Asia's Ancient CivilisationsSeason 2, Episode 2 - South Korea's Longest Reigning Joseon Dynasty

The Joseon Dynasty was the Korean Peninsula's longest reigning dynasty, and perhaps its most influential. Peter Lee embarks on an adventure across South Korea to learn how this modern nation was shaped by Joseon-era traditions and milestones. Along the way, he meets a fashion designer reviving traditional costumes for the social media generation, tests his Korean language skills in a classroom, and joins in on a pop band's rehearsal that takes inspiration from Pansori, traditional musical storytelling.

Asia's Ancient Civilisations was broadcast on SBS ONE at Sunday 5 January 2025, 11:15. This episode was initially placed on Sunday 7 January 2024.