures representing the nation.

Twenty key tasks discussed to successfully host the 2024 Gangwon Winter Youth Olympics

May 12, 2023

CHO Yong Man, the 2nd Vice Minister of the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism (Minister PARK Bo-gyoon, MCST) met with officials from the Gangwon 2024 Organizing Committee, Gangwon Provincial Government, and officials from the host cities (Gangneung, PyeongChang, Jeongseon, and Hoengseong) on May 11 (Thur) to check the preparations and discuss major issues of the Gangwon 2024 Youth Olympic Games.

K-Tourism Ventures Take First Step into Middle East Export Market

May 11, 2023

K-tourism ventures visited Abu Dhabi to hold a road show aimed at attracting investment from government agencies and investors. Some companies have achieved tangible results, entering into formal contract negotiations. Concentrated marketing efforts, such as K-tourism promotion booths and Korea Tourism Night, were operated to raise awareness of K-tourism’s charm in the Middle East.

The solidarity spirit of sports reporters from 150 countries around the world shines in Seoul

May 09, 2023

The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism (Minister PARK Bo Gyoon, MCST), together with the Korea Sports Press Union (KSPU), will hold the 85th International Sports Press Association (AIPS, Association Internationale De La Presse Sportive) Congress at the Sofitel Ambassador Seoul Hotel from May 8 (Mon) to 11 (Thur).

Top 10 “K-Tourism Markets” to Become Engines for Activating Domestic Economy and Boosting Regional Vitality

May 04, 2023

The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism (Minister PARK Bo Gyoon, MCST) has selected the top 10 “K-Tourism Markets” in collaboration with the Korea Tourism Organization (CEO KIM Jang Sil, KTO) to promote local tourism and showcase the charm of Korea’s traditional markets. Considering the unique appeal of each market, its connection with nearby tourist attractions, and its contribution to the local economy, 10 markets across the country have been chosen, including the Seoul Folk Flea Market, Sinpo International Market (Incheon), Yangdong Market (Gwangju), and Andong Gu Market.