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48 Ulleungdo, an island of mysterious beauty imagefile 2124 Jul 10, 2012 10:23
The name Ulleungdo means hill-like island with dense primeval forests. The prospect of a trip to Ulleungdo can make your heart flutter not only because of its matchless beauty but also because of its arr...  
47 Taekwondo, taking Hallyu farther imagefile 1396 Jul 12, 2012 18:23
As Hallyu continues to introduce modern and traditional Korean culture to new audiences, the traditional martial art of taekwondo is enjoying growing visibility and popularity across the world. The six...  
46 Beach getaways to beat the summer heat imagefile 969 Jul 20, 2012 08:23
If you’re planning on vacationing in Korea this summer, a visit to one of its many beaches is an absolute must! Korea is surrounded on three sides by water and has plenty of beaches in a variety of...  
45 Cool summer travel on Korea's coasts imagefile 818 Jul 20, 2012 17:11
With plenty of beaches, seafood, and ocean breeze, Korea’s coastal areas have long been favorite destinations for summer vacation. This summer, travelers looking for something new can head to the new ...  
44 Books for loan at new forest libraries imagefile 1338 Jul 24, 2012 08:19
For many people, talk of public libraries brings to mind images of an indoor space lined with neat shelves, maintained under the watchful eye of a fastidious librarian, and mostly silent save for the ...  
43 Last week of Yeosu Expo imagefile 895 Aug 08, 2012 08:25
The end is in sight for the Yeosu Expo, but the excitement doesn’t seem to be dissipating as visitors continue to flock to Yeosu for their last chance to see the Expo pavilions. Running until...  
42 A special summer along the rivers imagefile 857 Aug 09, 2012 08:24
The Donggang (lit. East River) in eastern Yeongwol County begins at the confluence of the Odaecheon (a river that originates in Pyeongchang County, Gangwon-do) and the Joyanggang (a river that origin...  
41 Korea’s green tourism destinations imagefile 837 Aug 10, 2012 08:19
The first few weeks of August hang at the very top of the summer, making everyone yearn to escape from the exuberant heat. If you were considering a refreshing getaway far from the bustle of the cit...  
40 Cultural and artistic performances at Yeosu imagefile 856 Aug 13, 2012 08:18
The International Exposition Yeosu Korea 2012 started on May 12 and is going to finish off its big 93-day run on August 12. Themed on the “Living Ocean and Coast,” the International Exposition...  
39 Busan to implement visa-free entry for transit passengers imagefile 1337 Aug 14, 2012 08:23
Transfer via Busan is getting easier and more exciting starting as early as next year. International passengers transferring at Gimhae International Airport will soon be granted visa-free transit and m...  
38 10 Best hikes & treks in Korea imagefile 873 Aug 17, 2012 18:37
Anyone who stays in Korea even for a little time can recognize one noticeable trait of contemporary Koreans: the hurry-hurry phenomenon. Most Koreans tend to get things done as fast as they can. ...  
37 Real DMZ Project brings art to Cheorwon imagefile 862 Aug 20, 2012 08:23
The county of Cheorwon is an unlikely venue for art. Located in the northwestern corner of Gangwon-do (Gangwon Province), it offers visitors the chance to get close to North Korea and gaze in...  
36 Lake city Chuncheon, a leisure hotspot imagefile 1351 Aug 27, 2012 09:36
As the end of summer draws near, the romantic lake city of Chuncheon prepares to be transformed into a leisure town where visitors can fully enjoy the remaining days of the season. The Chuncheon 2...  
35 Korea and China, celebration of 20 years of ties imagefile 847 Sep 03, 2012 18:14
This year, in a celebration of the 20th anniversary of the diplomatic ties between Korea and China, is filled with various cultural offerings prepared to boost mutual understanding in both countries....  
34 The unique charms of makgeolli studied by foreigners imagefile 1292 Sep 05, 2012 18:04
Every week, dozens of students make yeast that would later be used to make makgeolli in a private academy near Gyeongbok Palace in central Seoul. For most of them, it is their first time learning about ...  
33 Dokdo souvenir design contest opens for all imagefile 1257 Sep 05, 2012 18:16
Image courtesy of Cyber Dokdo Arts and crafts designers are welcomed to create their own Dokdo-themed sounvenirs to compete for the right to officially sell their product. The government of Gyeong...  
32 Welcoming autumn on Korea’s Rivers [1] imagefile 954 Sep 20, 2012 17:43
Walking, biking, or camping -- with plenty of new scenic trails, bike paths, and camping areas around the Han, Nakdong, Geum, and Yeongsan rivers, anything is possible for the willing traveler. And as ...  
31 Modern arts turn the clock back to Joseon imagefile 835 Sep 24, 2012 08:03
Seoul might be best described as a place where tradition and modernity coexist. Those two elements are brought together in harmony in Deoksugung Project. On display are modern creations by twelve con...  
30 Through mountains and over the sea; K-ROADS imagefile 1700 Sep 25, 2012 18:20
The motorways in South Korea have developed the same way as its economy. A courageous first step was taken in the 1960s, the seed of a miracle sprouted in 1970, the growth accelerated in the 1980s, a...  
29 Korea's rivers see 10 million visitors imagefile 1203 Sep 28, 2012 08:39
The number of visitors to the four restored rivers of Korea exceeded the ten-million mark earlier this month, proving their popularity as an ideal tourism spot. The ten-million count includes the nu...  

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