Experiencing Hanbok, traditional tea Philippine women in both Hanbok and traditional Philippine attire pose for a photo at the Korean Food Temple in Jongno. (Athena Ong) By Korea.net Honorary Reporter Wendy Palomo from the Philippines Seoul l April 28, 2018 The Philippine Women’s Club (PWC), a registered non-profit organization here in Korea, is a Seoul-based women’s organization…
Olympic tourists, athletes forge unforgettable memories with Korea German athletes have fun taking photos with the Olympic rings at an outdoor square in front of Gyeongpo Beach in Gangwon-do Province on Feb. 22. By Jeon Han and Yoon Sojung Photos = Jeon Han Gyeongpo Beach has become a popular photo spot among social media…
Travelling Korea in a hijab Honorary Reporters Salwa Elzeny (left) and Esraa Elzeny travel across Korea wearing their hijab. (Korea.net DB) By Korea.net Honorary Reporter Esraa Elzeny and Salwa Elzeny “My hijab is not only my religious identity. It’s part of my existence, my life.” — from the movie “My Name Is Khan” (2010) The veil or…
K-pop star brings Baekje to the world The Gongsanseong Fortress is a historic site in Gongju, Chungcheongnam-do Province, that was added to the UNESCO World Heritage list in July 2015. By Kim Eun-young and Kim Young Shin Photos = Gongju-si City Government The Gongsanseong Fortress (공산성, 公山城) and the royal tombs in…
Spanish artist personalizes Jeju haenyeo divers Spanish artist Eva Armisen poses in her atelier in Spain in May 2017. By Kim Ji Hoe and Kim Young Shin Photos = Lotte Gallery An exhibition by Spanish artist Eva Armisen opened in Seoul on June 2. Armisen is known for her amiable and adorable style.…
‘Welcome to Joseon’ As part of the ‘Welcome to Joseon’ festival at the Korean Folk Village in Yongin-si, Gyeonggi-do Province, the ‘Birthday Party for the Village Governor’ show amuses visitors on May 1. By Kim Young-ah and Sohn JiAe Photos= Kim Young-ah May 1, 2017 | Yongin “A time capsule.” This is…
National parks offer fresh spring break Odaesan National Park in Gangwon-do Province, which will host the PyeongChang 2018 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games next year, gives park-goers a chance to stroll down trails lined with thick fir trees and to enjoy a breath of fresh air, on May 5. (Odaesan National Park) By…
Spring fragrances fill Jeju fields Thousands of yellow canola blossoms carpet the foothills of Jeju’s Sanbangsan Mountain every spring. The Jeju Tourism Organization has designated this area and the neighboring Yongmeori Beach as one of island’s must-see sites during the month of April. By Kim Young-ah and Lee Hana Photos = Jeju Tourism…
Korea’s ancient Daegaya capital Korea used to be divided into different countries, each ruled by a king. At some point in Korean history, a kingdom called Daegaya existed, along with Baekje, Silla and Goguryeo. It was founded by Noeijiljuil, later known as King Ijinasi. Daegaya is believed to have existed for about 520…
Korea’s biggest cherry blossom festival A famous writer once said, “I dream of standing under trees while cherry blossom petals fall all around me.” Well, it’s that time of the year when cherry blossom trees are about to bloom. Yes, spring is coming. Seeing cherry blossom festivals is a big dream of many…
