Safety information app comes in 4 languages Non-Koreans who are accustomed to living in Korea can still experience difficulties when they face natural disasters, such as typhoons or heavy snow, or suffer unexpected mishaps, like fires or car crashes. As the number of non-Korean residents grows due to both international marriage and the…
DetailsLong time friend, banana milk fills your heart There is a brand of yellow milk contained in a jar-shaped plastic bottle. It is Binggrae’s Banana Flavored Milk, a beverage that has been proving nutrients and filling people’s hearts for many years. The brand of milk has just turned 40, and the nostalgic product…
DetailsLondon Korean Film Festival to showcase 55 films The world of Korean cinema is now unfolding in London, U.K. The ninth London Korean Film Festival will take place at Leicester Square and other venues across the British capital between November 6 and 21, and a total of 55 films will be screened. The…
DetailsKorea via stamps: ‘Arirang,’ the first movie ‘Arirang’ (1926) is directed by Na Un-gyu and funded by Choson Cinema Productions Modern visual records, like photographs and motion pictures, were first introduced to Korea during late Joseon times. Even the reigning King Gojong (r. 1863-1907) took frequent photographs. Many portraits of the king and…
DetailsThe King Has Donkey Ears!: Even bamboo trees can’t keep secrets Once upon a time in ancient Silla, there lived King Gyeongmun (r. 861—875), the kingdom’s 48th king. On top of living in tumultuous times, full of turmoil and rebellion, King Gyeongmun had another vexing problem. According to legend, he had hideously large…
DetailsThe world of robots showcased at 2014 Robot World The 2014 Robot World convention has shown off the present and future of the robotic industries, ranging from industrial robots to household machines. A wide variety of robots were on exhibit at the automaton show, held at the KINTEX convention center in Ilsan, Gyeonggi-do…
DetailsMt. Namsan is a symbol of Seoul itself Few major cities can match Seoul in the number of mountains located within their limits. As Korean architect once said, “Seoul doesn’t need architectural landmarks because its mountains serve as its landmarks.” N Seoul Tower towering over Palgakjeong Pavilion on Mt. Namsan Of these natural…
DetailsGoogle Street View comes to Jeju parks With a mouse click, the beautiful scenery of Jeju Island can now unfold in front of you on your computer screen. It is like personally walking up to the Seongsan Sunrise Peak, from which people can see the oceans and the offshore island of Udo Island,…
DetailsAutumn opens door to winter Goesanho Lake in Goesan County, Chungcheongbuk-do (North Chungcheong Province), is surrounded by a forest that has turned to yellow and red with autumnal foliage on October 30. The hiking trails of mountains and valleys and even urban center streets are now covered with yellow and red fallen leaves…
DetailsHere comes the sun With 2011 now more than a month old, it’s time to ring in the New Year — the Lunar New Year, that is. From February 3, Koreans will be celebrating what they call “seollal” with three days of rest, family reunions and a celebration of Korea’s wonderful traditions. And…
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