Sixty-nine KDI students were able to visit the traditional Korean Folk Village (KFV) in Gyeonggi-do, March 17 as part of a Cultural event series for international students. The beautiful weather, with plenty of sunshine and a light breeze, lightened the atmosphere and made for a more enjoyable excursion. It was the first visit to the KFV for all the international students, and thanks to a well-organized schedule by the KDI School staff and the hospitality of tour guides, it was

Just an hour-drive to the south of Seoul is the Korean Folk Village. This traditional village reenacts the everyday life of traditional Korea. Homes typical of the various provinces are on display for visitors to walk through and take pictures of. “Once you enter the Folk Village, you may get the feeling you’ve stepped into another century, rather than another province,” said KDI Lecturer LEE Sun-Ja.

The international students were given the chance to see many performances such as the Korean festivals of farm music and dance, korean acrobatics, and tight-rope walking. To many international students, the traditional wedding of an actual Korean couple will likely be a long lasting memory. Aside from being able to see traditional Korea through the houses and displays in the Korean Village, students also had a chance to taste the famous Korean Pancakes and Bibimbap (steamed rice with beef and assorted vegetables).

By Sophaseila SAKETT (2007 MBA)