Gems such as ivory, crystal, amber were imported from Arabia. Finally, the name Korea originated from Goryeo during this period. The Goryeo dynasty gave birth to splendid culture. Specifically, the ...

Following the last two weeks of historical deep dive into the beauty trends of the Silla and Goryeo dynasties, Asia Society Korea presents to you The History of Korean Beauty: Joseon Dynasty as a part ...

The new capital, located in the center of the Korean Peninsula, was easily accessible via the Hangang River, which flowed directly through its heart. King Taejong, the third king and son of the ...

Today, Asia Society Korea will examine the shift in aesthetics and the social status of women during the Goryeo Dynasty (918 - 1392) as a part of the Leo Gala Series to promote Korean culture and ...

One such world-acclaimed creator is Kim Sy Young, a master of black ceramics—an ancient Korean art form originating in the Goryeo Dynasty (918–1392). Known as an “alchemist of flame,” Sy ...