The Story of Chunhyang, a Korean literary classic
This month we visited Namwon in North Jeolla province. Namwon’s claim to fame is that it is the hometown of
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What can we do in Danyang, North Chungcheong Province?
Mountains, rocks, garlic, river fish, and adventure sports. That’s Danyang in North Chungcheong province. And if I had to choose
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Pansori in a modern style
Here’s an unusual and fabulous song for anyone looking to broaden their musical horizons! The band Lee-nal-chi (이날치) take a modern approach to perform traditional Korean Pansori.
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The iconic story of scholar Han Seok Bong and his mum
Han Seok Bong became one of the most famous calligraphers in the Joseon period. This story tells us how he got there.
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Confucian Values Taught Through Traditional Stories
I thought I’d share this curious story that I found in a book of Korean traditional stories for language learners. Many of the stories highlight Shamanic beliefs or Confucian values. This quirky tale is based on Confucianism.
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A Kim Jong il Production: An Amazing but true story
Director Bong Joon Ho might be the most famous South Korean director in the world right now, but back in the 60s it was Director Shin Sang ok who was known as the ‘Prince of South Korean Cinema’. He won the first international film prize for the country and his success did not go unnoticed in North Korea by film buff and North Korean leader-to-be Kim Jong Il.
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Late Joseon Kings and Historical Drama (1649-1910)
This third post covers Korean historical dramas from the 17th century. From Chuno and Horse Doctor to Mr Sunshine.
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Questions that come up watching Korean historical dramas!
When I watch Korean historical dramas, so many questions pop up! I’ve tried to find the answers to them. Here’s
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Chilseok, Korean Valentine’s Day?
Chilseok 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!
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Who are the top 10 Korean Women in historical drama?
I was thinking about famous women through history who have appeared on our screens. And I came up with this list of the top 10 Korean women in historical drama.
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Comprehensive List of the Kings in Korean historical Dramas
Add to the growing list of Korean historical dramas and Joseon Kings
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Dong Yi, court lady sang-gung
Dong Yi, MBC In episode 30, Dong Yi is promoted by the king to a special court lady, sung-un sang-gung
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Where is King Sukjong’s Tomb and the tomb of Jang Hee Bin?
(updated 2021) Thanks to his controversial love life, King Sukjong appears in lots of Korean historical dramas! But although his most famous relationship was with his concubine Jang Hee Bin, they are not buried together at King Sukjong’s tomb. In this post find out about the different types of Royal Tomb, where King Sukjong’s tomb is, who he is buried with, and why young women in particular want to go to Jang Hee Bin’s grave…
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What were the social classes in the Joseon period?
Social classes in the Joseon period were pretty strict as we can see in any historical drama. So in this
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