Traditional Korean Customs

Traditional Korean customs emphasize respect, familial hierarchy, and ritual purity. Key practices include bowing to elders as a sign of respect, especially during important occasions like holidays and ceremonies. Ancestral rites, known as "Jesa," honor ancestors through offerings and prayers. Korean weddings often feature colorful hanbok garments and rituals symbolizing harmony and prosperity. Respect for elders is reflected in language—using honorific terms— and social interactions. Traditional customs also include celebrating Lunar New Year (Seollal) and Chuseok (harvest festival), where families gather, prepare special foods, and pay homage to ancestors, reinforcing cultural continuity and social bonds.