Changing times: A time-honoured tradition in South Korea has children give carnations to their parents to express gratitude for their love and care. However, some Koreans have recently shown a shift in preferences for Parents’ Day, as they search for gifts that are more meaningful and worthwhile. — AFP
May is known as “Family Month” in South Korea, as it has several days to celebrate and show love for those held closest to people’s hearts.
One such commemorative day is Parents’ Day on May 8. A time- honoured tradition in South Korea has children giving carnations to their parents to express gratitude for their love and care.
