Requirements are lower for foreigners here. They should follow the local laws and respect the customs of the citizens. Everything will be fine in this case. However, do not be surprised if the locals will try to find out your age and marital status when communicating. This is how the interlocutor determines your social status. An unmarried guy will not be considered a full adult in Seoul. It is also worth considering that local residents add one more year to their real age. This is because the time spent in the mother's womb is also included in the overall age.
New Year is celebrated twice here. The first time residents celebrate the European New Year. They celebrate it quietly, modestly, and together with family members. The second time Seoul residents celebrate the New Year according to the lunar calendar. These are two weeks of festivities, carnival processions, and theatrical performances that penetrate all corners of Seoul. It is considered that both living and dead relatives gather at the table. Families exchange gifts. Younger members of the family congratulate their elders in the traditional manner. You can also get acquainted with the local culture during the Hanseong Baekje Cultural Festival. The Hi Seoul Festival is also interesting. It takes place throughout the city, introducing guests to the traditions and customs of Koreans. The Seoul Motor Show takes place in July. You can see and hear the Seoul International Fireworks Festival in the city in October.
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