Korean Chuseok Holiday

Chuseok ( from 28th.Sept to 3rd. Oct. )

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Chuseok, also known as Korean Thanksgiving Day, is a major traditional holiday in South Korea. It's typically celebrated on the 15th day of the 8th month of the lunar calendar, which usually falls in late September or early October. Here's a brief overview:

Harvest Festival: Chuseok is primarily a harvest festival, celebrating the bountiful autumn harvest. It's a time for giving thanks to ancestors and the gods for the year's crops.

Family Reunions: Similar to Thanksgiving in the United States, Chuseok is a time for families to come together. Many people travel long distances to visit their hometowns and spend time with loved ones.

Traditional Food: Traditional Korean dishes are central to Chuseok celebrations. One of the most iconic foods is "songpyeon," a type of rice cake filled with sweet fillings like sesame seeds and honey.

Performances and Games: Various cultural activities and games are organized during Chuseok. These may include traditional dances, music performances, and activities like archery or ssireum (Korean wrestling).

Charye: One of the main rituals of Chuseok is the Charye, where families gather to pay respects to their ancestors by offering food and performing ceremonies at ancestral graves.

Hanbok: People often wear traditional Korean clothing called "hanbok" during Chuseok to celebrate their culture and heritage.

Overall, Chuseok is a time of gratitude, reflection, and celebration of Korean traditions and family bonds. It's a significant holiday that holds a special place in Korean culture.

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