SeoulShare Culture Festival

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A Prince Who Chose a Different Path Have you ever wondered what happened to the prince who was supposed to become king, but never did? Join us for a special visit to Jideoksa Shrine, a historic place dedicated to Prince Yangnyeong, the eldest son of King Taejong and the elder brother of King Sejong, one of Korea's most celebrated kings. 👑 The Story Behind Jideoksa Prince Yangnyeong was the original Crown Prince of Joseon, but his younger brother eventually became King Sejong. His story is often remembered as one of stepping aside from the throne and taking a different path in life. There is another fascinating connection: the famous calligraphy on Sungnyemun Gate (Namdaemun) is traditionally attributed to Prince Yangnyeong. Even more interestingly, a rubbing of the Sungnyemun signboard preserved at Jideoksa played an important role in researching and restoring the original lettering after the 2008 fire. The name Jideok (至德) means Supreme Virtue or the Highest Virtue. It reflects an old Confucian ideal of virtue and the story of a prince who gave up his claim to the throne. Come and discover the history, stories, and cultural heritage hidden in this neighborhood of Seoul! 🎉 About the Festival The Sangdo Local Culture Festival brings together Korean traditional performances, cultural activities, and the local community. This is not just sightseeing. It's an opportunity to experience Korean culture and discover a historic neighborhood with new friends. 🎯 What You Can Experience 🏹 Traditional Archery Try your hand at traditional Korean archery! 👘 Traditional Costume Experience Enjoy a fun opportunity to experience traditional Korean-style costumes and take memorable photos. (Subject to on-site availability.) 🖌️ Korean Calligraphy Try writing your name or a special message in Korean. 📸 Photo Zone Capture fun moments and memories with your new friends. 🌿 Aromatherapy & Special Gifts 🎁 Enjoy aromatherapy experiences and try your luck at the Lucky Roulette for special gifts, including aroma gift sets and aromatherapy necklaces. 🥋 Traditional Korean Martial Arts & Performances Watch traditional martial arts and cultural performances inside Jideoksa. Please note that individual activities may be subject to on-site availability. 📅 Event Details Date: Sunday, November 15, 2026 Meeting Time: 12:40 at Sangdo Station at exit 2, the first 10 persons to arrive and meet the host will receive a special gift 🎁. Walk 15 minutes to venue: Jideoksa Shrine (Yangnyeongdaegun Historic Site) 174 Yangnyeong-ro, Dongjak-gu, Seoul 📍 NAVER MAP – Jideoksa https://m.place.naver.com/place/19024428/home 🎊 Festival Schedule \- 13:00 – Gilnori \(Traditional Korean Street Procession\) and street performances around the GO Mart area \- 13:25 – Arrival at Jideoksa and welcome \- 13:30–14:10 – Festival performances \- 14:10–14:40 – Traditional Korean martial arts and performances inside Jideoksa \- 14:40–16:00 – Hands\-on cultural experiences Festival booths and experience zones will operate from 12:30 to 16:30 PM. Please sign up only if you are sure you can attend. We would love to share this special local experience with you! ✅ Please join this chatroom for communication: SeoulShare Walk And Hike Chatroom (https://open.kakao.com/o/gWvivVBg) 👈🏼(link) Feel free to ask questions about the event or anything else! 📌 About This Event This event is independently organized and run by Hariyanto who is responsible for it. SeoulShare Community (SSC) is a social community that provides a space for hosts to organize their own events. For any questions about this event, please contact the host directly: Organizer/Host: Hariyanto Lim Email: [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected]) IG: hariyantoandfriends (https://www.instagram.com/hariyantoandfriends/) KakaoTalk: hlim76 📷Keen to experience the essence of SeoulShare events? Explore the vibrant happenings on our SeoulShare Instagram! @seoulshare79 (https://www.