• Period: 57 BCE to 668

    Ancient Times

    Origins traced to the Silla Kingdom's Gabae festival during the Three Kingdoms Period.
  • Period: 1312 to

    Joseon Dynasty

    Formalization of Charye (ancestral memorial rites) and festive activities like ssireum and ganggangsullae during this era.
  • Period: to

    Urban centers

    Chuseok traditions spread to urban centers like Seoul due to post-war urbanization.
  • Public holiday

    Chuseok is officially recognized as a public holiday in South Korea, fostering family reunions and cultural celebrations.
  • Period: to

    Pandemic

    The COVID-19 pandemic leads to smaller gatherings, virtual ancestor rites, and online gifting.
  • Present Day

    Celebrated as a blend of tradition and modernity in Seoul, featuring public events, cultural activities, and family reunions.

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