Korean embassy in Iran bridges cultures through Korea–Iran art exhibition during Korea Week 2026

Tehran Times · 2026-11-05 23:46 UTC

TEHRAN- In a vivid celebration of cultural diplomacy, the Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Iran, led by Ambassador Kim Junpyo, hosted the VIP opening ceremony of the Korea–Iran Art Exhibition at the Ambassador’s Residence on November 5 as part of Korea Week 2026.

Held under the theme “Life, Love, and Culture”, the exhibition was organized with the participation of the Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Iran, Tehran Visual Arts Association, the Tandis Cultural and Art Foundation, and L’Art International Institute, and with the cooperation of the Yazd Provincial Government and the National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art of Korea.

The Cultural Section of the Embassy, led by Dr. Ohk Nara, worked tirelessly behind the scenes, and their dedicated effort and teamwork were instrumental in making this exhibition a success. It presents approximately 80 works by Iranian and Korean artists. More than 200 guests attended the VIP opening at the Ambassador’s Residence on November 5, including members of the diplomatic corps from over 20 countries, prominent figures from the cultural and artistic communities, participating artists, and influencers.

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