Traveling Korea in Summer? Don’t Miss the Unique Boknal Experience!
Traveling Korea in Summer? Don’t Miss the Unique Boknal Experience! If you’re visiting Korea during the summer, you’re in for a truly unique cultural experience — Boknal (복날) . These are Korea’s three hottest days of the year, and they come with special traditions, especially when it comes to food. Let’s explore what Boknal is and the delicious ways locals cope with the summer heat! 1. What is Boknal? Korea’s Hottest Days of Summer Boknal refers to three specific days in the Korean lunar calendar that mark the peak of summer heat. These days are known as Chobok (Beginning), Jungbok (Middle), and Malbok (End) , and they usually fall between mid-July and mid-August. Together, they are referred to as Sambok , or the “Three Bok Days.” 📅 In 2025, the dates are: - Chobok (초복) – July 20 - Jungbok (중복) – July 30 - Malbok (말복) – August 9 Traditionally, these days are considered the most exhausting time of year, when people are vulnerable to heat fatigue and...