and provincial levels. After Japanese colonization, the drastic decline and extinction of traditional Korean alcoholic beverages called for a strong measure to preserve the culture, skills and alcohols. One of the major steps taken was to declare sul to be an intangible cultural heritage, establishment of museums, organizing themed tour. See also Drinking culture of Korea List of rice drinks References External links Drinks of the Ancients Korean Alcoholic Beverages of the World Shrine to Spirits: Chiew and soju Traditional Korean alcohol Traditional Korean Liquors Alcohol in Korea Important Intangible Cultural Properties of South Korea Korean distilled drinks