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Welcome Reception
The welcome reception will be the first formal gathering which will provide a good opportunity to network and make friends. |
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- Date & Time: 6 October, 2008 / 18:00 - 20:00
- Place: Garden of The Seoul Museum of History
- Program: Welcome speech, Traditional Music Performance, Seating Dinner
- All delegates to the conference are invited. |
Kang Eunil & Haegum Plus
Kang Eun-il & Haegum Plus perform several genres with Haegum and other Oriental and Western instruments. The music promotes communication beyond time and space. It is also a retrospective of
Korean traditional music's past, creating the present toward the future. His Korean New Music group attempts to reach a balance between Korean traditional music and modern age. Kang Eun-il & Haegum Plus, Yoshida Brothers of Japan and 12 Ladies Music Chambers of China are the most distinguished groups representing Asia with their own indigenous instruments. Kang Eun-il & Haegum Plus use Korean traditional music as their text and express pure crossover music spanning from Asia to the West. Kang’s music displays the Haegum's potential and place in the global context. The Haegum originally has a slow and rough tone. However, Kang Eun-il translates the tradition into a new music full of beautiful melodies and great temperance. Her music approaches us as a lyric poem. Her bowing, strong and gracious, will make her fans happy with renewed appreciation of Korean music's potential and give foreigners, who are unfamiliar with Korean music, an opportunity to share in a universal musical experience.
Free concert at the lobby of the Seoul Museum of History
- Date & Time: October 7, 19:00
- Performed by the Seoul Metropolitan Traditional Music Orchestra
It is the first traditional music orchestra in Korea.
They have been putting enormous efforts in creative transformation of traditional music and popularization of creative music. They have held 290 regular concerts and some 2000 special concerts. Their concerts in Taiwan, Japan, Indonesia, Thailand, Singapore, France, the USA, India, Uzbekistan, and Russia were successful and fully appreciated internationally. The Seoul Metropolitan Traditional Music Orchestra has developed numerous creative string music pieces that are modern yet have bases in traditional Korean music. The creation and introduction of these new musical pieces have been a stepping stone to development of creative music in Korea and popularization of Korean traditional music by trying new genres such as traditional Korea pop-music, fusions, and music videos. The Seoul Metropolitan Traditional Music Orchestra is promoting internationalization of Korean traditional music to become a front-runner in traditional Korea string music in the 21st century.
Farewell Dinner
- Date & Time: 8 October, 2008 / 18:00 - 20:00
- Place: Garden of Samcheonggak (Traditional Korean house)
- Program: Seating Dinner
- All delegates to the conference are invited. |
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City Tour - Official Tour Program
Reservations are on a first come first served basis, and participants are kindly advised to make tour reservations before August 30, 2008. Please indicate on the registration form which one of the following city tours you wish to join.
Wednesday, October 08, 2008, 0900 ~ 1600 ND |
CT01
All Admission, Lunch at Local Restaurant, Motor Coach, English Speaking Guide are included. |
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Description
The National Museum of Korea is the flagship museum of Korean history and art in South Korea and is the cultural organization that represents Korea . The museum contains over 150,000 pieces in its collection with 11,000 on display at one time. It is the largest museum in Asia.
Changdeokgung is said to be the most beautiful palace. Back of the main building area is a royal garden called ‘Huwon(backyard garden)' or ‘Bi-won(Secret Garden)'. You may find the superb landscape with pavilions, ponds and wooded areas loved by many kings and queens of Joseon Dynasty. I nsadong Street is the ideal place for visitors who want to experience the true character of Korean art, with its subtle, enduring beauty. Once you are in Insa-dong, you will immediately be drawn to the small alleys lined with numerous shops and galleries, both tiny and spacious: antique shops, Korean stationery stores, frame shops, handicraft shops, pottery and porcelain shops, bookstores and painting studios, and art supply stores. Cheonggyecheon Stream offers many beautiful sights to see and enjoy. |
Wednesday, October 08, 2008, 0900 ~ 1600 ND |
CT02
All Admission, Lunch at Local Restaurant, Motor Coach, English Speaking Guide are included. |
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Description
Gyeongbok Palace was built in the late 14th century by the founder of the Joseon Dynasty. The majestic edifice, "Geunjeongjeon," and the spacious 2-story pavilion "Gyeongheoru," are nestled in the middle of lotus pond "Hyangwonjeong. The National Palace Museum of Korea opened in 1992 with relics from the Joseon Dynasty [1392~1910] on display. Over 20,000 royal relics from Gyeongbokgung Palace , Changdeokgung Palace , Changgyeonggung Palace and Jongmyo Shrine are on display. Bugak Skyway is probably the most scenic drive in Seoul as well-trimmed trees line both sides of the road trailing through Mt. Bukak . You can also enjoy a magnificent view from Octagonal Pavilion Park , the highest point of the Bugak Skyway.
Insadong Street is the ideal place for visitors who want to experience the true character of Korean art, with its subtle, enduring beauty. Once you are in Insa-dong, you will immediately be drawn to the small alleys lined with numerous shops and galleries, both tiny and spacious: antique shops, Korean stationery stores, frame shops, handicraft shops, pottery and porcelain shops, bookstores and painting studios, and art supply stores. |
Wednesday, October 08, 2008, 0900 ~ 1600 ND |
CT03
All Admission, Lunch at Local Restaurant, Motor Coach, English Speaking Guide are included. |
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Description
Leeum, overlooking the Han River , is located at Namsan. Leeum is made up of three themes, the past, present, and future arts and culture. Each of the three buildings reflects the individuality of its designers. With the use of diverse materials and progressive technology, the buildings themselves are works of art.
Gyeongbok Palace was built in the late 14th century by the founder of the Joseon Dynasty. The majestic edifice, "Geunjeongjeon," and the spacious 2-story pavilion "Gyeongheoru," are nestled in the middle of lotus pond "Hyangwonjeong".
The National Folk Museum of Korea is also situated in the palace compound. It displays the religious rituals, dwelling customs, household tools, food, and traditional costumes and the social dynamics of traditional Korean life. There are 20,000 artefacts, and 4,000 folk relics. Participants may compare the cultural characteristics and vestiges by period and see the development of pottery, agricultural implements and prints. |
Accompanying Person's Program
Please indicate on the registration form which one of the following tours you wish to join.
October 06 and 07, 2008 10:00-15:00, USD100/person (10persons) |
SP01 Kimchi Making
All Admission, Lunch at Local Restaurant, Motor Coach, English Speaking Guide are included. |
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Description
Kimchi is a thousand year old food in Korea, so a meal without Kimchi is unthinkable for most Koreans.
A fresh cabbage is the main ingredient of Kimchi, and it is spicy, yet sweet and is rich in seasoning which makes it perfect with any meal. Temple Life program is designed to give people inner Temple experiences at Bongeunsa Temple. Main activities are Temple tour, chamseon (meditation), and dado (tea ceremony) - all programs are conducted in English. |
October 06 and 07, 2008 09:30-17:00, USD120/person (10persons) |
SP02 Pottery Making Experience
Condition - All Admission, Lunch at Local Restaurant, Motor Coach, English Speaking Guide |
Itinerary
MUSEUM - Icheon Pottery Village - Silleuksa Temple - MUSEUM |
Description
Icheon Ceramics village is one of the largest ceramics villages in Korea. There are wide variety of pottery making programs operated by many private organizations, associations, museums and expo organizers.
We will visit one of the kilns for hands on experience of making world famous Korean ceramics. You may not only learn how to make the pottery, but also take your own craft with you after the program.
Facing the South Han River at Yeoju County, Silleuksa Temple is famous for long history and beautiful scenery. Summer Buddhism School, Temple stay programs are available on request, and many social activities. |
Post Conference Tour
Please indicate on the registration form which one of the following Post conference tours you wish to join.
PT01 - Gyeongju City, Capital of Shilla Kingdom
09:00, Thu, October 9 - 19:00, Fri, October10, 2008
Twin Occupancy: USD265/person, Single Occupancy: USD345/person |
Condition
- Minimum 10 persons required for the operation of Tour
- Accommodation at Gyeongju Hyundae Hotel Or Concorde Hotel
- Air conditioned Motor Coach
- English Speaking Guide
- 1 Breakfast at the Hotel
- 2 Lunch at Local Restaurant
- Dinner is NOT included
- All Admission Fee
- Toll and parking |
Itinerary
[Day 1] Museum - Gyeongju City (Gyeongju National Museum, Tumuli Park, Cheomseongdae) - Hotel
[Day 2] Seokguram Grotto - Bulguksa Temple - Shilla Ceramic Kiln - Museum |
Description
As the capital of the Shilla Kingdom for almost a thousand years, Gyeongju preserves vast amount of significant and fascinating historical heritages. Along with Bulkuksa Temple and Seokguram Grotto, the Gyeongju Historical District has been designated as World Heritage by UNESCO. Due to the bountiful historical, natural and cultural attractions, this region has long been a major tourist destination in Korea.
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PT02 - Jeju Island
09:00, Thu, October 9 - 19:00, Sat, October 11, 2008
Twin Occupancy: USD570/person, Single Occupancy: USD690/person |
Condition
- Minimum 10 persons required for the operation of Tour
- Accommodations at Jeju Kal Hotel or Jeju Grand Hotel
- Round Trip Transfer between Hotel and Gimpo Domestic Airport
- Round Trip Air Ticket to Jeju
- Air conditioned Motor Coach
- English Speaking Guide
- 2 ABF at the Hotel
- 3 Lunch at Local Restaurant
- Dinner is NOT included
- All Admission Fee
- Toll and parking |
Itinerary
[Day 1] Museum - Gimpo Domestic Airport - Jeju Island - Jeju Natural History Museum - Yongdu'am - Samsunghyul - Mokseokwon - Hotel
[Day 2] Seongsan Ilchulbong (sunrise peak) - Manjang Cave - Seongeup Folk Village - Cheonjiyeon Water Fall - Jusangjeollidae (Volcanic Pillar Shape) - Hotel
[Day 3] Sambanggulsa - Misterious Road - Jeju City - Jeju Island - Seoul/Gimpo Domestic Airport |
Description
Lying off the southwest coast of the Republic of Korea , the scenic resort island of Jeju-do is dominated by Mount Halla , Korea 's highest mountain at 1950m (6400ft). Just a one-hour flight from Seoul , the island's warm, sunny climate and myriad leisure facilities mean that it is the country's most popular honeymoon destination. Numerous natural attractions include the Samsonghyol Caves , three spectacular waterfalls and the volcanic scenery of Songsanilchulbong Park . Tours of the many tangerine orchards and visits to Seongeup Folk Village are also popular. Cheju-do is famous for its seafood, some of which is still harvested by traditional haenyeo women divers.
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