Hadong and Gurye

  Countryside charms and nature's beauty await along the banks of the Seomjingang River   Gazing southeast, the sun rises slowly but surely over the horizon. The Seomjingang River’s pristine waters reflect the morning light…

Old Is New Again

Young entrepreneurs use old buildings to give Seoul new life   “Dull, inert cities, it is true, do contain the seeds of their own destruction and little else. But lively, diverse, intense cities contain the seeds of their own regeneration,…
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Flea Markets in Seoul

  Flea Markets in Seoul On weekends, several flea markets are open to the public in Seoul, where vendors display their used or handmade goods for sale. The Hongdae Free Market opens at 1pm every Saturday from March to November.…
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Hangang River Cruise

  [box_dark]Hangang River Cruise | 한강유람선[/box_dark] Taking a cruise is a great way to enjoy the fresh air and get away from it all. Enjoy spectacular nighttime views of the Hangang River on themed cruises with live magic…
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DAEGU

  [box_dark] DAEGU | 대구 Metropolis brings together history, culture and nature Written by Robert Koehler Photographed by Ryu Seunghoo [/box_dark]   Despite being Korea’s fourth largest city, Daegu gets something…
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SEOUL Weekly: Lotus Lantern Festival

  May 7, 2013 / Issue No. 579 Lotus Lantern Festival Popular Buddhist celebration not to be missed The Lotus Lantern Festival in Seoul is an…
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Jongmyo Daeje

Korean dancers at the Jongmyo Daeje. The memorial rite for the kings of the Joseon Dynasty, the Jongmyo Daeje is performed by the Jeonju Yi clan, Korea’s former royal family, on the first Saturday of May. Photo by Robert Koehler.
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Spring by the Hangang River

  [box_dark] Spring by the Hangang River | 한강 A day following the lazy river at the heart of a workaholic city Written by Ben Jackson Photographed by Ryu Seunghoo [/box_dark]   After spending its youth…
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Lotus Lantern Festival (May 10-12, 2013)

  [box_dark]Lotus Lantern Festival | 연등축제[/box_dark] The Lotus Lantern Festival in Seoul is an important Korean celebration held in the lead-up to Buddha’s birthday. This year it will be held the weekend of May 10–12…
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Children’s Grand Park

  [box_dark]Children’s Grand Park | 어린이대공원[/box_dark] If you want to keep your children busy in the family-oriented month of May without venturing out too far, Seoul Children’s Grand Park can be your answer.…
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Seongbuk-dong

  [box_dark]Seongbuk-dong | 성북동 [/box_dark] The Seongbuk-dong neighborhood has hidden treasures and cultural attractions. Gansong Art Museum is host to a splendid art collection. Commonly referred to as the nation’s treasure-house,…