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South Korea Prepares for New Year’s Celebrations
South Korea Prepares for New Year’s Celebrations0As the year comes to a close, South Korea is preparing to celebrate the arrival of 2025 with a blend of festive and meaningful traditions. While the country observes the Lunar New Year, it also celebrates the New Year based on the Gregorian calendar, the same as the rest of the world.

On New Year’s Eve, cities like Seoul light up with fireworks, and people gather in public spaces to mark the year’s final moments. One of the most well-known traditions is the bell-ringing ceremony at Bosingak Pavilion in central Seoul. The bell is rung 33 times at midnight, a centuries-old custom believed to cast away the past year’s misfortunes and bring good fortune for the new one. It is a moment of communal joy, with people celebrating together and wishing for a fresh start.

Countdown events also always draw large crowds. In Busan, the New Year celebration is full of excitement and festive events. One of the biggest attractions is the annual “Countdown Busan” held at Gwangalli Beach. The event features live music performances, fireworks, and a spectacular countdown to midnight. The stunning fireworks show over the beach is a highlight, attracting both locals and tourists.
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South Korea marks Jan. 1 with various customs. One of the key traditions is eating tteokguk, a soup with thinly sliced rice cakes. This dish symbolizes the gaining of a year in age and brings good luck and prosperity for the year ahead. Families often gather to share this meal, creating a sense of togetherness and renewal as they start the new year. Families spend time together, giving gifts and making New Year’s resolutions, often focusing on personal growth, health, and success in the coming months. In modern South Korea, New Year’s Day is also an occasion for people to attend concerts, enjoy fireworks displays, and participate in public celebrations.

As 2025 approaches, South Korea embraces a festive atmosphere. From the team at The Teen Times, we wish all our readers a Happy New Year!



Luis Apolo
Staff Reporter
teen/1734669098/1613367592
 
인쇄기능입니다.
1. How does South Korea celebrate the New Year based on the Gregorian calendar?
2. Where is the annual “Countdown Busan” event held, and what activities take place there?
3. What are some modern activities South Koreans participate in during New Year’s celebrations?
4. Which cities are highlighted in the passage for their New Year’s events?
 
1. What makes New Year’s celebrations in South Korea unique compared to other countries?
2. How do traditional customs, like eating tteokguk or the bell-ringing ceremony, reflect Korean culture and values?
3. Why do you think events like “Countdown Busan” are popular among both locals and tourists?
4. If foreigners could visit South Korea for New Year’s, which tradition or event would you most like to recommend, and why?
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