South Korea
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Jeolla day trip: 4 things to do in Yeosu
When nature is your comforting escape, do you go to the mountains or the sea? Yeosu is a port city with coastal views, that many in the southern region often escape to. I’ve been able to visit the area a couple of times, as the city is tucked along the southern coast and surrounded by many small and larger islands. 1. Cable Car Having taken the cable car in Mokpo once before, I think Yeosu was a much more pleasant trip and budget-friendly experience (can’t give up the chance for cheaper tickets!). You get the perfect view from above to look over the port, mountains, and shimmering waters. The ride…
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Rainy Day Adventures: Suwon Hwaseong Fortress
rainy day in Suwon; hwaseong fortress history and views
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Bringing History to Life: Suncheon Open Film Set
experiencing real life Kdrama set, being transported back in time, witnessing 1960s Korea, a film set with both nostalgia and wonder.
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Enchanting Haman Nakwha Nori Festival
experiencing South Korea's magical festival: falling fire in Gyyeongsangnam-do
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Oryukdo: Korea’s Beautiful Islands
The 5 to 6 islets off the coast of Busan are collectively known as Oryukdo (오룍도 literally meaning 5-6 islands in Korean). The name of these islands stems from the fact that you can see the 6th island depending on the tides.These well-known islands were formed by volcanic rock along the coast, and are about a 45 minute bus ride from Gwangalli Beach area. These beautiful islands are stunning, the tiny pieces of land standing proudly in the crystal blue water and have become home for both a marine sanctuary and geopark. When you visit you’ll most likely see local fishermen out on boats or along the rocky coast, and even…
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Checking off the Bucket List: Gamcheon Culture Village
Before I even came to Korea, Gamcheon Culture Village was on my list. Although my initial plans for a dream trip with friends fell through due to Covid, I finally got to check it off my list after moving to Korea during a solo trip. I was particularly excited to see the book stairs and try the rose gelato, I used There She Goes Again handy dandy map because I almost walked by both locations since everything was so tucked away. The village was formed in the 1920s when refugees from the Korean War relocated to the mountain village where houses are stacked beside each other tightly. By the mid…
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Busan Book Street: Bosu-dong
After Korea’s independence, the effects of both World War II, and the Korean War brought an influx of refugees searching for ways to make an income. For Busan, people began selling their used books in the alleyway and before long the whole street was teeming with bookstores. The alley of book venders drew the attention of anyone looking to purchase copies of books or immerse themselves in rooms packed to the brim with a multitude of manuscripts. Even today the narrow alley remains jam-packed with thousands of books in each of the stalls. The booksellers often sit outside their shops, chatting with one another until passersby stop in to peruse…
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Top 4 Things to do in Sokcho
Tucked away in the northern part of the country lies Sokcho—a city with both mountains and beautiful ocean views (more than just the flat sea you can find in other parts of the country). Located in the Gangwan-do province, Sokcho is a destination for many from Seoul and other nearby regions when trying to escape the business of life and wanting peaceful ocean views to recharge, which is one reason why I was so excited to visit. I had been finishing a busy couple of months and was stressed and overwhelmed, and planning the trip also had its difficulties. Yet as soon as I reached the shores I felt like…
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Where to Go Hiking in Korea: Seoraksan National Park
Seoraksan National Park is one of the highlights in Sokcho, and is listed on UNESCO’s world heritage sites. It’s 30 peaks, some of which are the largest in the country with the tallest being 1,708m (5,604ft) are spread across the 60 miles with views any mountain lover would enjoy. My friends and I ended up splitting a taxi to the entrance since we didn’t have a car yet and we’d missed the bus. Thanks to Kakao Taxi, we were able to easily get one back into town after it got dark since the bus didn’t come frequently at the time. We were leaving just after sunset and when we called…
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Hobbit Village Cafe
korean cafe for lovers of Tolkien's hobbits
