SEOUL,KOREA:
the lantern
festival
Seoul is the site of one of the most amazing festival in the Korean calendar-the Lantern Festival. Look for it in April or May.Here are few of the fantastic sights you can see.
Woman were traditional Korean clothes in bright greens,pinks,peaches,and purples. Some of them carry fans with bright pink flowers on them. The fans can be longer than their arms! Other women carry lanterns of all shapes and sizes.
Regular visitors to the festival suggest going to the music and dance shows to see poongmulnori. Poongmulnori is a traditional Korean drum music.It mixes dancing,acting,and acrobatics all in one.In the past, people used the music to celebrate.They also used it to frighten away demons. The show starts with the sounds of instruments. At first,you may think the noise of metal hitting metal can't get louder-but it will! And the excitement grows as the music and dances continue.By the end of the show,it's hard not to join in!
During the festival,painting on wood is a popular activity. Try painting lotus flowers.They are both beautiful and the symbol of the festival.
The lantern festival really is a must-see for any tourist to Korea. You don't want to miss it!