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An exhibition celebrating mythical creatures from Korean culture through traditional crafts is currently on display at the Korea Heritage Agency's education center in Seoul's Gangnam-gu District.

The exhibition brings together 39 master artisans and intangible heritage holders who have created 75 works inspired by dragons and other legendary creatures.

Based on the ancient legend of "Dragon's Nine Children," it showcases diverse dragon forms alongside other fantastical beings such as the phoenix, and 'girin', all brought to life through exquisite traditional craftsmanship.

The exhibition runs until October 17.

Korea's first public museum dedicated to photography, the Photography Seoul Museum of Art, opens its doors today.

Located near Chang-dong Station in Seoul's Dobong-gu District, the museum serves as a branch of the Seoul Museum of Art.

Spanning over 7,000 square meters, the museum features four exhibition halls, a darkroom, archival storage, and educational facilities.

Its inaugural exhibition, "The Radiance: Beginnings of Korean Art Photography," explores the early roots and hidden narratives of Korean photography.

It showcases the museum's core collection of over 20,000 works and archival items from the 1920s to the 1990s, representing the legacies of 26 key photographers.

Taean County in Chungcheongnam-do Province is set to host the 2025 Korea Dune Festival on June 7 at the Sinduri Coastal Sand Dune, a designated Korean Natural Monument.

Celebrating one of Korea's rare natural dune ecosystems, the festival features a range of cultural and ecological programs, including a 2-kilometer guided walk along an ecological trail, live performances, circus acts, and interactive experiences for visitors of all ages.

The highlight of the event, the ecological trail walk, invites participants to explore the area's unique sand dunes and native vegetation while enjoying a moment of relaxation in nature.

That's all from me. Stay tuned to the Kulture Wave.