Is there a Monarchy in Korea?
Sometimes the question comes up – is there a Monarchy in Korea? Well, the answer is: not anymore. For over
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Recaps of Jewel in the Palace (Dae Jang Geum) 41-54
Here’s the final post of the recaps of Jewel in the Palace (MBC 2004), a Korean historical drama that I can watch again and again!
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Jewel in the Palace Recaps (Dae Jang Geum) 31-40
Feeling nostalgic? Here is the 4th instalment of Jewel in the Palace recaps (MBC 2004) starring Lee Young Ae as Jang Geum and Ji Jin Hee as royal official Min Jung Ho.
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Dae Jang Geum (Jewel in the Palace) episodes 21-30
Here’s the third post in this nostalgic series looking back at the blockbuster historical drama Dae Jang Geum. (AKA Jewel in the Palace, MBC 2004)
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Jewel in the Palace episode summaries (11-20)
Here is the second instalment in this series on nostalgia dramas! By episode 10 Jang Geum has already gone through a lot! Life in the palace is tough. But luckily, nobody can deny her talent for cooking.
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Jewel in the Palace Drama Recaps episode 1-10
Feeling nostalgic? Jewel in the Palace (MBC 2004) is one of those dramas that I can watch again and again. I can’t believe it’s nearly 20 years old!
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Hangul Day
On hangul day read all about hangul: the Hangul Museum, Hangul calligraphy, hangul typography, and King Sejong in film and drama.
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Forbidden Dream (2019) Korean Film review
Forbidden Dream is the story of the fruitful but ill-fated relationship between two heavyweight historical figures: King Sejong the Great (r.1418–1450) (Han Suk-kyu) and his famous scientist Jang Yeong-sil (Choi Min-sik)
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23 Korean Master Calligraphers of 20th Century
A fabulous exhibition at the Seoul Museum of Calligraphy Art (Seoul Arts Centre) is showcasing the work of 23 Korean Master Calligraphers of the 20th century.
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What Is the Time Period of Mr Sunshine?
Korean historical drama Mr Sunshine (tvN 2018) reflects the huge political and cultural upheavals that were going on in the country at the time.
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The 5 Royal Palaces in Seoul and Korean Historical Dramas
There were FIVE grand palaces by the end of the Joseon dynasty (1392-1910). So where did the kings live throughout the period? And what are the related historical dramas?
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Drama Review: Rookie Historian Goo Hae Ryung (MBC/ Netflix 2019)
I’m not into serious romantic dramas these days, but this is the kind of light-hearted comedy where the prince leans
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The Calligraphy of Buddhist Monk Great Master Samyeong
A rare opportunity to see the calligraphy of Buddhist monk Great Master Samyeong. He was a Korean warrior monk famous for his powerful calligraphy.
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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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Book Review on the Harrowing Memoirs of Lady Hyegyeong
The Memoirs of Lady Hyegyeong (1735 –1816) are a fascinating glimpse into the life of someone with first hand experience of an infamous historical event in Korean history.
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National Hangeul Museum
It’s Hangul Day! And it’s a national holiday in Korea today, so it’s going to be especially busy around Gwanghwamun
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Korean Drama Review: Painter of the Wind (SBS 2008)
Painter of the Wind (SBS 2008) is the fictional story of the relationship between two of Joseon’s most famous artists:
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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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7 things NOT to do in a HOT SPRING
I love going to hot springs. I’m not talking about the hotel resorts with communal water spas where everyone has to
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What is onyang hot spring town like?
For a trip away from Seoul, Onyang hot spring town is only a couple of hours away. It’s possible to get
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