Should You Watch Alchemy of Souls?
Alchemy of Souls is all K-drama fans are talking about these days. Is it worth it? Should you start watching this latest historical drama? Introduction to Alchemy of Souls Alchemy…
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Gongju National Museum: Peer Inside Ancient Tombs
The Gongju National Museum is one of the museums that I enjoyed the most in Korea so far. It displays many stories and artifacts of the area that I live…
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Traditional Korean Funeral Practices: Burial Mounds Pt 2
Traditional Korean funeral practice has its own unique features and history. In part 1, we discussed the theory, religion, and philosophy of Korean peninsula. However, today I want to tell…
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Hanoks: Variations and Restorations
As an architecture student here in South Korea, I have had the unique opportunity to get the inside scoop on how Hanoks are made and restored. Here are a few…
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Tomb of King Muryeong
The tomb of King Muryeong (무령왕릉) for a long time was a mystery that thrilled many historians. Found officially in the city of Gongju, the tomb of King Muryeong explains…
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The Deranged Prince and Wailing at Changdeokgung
Korean Royal Palaces are symbols of this country’s monarchical past and now stand proudly as its most notable landmarks. Nevertheless, these palaces, despite countless renovations, have stood for hundreds of…
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Haunted Palaces: Queen Min and Gyeongbokgung
Korean Royal Palaces are the symbol of this country’s past monarchies. Now, they stand proudly as its most notable landmarks. Nevertheless, these palaces, have stood for hundreds of years and…
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The Cruelest King of Joseon Dynasty: Yeonsangun
There are some rulers who enter the history books for their cruelty. Among them, Ivan the Terrible (the Russian tsar in the 16th century), Caligula (Roman Emperor from A.D. 37…
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5 Free Things to Do in Gwangju
Korea is a small country, and it has a lot of advantages; one of them is that domestic travel can be done so easily and fast even within just one…
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A Weekend in Mokpo: Stunning Korean Port City
Last weekend, I had the opportunity to visit Mokpo, a small town in Jeollanamdo Province. It is located at the southwestern tip of the Korean Peninsula. Mokpo is famous for…
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The Oldest Cafes in Seoul
Seoul, as a contemporary city with history around every corner, is full of unexpected delights. It goes without saying that coffee shops are no exception. In this article, I will…
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Gongju Gongsanseong Fortress
Gongju Gongsanseong Fortress is one of the main attractions in this ancient city which was once the capital of the Kingdom of Baekje. This UNESCO World Heritage site has been…
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Seoul 6,000 Years Ago: Amsa-dong Prehistoric Museum Site
When you think of historic sites in Korea, the first thing that probably comes to mind are places like Gyeongbokgung Palace or Bukchon Hanok Village. However, you can go back…
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Natural Wonders: Daedunsan Provincial Park
If you are a Daejeon resident and haven’t been to Daedunsan, you are missing out! Let’s get one thing straight – I am not a fan of hiking. However, Daedunsan…
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Korea’s Cafe History
Seoul’s cafe scene evolved year after year by combining western culture and elements of modernity. Now, Seoul has more cafes than any other city in the world. In today’s article,…
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