Differences in weather patterns have also created some regional differences.
Some original structures dating back hundreds of years still stand in some areas.
Calligraphy and Painting As in China and Japan, brush painting with ink remains one of the most respected art forms. Once reserved as a hobby of the nobility, Koreans of all walks of life today practice calligraphy. Music and Dance Much of Korea's culture and heritage is expressed in its varied music and dance. Performances can be viewed at fold villages, festivals, and various performing art centers in Seoul. Traditional music can be classified as either court or folk music.