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Seoul’s Bukchon a glimpse into centuries past

Among Seoul’s skyscrapers and dense modern buildings, Bukchon offers a glimpse into how the city looked and how people lived a few centuries ago.

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Spring into the season with park picnic in Korea

Spring has fully arrived, with warm sunlight and cool breezes! What could be better than having a picnic in the park? Seoul and cities in the metropolitan area are dotted with pretty parks, perfect for spending a day out. Some of these parks have even been used as filming sites for Korean dramas and movies, a big draw for Hallyu fans. However, the most charming aspect of a picnic at the park is that you can have a full day of fun on a limited budget. In addition, each park has its own unique atmosphere and attractions, making every trip a new experience.

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Warm up with 5 great springs festivals in Busan

Don’t miss Busan’s beautiful sights and amazing festivals this spring!

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8 tips for enjoying your trip in South Korea

South Korea is a great place to travel. It has a vibrant culture, a welcoming culture, and plenty to see and do.

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Free ROK Cultural Immersion Program introduces US military community to Korea

Whether you’re single, unaccompanied, or stationed with your family in Korea, it can take a few months to get comfortable in your new surroundings. Korea has many exciting activities, a rich cultural history and delicious food to sample, but where do you begin?

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Speakin' Korean: How to ask for directions

The Seoul Metro has more than 20 lines, and line 1 (dark blue color) is the longest line and features a lot of different routes.

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Transport to Korea’s Joseon Dynasty at Nakan Eupseong Folk Village

Nakan Eupseong Folk Village is my favorite place among all the wonderful destinations in Suncheon City.

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Shopping in Korea: Navigating ROK's shopping mecca Dongdaemun

Stripes Korea writer Hyemin Lee is going to take you to the country’s shopping mecca, Dongdaemun. With 32 shopping malls, a vast array of markets, and 30,000 stores in all, you can't go wrong here!

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Seoul Searching: Fun and food in Korea’s hip Jamsil

Jamsil is made up of Seoul’s largest cultural and artistic neighborhoods with many fun places to visit, including shopping malls, entertainment facilities, parks, famous eateries, and so much more.

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The wonders of won: Korea's colorful currency

Korean currency can be largely divided into four coins and four bills, with denominations of 10, 50, 100, 500 and 1,000, 5,000, 10,000, 50,000 won, respectively.

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Look both ways! Take caution when crossing street in Korea

If you are new to Korea, you’ll quickly learn that the streets are filled with cars, trucks and motorbikes going every which way. In many places, the pace is fast and hectic.

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Exploring Korea: The ultimate guide for visiting Sokcho & Seoraksan National Park

So, you’ve finally made the best decision with your time in Korea and decided to visit Seoraksan National Park, or should I say: Middle Earth! Close to Sokcho, this National Park is home to endless trails, awe-inspiring views, cascading waterfalls, and views from Korea’s third-highest peak.

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VIDEO: Time stands still at Oeam Folk Village in Korea

Recently, I went to Oeam folk village in Asan, South Chungcheong Province, on the recommendation of one of my coworkers.

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