Korea–Nepal Mask Art Exhibition opens at Patan Museum

The Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Nepal participated as guest of honor at a Mask Art Exhibition at Patan Museum on Friday, showcasing 100 masks-60 from Nepal and 40 from South Korea.

The exhibition was organized by the Federation of Handicraft Associations of Nepal in collaboration with Lalitpur Metropolitan City, with support from the International Mask Arts & Culture Organization (IMACO) of South Korea.

IMACO Secretary General Woo Hyuk Cho said the event aimed to introduce Korean mask traditions and promote cultural tourism.

Korean Ambassador Park Taeyoung highlighted the shared mask heritage between Nepal and Korea, noting that both traditions are rooted in spirituality, transformation and social symbolism. He also emphasized Buddhism as an important cultural link between the two countries.

Officials from Lalitpur Metropolitan City, the Federation of Handicraft Associations of Nepal, Korean representatives, IMACO delegates and a large number of visitors attended the opening.

The exhibition concludes on December 7.