Starting the Summit with a Cultural Journey
As part of the official agenda of Korea Youth Summit 2025, participants will take part in a curated city tour in Seoul. This experience, designed by Youth Break the Boundaries (YBB), is not just leisure—it is an immersive introduction to Korea’s cultural richness and historical depth.
Before presenting their projects and joining the symposium, delegates will explore the character, daily life, and heritage of Korean society through firsthand encounters.
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City Tour Itinerary: From Tradition to Modern Trends
1. Ginseng Shop
The tour begins at a ginseng shop, where participants will learn about Korea’s most iconic health product. From ginseng tea and tonics to capsules and skincare infused with ginseng extract, you will discover how this root plays a vital role in Korean traditional medicine and everyday wellness.
2. Cosmetic Shop
Next, participants will dive into Korea’s thriving beauty industry. The visit to a cosmetics store will showcase the latest trends in K-beauty—such as sheet masks, snail mucin serums, tinted lip balms, and sunblocks—introducing the values of natural, innovative skincare solutions.
3. Itaewon Mosque
A visit to Itaewon Mosque, the largest mosque in Seoul, highlights Korea’s religious diversity. As a space for interfaith engagement, the mosque reflects Korea’s evolving openness and commitment to coexistence in a multicultural society.
4. Donuimun Museum Village
Participants will walk through Donuimun Museum Village, a reconstructed neighborhood that illustrates Korea’s transformation over time. Blending interactive exhibits, preserved homes, and historical storytelling, this stop gives a visual narrative of Korea’s past and present.
5. Namsan Hanok Village
In this serene village, you’ll experience traditional hanok architecture, preserved in the middle of modern Seoul. Surrounded by Namsan Mountain, the village offers insights into Joseon-era lifestyle, with picturesque alleyways, tiled rooftops, and Korean gardens.
6. Myeongdong Street (Dinner & Shopping)
To conclude the day, delegates will enjoy dinner and free time in Myeongdong Street, one of Seoul’s most popular shopping areas. You’ll find a wide range of souvenirs and local favorites, such as:
- Korean keychains and cultural trinkets
- Hand fans and wallets with hanbok motifs
- Famous snacks like honey butter almonds and instant tteokbokki
- Authentic Korean skincare and makeup
- K-pop themed stationery and merchandise
Myeongdong is not only a shopping haven but also a cultural hotspot that reflects the pulse of modern Korean youth.
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More Than Tourism: Cultural Immersion as Learning
This city tour is more than just sightseeing. By visiting meaningful locations and interacting with Korean culture directly, participants will gain context that deepens their engagement during the summit.
Understanding a host country through its daily life, history, and traditions allows delegates to approach global conversations with empathy, appreciation, and a wider lens.
Next Step: International Stage Awaits
After the city tour, delegates will move on to the core agenda of Korea Youth Summit 2025—including youth project presentations, international symposiums, and panel discussions with global leaders and experts.
The city tour will serve as a cultural foundation for participants to confidently exchange ideas, embrace diverse perspectives, and collaborate across borders.
