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,…

October HOT SPOTS

October HOT SPOTS SEOUL’S PICK OF PLACES AROUND TOWN [box_info]SERVICES[/box_info] INT'L COUNSELING & COACHING SERVICES Yonsei University Center for Counseling & Coaching Services trains specialists in various fields of…

KIAF/13: The 12th Korea International Art Fair

The 12th Korea International Art Fair, KIAF/13, is an international art fair featuring the zenith of contemporary art from all over the world. As the largest and most popular art market in Asia, KIAF is committed to satisfying both artists…
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Four Season Water Park

[box_dark]Four Season Water Park | 포시즌 워터파크[/box_dark] In a sense, Four Season Water Park can make a perfect getaway destination for holidaymakers who shun traveling a great distance. Directly connected to Wangsimni Station,…
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Yangjae Flower Markets

[box_dark]Yangjae Flower Markets |양재 꽃시장[/box_dark] If you want to buy your girlfriend some flowers, just go a few extra subway stops from the city center to the Yangjae Flower Market. All sorts of flowers can be found here, including…
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IFC Mall

  [box_dark]IFC MALL[/box_dark] The IFC Mall is a new mega shopping center located in the space underneath the International Financial Center in Yeouido. The mall features 100 stores and restaurants, including a major bookstore, two-floor…
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Hanok, Photography, and Tea

[box_dark] Hanok, Photography, and Tea Enjoying the old and new in Chungmuro | 충무로 Written by Robert J. Fouser [/box_dark]     A visit to a famous place in Seoul often turns up surprises in the streets…
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Rooftop Pool at the Hamilton Hotel

  [box_dark]Rooftop Pool at the Hamilton Hotel | 해밀턴 호텔[/box_dark] The Hamilton's rooftop swimming pool is particularly popular on weekends during the summer. Arrive early, as it gets really crowded on weekends, especially…
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Sutome Guesthouse

  [box_dark]Sutome Guesthouse | 수토메 게스트하우스[/box_dark] Originally built as a private residence, Sutome now welcomes travelers as a refined guesthouse after recent renovation work. The three-story house is…
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The Lull of a More Languid Land

[box_dark] The lull of a more languid land You don’t need to head to the Caribbean to find charming tropical watering holes The summer season is upon us with a vengeance. If you can’t manage plans to escape the confines of our…