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Exploring Korean history through world heritage / [edited by the Center for International Affairs].

Contributor(s): Material type: TextPublication details: Geonggi-do Seongnam-si : Academy of Korean Studies Press, 2010.Description: 243 p. , ill. ; 25 cmISBN:
  • 9788971057797
Subject(s): DDC classification:
  • 951.9
LOC classification:
  • 409 DS 904 E96 2010
Contents:
World heritage (world cultural and natural heritage) -- Intangible cultural heritage -- Memory of the world.
Summary: The aim of this book is to introduce the overall history and culture of Korea through 19 different pieces of culture that are currently on the Korean Peninsula and are registered with UNESCO. The 19 pieces of World Heritages, Memories of the World, and Intangible Heritages give a balanced view of the 5,000 year long Korean history from the prehistoric times to the modern times. Koreans might have created these heritages, but now they are outstanding pieces of property with universal values for all mankind. This book will provide experience in the long history, culture, and tradition of Korea and not just to expert researchers of Korean studies in the international society, but also to the students of Korean studies, as well as the general public.
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Libro Biblioteca Juan Bosch Biblioteca Juan Bosch Recursos Regionales Recursos Regionales (2do. Piso) 409 DS 904 E96 2010 (Browse shelf(Opens below)) 1 1 Available 00000112342

World heritage (world cultural and natural heritage) -- Intangible cultural heritage -- Memory of the world.

The aim of this book is to introduce the overall history and culture of Korea through 19 different pieces of culture that are currently on the Korean Peninsula and are registered with UNESCO. The 19 pieces of World Heritages, Memories of the World, and Intangible Heritages give a balanced view of the 5,000 year long Korean history from the prehistoric times to the modern times. Koreans might have created these heritages, but now they are outstanding pieces of property with universal values for all mankind. This book will provide experience in the long history, culture, and tradition of Korea and not just to expert researchers of Korean studies in the international society, but also to the students of Korean studies, as well as the general public.

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