By Maria Charmaine GUEVARA (2012 MDP, Philippines)

It was a cool and sunny Saturday on March 31, when about fifty plus KDI School students went on a cultural excursion to the Korean Folk Village at Yong-in City, Gyeonggi-do. Everyone was excited to partake in this unique exposure to the Korean way of life in late Joseon Dynasty. Led by expert guides, students learned about the different industries in that era—pottery-making, basket-weaving, metal-forging, fan-making and embroidery, etc. Students also had the opportunity to familiarize themselves with the traditional houses of nobilities and commoners. This visit brought them to a broader understanding of traditional Korean culture, from food and clothing to housing and industries.

Let us hear in person what the students had to say about their visit to the Korean Folk Village: