Korean Cultural Centre launches 2026 Korea Culture Caravan in Luxor

Reham El-Adawi , Thursday 12 Feb 2026

The Korean Cultural Centre (KCC) in Egypt launched the 2026 Korea Culture Caravan at Misr Public Library in Luxor, marking the start of a nationwide initiative aimed at strengthening cultural exchange and people-to-people ties between Egypt and South Korea.

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Egyptian youth in Luxor enjoyed the Korean language sessions.

 

The travelling programme, designed as a platform for cultural outreach beyond Cairo, offered visitors a day of interactive activities blending Korean tradition with modern innovation.

Organizers said the caravan seeks to make Korean culture accessible to wider audiences across Egypt while promoting mutual understanding through education, arts, and shared heritage experiences.


Korea Culture Caravan in Luxor included Korean language sessions.

The Luxor event featured lantern-making and bracelet workshops, Korean language sessions, an exhibition of traditional musical instruments, a photo gallery, and an immersive virtual reality experience. The programme also included a screening of the Korean film Exit.

Visitors participated in traditional Korean games and had the opportunity to wear the Hanbok, Korea’s national dress, allowing direct engagement with elements of Korean heritage.


Korea Culture Caravan in Luxor included Korean language sessions.

The launch coincided with preparations for Seollal, the Korean Lunar New Year, on 17 February, a holiday associated with family gatherings, renewal, and hope.

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The Korea Culture Caravan is set to travel to other cities across Egypt throughout the year 2026 as part of broader efforts to reinforce cultural dialogue and deepen bilateral relations between Cairo and Seoul.

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