K-Culture Digital Gallery Exhibition kicks off in Kathmandu

KATHMANDU, Sept 29: K-Culture Digital Art Exhibition kicked off on the 3rd Floor of Nepal Art Council, Babar Mahal, Kathmandu on September 27 and will run till 1st October 2024. The Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Nepal organized an extraordinary digital art exhibition featuring traditional arts from Korea in celebration of the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the Republic of Korea and Nepal.

According to a press statement issued by the Korean embassy, the program was inaugurated by Culture, Tourism and Civil Aviation Minister Badri Prasad Pandey, in the presence of South Korean Ambassador to Nepal and representatives from various embassies, high-level government officials, senior officials from diplomatic missions, and dignitaries from media among others.

“Minister Pandey noted that the Korea-Nepal’s diplomatic ties in 1974 took courage and vision with Nepal remaining committed to a stable and constructive relationship with the Republic of Korea, guided by mutual respect and mutual benefit, and in keeping with the two countries’ Comprehensive Strategic Partnership,” the statement reads.

Ambassador Park Taeyoung mentioned that he expects Korea to continue to cooperate for the development of the several sectors in Nepal and Korea would continue the previous development partnership programs. He also added that South Korea is interested in further investment in Nepal on the occasion of the 50th anniversary of the establishment of Nepal-Korea diplomatic relations, as mentioned in the statement.

The statement further reads, “This exhibition highlights ‘Endless Mountains and Rivers: A Prosperous World Unfolds in Nature, Royal Procession with the People and Journey of the Soul: Walking through the Eternal Cycle of Birth, Death and Rebirth. The vibrant video clips projected onto the massive panoramic screen showcase the beauty and cultural richness of South Korean heritage.”

The embassy further added, “Celebrating Friendship is another program as part of the event commemorating 50 years of friendship and cooperation between our two nations, as we look ahead to a future filled with mutual respect, understanding, and goodwill in the powerful cultural experiences.”