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Korea's major palaces and tombs will offer free admission during the upcoming Lunar New Year holiday.

From January 25 to 30, visitors can enjoy free access to the four major palaces—Gyeongbokgung, Changdeokgung, Deoksugung, and Changgyeonggung—as well as Jongmyo Shrine and the royal tombs of the Joseon Dynasty.

Visitors to Gyeongbokgung Palace between next Tuesday and Thursday will receive a special gift: a traditional 'Sehwa' painting that symbolizes good fortune for the year ahead.

The National Museum of Korea has unveiled its key initiatives for 2025.

Marking the 80th anniversary of Korea's liberation, the museum will hold exhibitions dedicated to Admiral Yi Sun-sin known for his historic victories against the Japanese navy, and Sohn Kee-chung, Korea's Olympic hero who won a gold medal under Japanese colonial rule.

To promote Korea's artistic heritage, the museum also plans to showcase the high-value art collection donated by the late Samsung Chairman Lee Kun-hee to audiences in the United States.

Cruise tourism at Busan Port is expected to fully recover this year, surpassing pre-pandemic levels.

The Busan Port Authority estimates around 200,000 cruise passengers will visit the southern city with over 170 ships arriving.

That reflects a 48% increase in ship operations and a 31% rise in passenger numbers compared to last year.

Port authorities plan on various initiatives to position Busan Port as a global maritime tourism hub.

That's all for now. Stay tuned for more cultural updates and insightful discussions ahead!