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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International Horticulture Goyang

  [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…
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Incheon International Airport “Culture Port”

  [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…
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Dosan Park

  [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…
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SEOUL OUTDOORS

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…
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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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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…