Lunar New Year in South Korea (2018)

**Lunar New Year in South Korea (2018) was celebrated on February 15, 2018, known locally as *Seollal*.** This nationwide holiday marks the traditional Korean New Year, aligning with the lunar calendar. Families gather for ancestral rites, share festive meals, and participate in cultural activities like *sebae* (bowing to elders). The date reflects South Korea’s adherence to lunar-solar calendars, differing from the Gregorian New Year.