National Treasure
People believed this national treasure helped people predict the weather in the old days. What is it?
It is Cheomseogdae
What is the tradition people used to have on Hansik?
People used to eat cold food on Hansik.
When is Dano?
How was Cheomseongdae used?
Some people believe it was used to study the stars.
This national treasure was destroyed by a fire in 2008. It is an old gate. What is it?
It is Sungnyemun/ Namdaemmun
What is the tradition women used to have on Dano?
People eat turkey as the main food for this holiday. What holiday is it?
It is Thanksgiving Day.
What is Sungnyemun made of?
It is made of wood and stone.
This national treasure is located in Gyeongbokgung Palace. It is a hall and there is a pond in front of it. What is it?
It is Gyeonghoeru.
What is the tradition men used to have on Dano?
Men used to compete in Korean wrestling, ssireum
Chinese people eat mooncakes on this holiday. What holiday is it?
It is the Mid-Autumn Festival
Do you think it is okay to draw pictures on our national treasures? Why or why not?
We shouldn’t draw pictures on national treasures because national treasures are important to a nation.
This national treasure is located in Bulguksa Temple. It is a tower and made of stone. It has many details in the design. What is it?
It is Dabotap
Why do people eat red bean porridge on Dongji?
Korean people believed that food with red beans can scare away evil spirits.
When is American Independence Day?
It is on July 4th
What did men do on Dano in the old days?
Men competed in ssireum.
This national treasure is located in Bulguksa Temple. It is a tower and made of stone. Its design is very simple. What is it?
It is Seokgatap.
Why do people change the location of their ancestors' graves on Hansik?
People believe bad ghosts or evil spirits are not active on Hansik
What is Dongji?
It is the time of year when the night is the longest.
Why do Korean people eat red bean porridge on Dongiji?
Korean people believe that food with red beans can scare away evil spirits.