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Get ready to celebrate the beauty and complexity of the Korean alphabet on South Korea Hangul Day, which falls on October 9! This day commemorates the creation of Hangul, also known as Hangeul, the official writing system of South Korea. It was developed in the 15th century by King Sejong the Great and has since become an integral part of Korean culture and heritage. Not only is it a fascinating writing system with a unique structure, but it also reflects the resilience and creativity of the Korean people. So let's honor this special day by learning more about Hangul and appreciating its role in shaping Korean identity.
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1446</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Creation of Hangul</div><div class='timeline-text'>King Sejong the Great officially introduced Hangul to replace the complex Classical Chinese script previously used in Korea.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1894</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Hangul Day Celebration</div><div class='timeline-text'>Hangul Day is formally celebrated for the first time by Korean intellectuals, promoting national literature and language.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1945</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Hangul Reinstated Post Japanese Occupation</div><div class='timeline-text'>Following the end of World War II and Japanese Occupation, Hangul was reinstated as the national script of Korea.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1949</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Official Recognition of Hangul Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>The South Korean government officially recognized October 9th as Hangul Day, a national commemorative day.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2013</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Hangul Day Becomes a National Holiday</div><div class='timeline-text'>Hangul Day was elevated to a national public holiday status in South Korea, allowing all Koreans to celebrate their unique writing system.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Learn to read and write Hangul</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take the opportunity to learn the Korean alphabet, Hangul, on this special day! There are many online resources and apps available to help you learn this unique and beautiful writing system.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Watch a Korean movie or drama</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Celebrate South Korea's cultural impact by watching a Korean movie or drama. You can even challenge yourself by watching without subtitles and see how much of the dialogue you can understand in Hangul!</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Attend a Hangul calligraphy workshop</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Try your hand at traditional Korean calligraphy by attending a workshop or class. Celebrate Hangul Day by creating your own beautiful handwritten characters.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Sample some traditional Korean dishes</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>What better way to celebrate Hangul Day than by indulging in delicious Korean food? Try some classic dishes like bibimbap, bulgogi, or kimchi and appreciate the language and culture behind them.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Join a Hangul language exchange group</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Meet new people and practice your Hangul skills by joining a language exchange group. You can share your knowledge of the language and culture while learning from others as well.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It celebrates the Korean language and culture</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Hangul Day is a day to celebrate the creation of the Korean alphabet, which helped preserve the unique Korean language and culture. It's a reminder of the rich history and traditions that make South Korea such a special country.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It promotes literacy and education</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Hangul Day highlights the importance of literacy and education in society. The creation of Hangul made it easier for Koreans to learn how to read and write, leading to increased levels of literacy throughout the country.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It showcases innovation and ingenuity</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>The creation of Hangul was a revolutionary act in its time, as it allowed for greater accessibility to written language for all social classes. This display of innovation and ingenuity is still celebrated on Hangul Day, making it an important part of Korean history.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Hangul is Scientific and Systematic</h3><p class='facts-content'>Hangul was designed so that each element of its alphabet represents different parts of the vocal apparatus, turning language into a scientific and systematic system. This ingenious design sets it apart from most other languages.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>The Original Name was Hunminjeongeum</h3><p class='facts-content'>When first introduced by King Sejong, the Korean alphabet was actually called "Hunminjeongeum," which translates to "the correct sounds for the instruction of the people."</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Hangul was Initially Resisted by the Elite</h3><p class='facts-content'>When Hangul was first introduced, it faced resistance from the scholarly elite who were accustomed to using Classical Chinese. They considered Hangul to be inferior and a threat to their social status.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Hangul Led to Increased Literacy</h3><p class='facts-content'>The introduction of Hangul helped to spread literacy throughout Korea, as its simplicity made it possible for people of all social classes, including commoners, to learn to read and write.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Hangul is Recognized Internationally</h3><p class='facts-content'>Not just a national treasure, Hangul has been recognized globally for its uniqueness and effectiveness. In 1997, the Alphabet Olympiad Committee declared Hangul the world's best alphabet.</p></div></div>
South Korea Hangul Day is celebrated on October 9 every year. In 2024 it will fall on a Wednesday.
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