[box_dark] JEON TAE-IL BRIDGE | 전태일다리(버들다리) Historic site pays tribute to young man who sacrificed himself for a better future Translated by David Carruth [/box_dark] Jeon Tae-il became a bridge that brings people together. His name is now being used as a second name for Beodeuldari Bridge on the Cheonggyecheon Stream. On Nov 1, 2012, Seoul Mayor Park Won-soon took […]
Should I go or should I stay? GO> The epidemic that afflicts so many whenever temperatures begin to rise—the unshakable compulsion to get out, go, do—has returned for its seasonal appearance. But do you scratch that itch out of town or right here in the city? For the indecisive and the procrastinating, you can postpone your decision until the last minute […]
[box_dark]Cosmetics & Beauty Expo, Osong Korea 2013 (May 3–26) | 오송화장품뷰티세계박람회[/box_dark] The Chungcheongbuk-do town of Osong hosts the Cosmetics & Beauty Expo, Osong Korea 2013. The expo seeks to create a converged and complex cultural and economic effect focused on the beauty industry, including cosmetics, through a comprehensive approach blending industry, culture, and environment. The expo will […]
[box_dark]International Horticulture Goyang | 고양국제꽃박람회[/box_dark] Since its first year in 1997, Korea’s leading flower exposition has drawn millions to lovely Ilsan Lake to take in the colors of spring. Come see flowers from all over the world—there will be 20 national pavilions set up with the participation of 120 companies from 30 nations as well as […]
[box_dark] Incheon International Airport “Culture Port” | 인천국제공항 문화예술공연[/box_dark] Korea’s primary port of entry, Incheon International Airport is unique among international airports for its dedication to culture. On the fourth floor of the passenger terminal you’ll find Korean Cultural Street, complete with examples of Korean traditional architecture, multimedia displays, a rice cake café, and regular cultural performances. On […]
[box_dark] Occidental Eats SEOUL food columnist Dan Gray introduces two great Western eateries near Itaewon Written and photographed by Daniel Gray [/box_dark] [box_light] Dominic | 도미닉 (Hannam-dong) [/box_light] Dominic in Hannam-dong is all about steak. You order a hunk of wet-marinated steak by weight and they grill it up and then serve it in a sizzling […]
[box_dark]Dosan Park | 도산공원[/box_dark] Dosan Park’s serenity stands in stark contrast with the noise of the shiny sports cars whizzing by and the busy luxury boutiques in the affluent Sinsa-dong area. A promenade through the excellent park reminds one of a Western garden. At the east end of the park stands a bronze statue […]
Namhansanseong Fortress [box_dark] SEOUL OUTDOORS IT’S TIME TO GET OUTSIDE AND DO SOMETHING [/box_dark] Spring truly begins in earnest, making it the perfect time to take advantage of Seoul’s countless opportunities for outdoor sports and leisure. Whether its bagging the rocky peaks surrounding the city, biking pleasant riversides, paragliding above the city, or simply strolling amidst historic alleyways, […]
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. Instead of used goods, you will find a variety of items handcrafted by college-age artists. […]