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Best Fish Markets in Korea
Going to fish markets may not be the first thing on your mind when you plan your itinerary for visiting Korea. However, if you are from a country outside of Asia, you will find it to be an…
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Cliffside Temple in Busan: Haedong Yonggungsa
If there is one temple to visit in Busan, it is without a doubt Haedong Yonggungsa (해동용궁사). Its location is right by the sea, along a cliffside which makes it one of the most unique and…
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Haedong Yonggungsa Temple: The Most Beautiful Temple in Korea
Thanks to one of my university’s trips for foreign students, I discovered the most beautiful temple in Korea. Haedong Yonggungsa Temple, located in Busan, lives up to the hype. Sitting along…
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Film Festivals in Korea
Following international hits like Train to Busan and Squid Game the Korean film industry is gaining more and more recognition. And, with that Korean film festivals are also getting bigger and…
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K-Pop History: The Birth of K-Pop
You probably know the boy group BTS or the girls from Black Pink, right? Maybe you also know previous K-Pop generations such as Girls Generation, or Super Junior. But do you know K-Pop…
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2 Spring Exhibitions in Busan
Now that spring has arrived, it’s time to embark on exciting travels across the country. There are numerous things you can do visit amusement parks, go to the beach, and smell some fresh…
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The Eternal Wonders of Ahopsan Forest
If you are a K Drama lover, you might remember the time travel portal in The King: Eternal Monarch. Well, that mystic gateway to another dimension actually exists! And, I decided to visit the…
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IU to Korean Odyssey: Japanese Colonial Jeongnangak
The Sujeong Cultural Empathy Center also known as Joengnangak is one of Korea’s last remaining buildings from its Japanese colonial period. The building features Japanese traditional…
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Korean Webtoons: What, How, & Why
Today I will introduce you to the world of Korean Webtoons. It is a Korean cultural phenomena that has long been popular domestically, but is only beginning to gain popularity abroad. Many of…
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Beomeosa Temple Stay, Busan
Busan never fails to surprise me with its hidden gems and warm, familiar feeling. It feels like home, perhaps I lived here in a past life? Anything is possible. Recently, I visited a place of…
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Busan’s Hidden Treasure: Huinnyeoul Culture Village
The epitome of a hidden gem, discover Huinnyeoul Culture Village in Busan. Expect pastel colour walls, artistic expression and a gentle sea breeze. While tourists flock to Gamcheon culture…
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Places to Visit in South Korea to Remember the Korean War
The Korean War had costed millions of civilian casualties and material losses, which also has left deep trauma among Korean citizens. In order to keep the memories of the Koreans’…
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The Historic 40-step Stairway in Busan
Along the 40- step Culture & Tourism Theme Street in Busan lies the 40-step stairway. It was a center of transportation and administration during the Korean War. It is a symbol of the life…
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Beomeosa – The temple with a heavenly fish
As Korea gears to celebrate Buddha’s 2565th birthday, let us visit one of the historical temples in the southern part of Korea, Beomeosa. Beomeosa is on the slopes of Geumjeongsan mountain of…
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Dongnaeupsong Fortress Site
Dongnaeupseong Fortress Site is a representative fortress in Korea's History. Not known by many tourists, it is the perfect attraction to enjoy nature and history.
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Korean Traditional Shoe Making Experience in Busan
Are you interested in Korean culture particularly in their fashion style? One of the unique cultural experiences that you can have in Busan is knowing how to make the Korean traditional shoes.
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Busan Cultural Itinerary: Best Places To Go
Do you want to know about the culture and history of Busan? As Korea’s largest port city and second largest city second to Seoul, Busan has a rich culture that will definitely mesmerized…
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Haedong Yonggungsa Temple – A Beautiful Buddhist Temple in Korea
One of the major religions in Korea is Buddhism and it is evident in the many Buddhist temple that you can find in the country. Unlike most of them that are located in the mountains, there is…
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Busan Cooking Class – Learn How to Cook Authentic Busan Cuisine
As Korea’s biggest port city, Busan is definitely the country’s seafood capital. Hence, visiting Busan wouldn’t be complete without trying its unique local food. The city has a lot of good…
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Busan Modern History Museum – Learn Busan’s Modern History for FREE
Busan, Korea’s second largest city next Seoul, played an important role in the country’s struggle for independence. In the 19th century, many of its citizens including students, laborers and…
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A day in Busan
I had a chance to go on a 3-day trip with my Wowkorea family, and it consist of an itinerary of city hopping on the south region of Korea: Busan, Tongyeong, and Geojae, where we could enjoy…
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Busan – Places for the Best Sea View
Busan, is the second largest city in South Korea following Seoul. With the city’s special location in between East Sea and East China Sea, Busan has been an important sea port in Asia since…
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Beomeosa Templestay in Busan
If you are planning to visit Busan and are interested in a traditional Templestay experience, I encourage you to book a stay at Busan’s Beomeosa Temple. Located on the mountain slopes of…
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Beautiful ‘Gamcheon Culture Village’ of Busan
Busan Gamcheon Culture Village is famous for beautifully and colorfully painted houses, steep alleys surrounded by hills and ocean in the background. Because of its location on a steep…
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Gamcheon Culture Village In Busan
This Village is a must do if you are going to travel to Busan ! It’s one of the most beautiful disorder you can ever get the chance to see. Located in the middle of the mountains, this…
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What to Do and See in Busan
Busan is South Korea’s second-most populous city after Seoul. It’s called the summer capital of South Korea, because locals and tourists love city’s amazing beaches and go there on…
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Traditional and very colorful HAEDONG YONGGUNGSA TEMPLE
In this trip I visited the main attraction of Busan – Haedong Yonggung. This temple is named as the most beautiful temple in Korea. Because the temple is located on the beachside and it…
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