The Visitor Ghost of Death by Smallpox
In the historical drama Jewel in the Palace (episode 51) (set in the early 16th century) the heir to the throne
Read MoreIn the historical drama Jewel in the Palace (episode 51) (set in the early 16th century) the heir to the throne
Read MoreWhen I start to look more closely there is lotus symbolism everywhere at Korean temples
Read MoreThe year of the pig has officially started now it’s Lunar New Year. So here are 10 facts about pigs
Read MoreThey may look like art installations especially when they are lit up at night, but there are practical reasons why
Read MoreLast year I got interested in books predicting trends for the coming year in Korea. And I love learning about
Read MoreHere’s a quick look back over the last 12 months. It’s been a year of sporting successes, diplomacy with North
Read MoreIf you’re looking for presents to buy in Seoul this Christmas, here’s a selection of places to find ‘Christmassy’ themed
Read MoreI must admit that I didn’t immediately realise that the emblem for the PyeongChang Winter Olympics (평창) is based on hangul characters!
Read MoreIt’s Hangul Day! And it’s a national holiday in Korea today, so it’s going to be especially busy around Gwanghwamun
Read MoreWhen my parents-in-law came to Britain they were taken aback by the size of the bath towels and they didn’t
Read MoreThis is THE mistake that foreigners are expected to make at the public baths – not taking a wash before
Read MoreThe dreaded time has arrived. You’ve managed to enter the right changing room, you’ve found your locker (the one for
Read MoreIn this second post in the series on faux pas at the baths we have to look at our feet.
Read MoreIt’s autumn and the time for hiking and exercise followed by a refreshing soak in the tub. But this year
Read MoreChilseok has been described as Korean Valentine’s Day. The story goes that it’s the one day of the Lunar year when two separated lovers can meet across the Milky Way – with the help of a bridge made by magpies and crows!
Read MoreThere is only one species of cicada in Britain – The New Forest Cicada – but no one can find
Read MoreIf you are studying Korean, here are 10 expressions for the rainy season, 10 useful expressions about umbrellas, and 10
Read MoreThis is a ballad called changma 장마 Rainy Season and is sung by Jung In. And it’s the 5th and last
Read MoreBTS’ RM and Yuiko sing Umbrella.
Read MoreDo you fancy trying some rap? I must admit I’m no expert when it comes to hip hop… but I
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