One Asia Pass makes travel affordable Five Asian cities – Seoul, Tokyo, Jakarta, Delhi and Taipei – have formed a partnership in tourism, providing their people with easier and more economic travel options. One Asia Pass, the newly adopted travel system, is offering discounted services for more than 500 cultural and tourist facilities…
DetailsWorld mailbox tour via Facebook ‘Korea Clickers,’ the Facebook page run by Korea.net, was inspired by Korea Post’s recent Facebook photo of an extra large mailbox, into asking a question to its 130 thousand Korea fans on July 9. Korean mailbox posted on the Facebook of Korea Post (photo: Lee Jaeseok) We asked “How…
Details‘Go’ players from 54 countries compete with black, white stones Taiwan snatched victory at the 35th World Amateur Go Championship held in Gyeongju, Gyeongsangbuk-do (North Gyeongsang Province), on July 9. Seventh-dan amateur Yitien Chan took first place, defeating his Korean counterpart Wi Tae-woong by a single count-back point. Players’ ranks are indicated by dan (段)…
Details‘Yeowoorak’ festival blurs musical boundaries These days, “collaboration” efforts have become the key factors for success in every field, factors that lead to something “new” and something “novel.” Music is no exception. There are collaborative activities going on across many genres of music. One good example is the ongoing musical festival, “Yeowoorak,” which…
DetailsFrom Monet to Munch, modern Western art trends are all on show The works of renowned painters in Western art history from the late 19th century to 20th century are on display at two different exhibits at Hangaram Art Museum at the Seoul Arts Center. There is a retrospective from renowned Norwegian painter…
DetailsEastern shore attracts holidaymakers Many beaches along the East Sea of Korea are busy preparing for the opening of their annual summer vacation season. A total of 91 beaches in the region will run from this July until August 29, providing services for youths, camping lovers, children, people with disabilities and overseas tourists.…
DetailsModern artworks manifest ‘fullness in emptiness’ in Shanghai An array of monochromatic paintings have been flown from Korea and hung at the Shanghai Oil Painting and Sculpture Institute (SPSI) Art Museum, in Changning District, Shanghai. Nearby, moon-shaped jars put on airs of elegance. It’s a scene from the “Fullness in Emptiness: Material and…
DetailsMediterranean tunes to resonate in mountainous Gangwon-do Italy is the home of opera while Spain is the country of guitar. Many artists over the years have been inspired by the strong sunshine and beautiful scenery of the two southern European nations. A number of composers including Mozart wrote music including opera pieces after…
DetailsFun in the mud at one of Korea’s hottest summer destinations No discussion of the West Sea town of Boryeong is complete without mentioning the eponymous mud festival, which has gained a reputation as a particular favorite among expatriates. From its humble beginnings, this celebration of the city’s mud, touted for its rich…
DetailsKorean, Chinese leaders attend special lunch, economic forum President Park Geun-hye held a special lunch meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping, who was on a state visit to Korea, together with First Lady Peng Liyuan, at the Korea Furniture Museum in Seongbuk-dong, Seoul. This was a reciprocal lunch meeting, since President Xi arranged…
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