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Unique Korean Heritage: Rank Stones[품계석]

This time, I'd like to talk about the pumgyeseok(Ranking Stones) that are installed within Seoul's Five Grand Palaces. Korea's pumgyeseok (Ranking Stones) are a unique legacy arising from a distinct historical and cultural context, making it difficult to find examples abroad with the exact same function and form. Ultimately, they can only be seen in Seoul's palaces. If you happen to visit Korea,..

Seoul is a charming city where tradition and modernity harmoniously coexist. Recently, there has been an increase in foreign tourists enjoying independent travel, and many are eager to directly experience the hidden charms of Seoul. In particular, vibrant traditional markets and local restaurants loved by locals are places where you can vividly feel Korean culture.In this post, we will introduce..

The Han River, which flows through the heart of Seoul, is more than just a river—it is a lifeline that carries the history and culture of Korea. Over the centuries, the Han River has remained at the center of Seoul, undergoing countless changes and becoming deeply intertwined with the lives of its citizens. In this post, I’d like to explore some of the major historical events related to the Han ..

Did you know there is a palace within the royal palace?Located deep within the tranquil rear garden of Gyeongbokgung Palace, nestled among serene trees, lies Geoncheonggung Palace. This modern detached palace was where Gojong, the last emperor of the Joseon Dynasty, resided and is also the site of the Eulmi Incident, one of the most tragic events in Joseon history. Incorporating some Western arc..

For Koreans, miyeok-guk (seaweed soup) is much more than just a soup. It's a traditional birthday meal and a nourishing dish for mothers after childbirth. Rich in iron and minerals, seaweed is seen as a healthy, healing food. That’s why Koreans enjoy it not just on special days, but also as part of their everyday meals. This warm, comforting soup carries love, care, and tradition—passed down thr..

Spring is just around the corner, and the world is slowly waking up to warmer air and longer days.After a long, tiring week, a quiet weekend morning is the perfect time to recharge — and what better way than a peaceful escape just outside of Seoul?Let me take you on a drive to a place of rare, quiet beauty — a hidden gem tucked along the riverside roads of Namjong-myeon, in Gwangju, Gyeonggi-do...

Cheonggye Plaza is the starting point of Cheonggyecheon stream and where the Cheonggyecheon restoration project began.The 'Cheonggye' in Cheonggye Plaza is taken from Cheonggyecheon stream. To explain Cheonggyecheon in more detail, It is a 10.84km river that divides Jongno-gu and Jung-gu in Seoul."This time, I'd like to introduce Cheonggye Plaza and the nearby Cheonggyecheon Stream, an oasis in ..

I would like to tell you about the history and value of Hwaseong, a UNESCO heritage site in Suwon, and the popular food of Suwon.화성은 경기도 수원시에 있는 조선시대의 성곽으로, 별칭으로는 수원성으로 불립니다.수원화성은 1794년에 착공하여 1796년(정조 20년)에 축성된 것으로, 성곽의 총길이는 5.74km입니다.정조가 화성을 세운 가장 큰 이유는 자신이 생각한 이상적인 도시를 만들고 또한 할아버지인 영조에 의해 죽은 사도세자(정조의 아버지)의 묘를 이장하기 위함이었습니다. 그래서 정약용[ 조선시대의 개혁주의자인 동시에 정치가, 과학자, 의학자, 법률가] 에게 거중기를 제작하게 하여 그것을 이용하여..

Based on various historical records and relics, it is believed that the Korean people have been making and consuming alcohol since the Gojoseon period (5th century BCE – 108 BCE). Throughout the Three Kingdoms period, the Joseon Dynasty, and into the present day, a wide variety of alcoholic beverages have been an integral part of Korean history. BCE는 "Before Common Era"의 약자입니다.뜻은 말 그대로 "서력기원 이전"..

In Andong City, there are two Seowon [서원], a private educational institution of the Joseon Dynasty.Seowon were Confucian academies during the Joseon Dynasty, where scholars studied, taught disciples, and honored great teachers of the past through ancestral rites.More than just schools, they were places where the beauty of traditional Korean architecture harmonized with nature, offering a serene ..