Friends from Korea, are you planning a visit to Hong Kong? From world-class events, seasonal celebrations, as well as cultural and heritage exploration 🏛️, gourmet culinary 🍲, glamorous shopping experiences  🛍️ and iconic skyline 🌇 , there is always a pleasant surprise to us all in Hong Kong getting you inspired.  We can’t wait to welcome you! So go on – dive in! 

On 27 July 1953, the United Nations Command, the Korean People's Army, and the Chinese People's Volunteer Army signed the Korean Armistice Agreement. They agreed to cease the Korean War and to establish a demilitarised zone separating the two Koreas. According to the agreement, however, the war was only ceased, but not ended. Therefore, the two Koreas are technically still at war. Also, the Military Demarcation Line between them had long been the frontline of the Cold War.

Bungeo ppang, a favorite winter snack, gets its name from its fish-like shape. This sweet snack is molded in the shape of a carp, called bungeo in Korean. The pancake batter-like shell is filled with red-bean paste, cream or cheese and then baked.

Kimchi, a fermented vegetable dish, is a traditional dish that accompanies every meal served in Korea. There are many variations in recipes and forms, using different vegetables such as cabbage, radish, and cucumber. The health benefits of kimchi have been scientifically proven, increasing the global interest in this Korean food.

Traditional markets in Korea offer a variety of unique scenes; they are always bustling with lively energy, savory smells, and interesting items that cannot be found anywhere else. Discover Korea’s market culture and lifestyle by visiting any one of the markets listed below.

Changdeokgung Palace was established in 1405 as the secondary palace to Gyeongbokgung Palace. Located in the east of Gyeongbokgung Palace, Changdeokgung Palace is recognized as the most elegant, exquisite and beautiful one among the "Five Grand Palaces". It had been the residence of the royal family of the Joseon dynasty until 1989 when Yi Bangja, Crown Princess Uimin of Korea, died at the Nakseon Hall.