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Seosokkak, The Hidden Paradise
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Seosokkak, The Hidden Paradise

Truly a hidden paradise encircled by towering rocks, Soesokkak estuary, a must see Jeju destination where Mother Nature's tears seem to be …

Apr 26, 2018 Read →
Ramyeon: spice curls
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Ramyeon: spice curls

The Korean ramyeon is a far cry from Japanese ramen is regardless of how phonetically close the two words are. Korean ramyeon …

Apr 25, 2018 Read →
Bukhansan National Park: A Hike fit For Every Season
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Bukhansan National Park: A Hike fit For Every Season

Hiking is a very challenging activity. Many daredevils would venture rocky and steep mountains carrying large gears in exchange for what they …

Apr 24, 2018 Read →
Ganjang-gejang is a delicious tongue-twister
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Ganjang-gejang is a delicious tongue-twister

The Korean term for the dish raw crabs marinated in soy sauce sounds more like a tongue-twister: ganjang gejang. Repeat this ten …

Apr 23, 2018 Read →
Korea’s Number 1 Shopping District, Myeong-dong
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Korea’s Number 1 Shopping District, Myeong-dong

Ranked 9th among the most expensive shopping streets in the world, there is no doubt why Myeong-dong District have gained fame from …

Apr 20, 2018 Read →
Will you try seasoned raw beef?
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Will you try seasoned raw beef?

The yukhoe is quite a delicacy when you consider it. Not many people can eat raw meat, but the Korean version of …

Apr 19, 2018 Read →
Living the Traditional Way: Bukchon Hanok Village
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Living the Traditional Way: Bukchon Hanok Village

If you wanted to experience the Joseon dynasty kind of living in Korean traditional houses also called hanok, the Bukchon hanok Village …

Apr 18, 2018 Read →
The Dazzling Stream of Cheonggyecheon
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The Dazzling Stream of Cheonggyecheon

Originally built as an urban industrialization project, the Cheonggyecheon, which is a restoration of the stream that was once there before during …

Apr 17, 2018 Read →