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Top 10 Weirdest Things About South Korea

While the world mainly knows South Korea for its entertainment industry (incl. K-dramas and K-pop), massive technology industry (such as Samsung, LG or Hyundai), or for its infamous neighbour North Korea, there is a lot more fun facts to discover! South Korea is a unique country in itself, with its stunning nature, delicious food, trendy fashion, and some of the most unique cultural aspects which will definitely leave you surprised.

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8 Reasons to Learn Korean

With all the beautiful languages in this world, choosing an extra language to learn can be a challenge. If you’ve ever considered learning Korean, or were losing motivation, you only need to remember a few points from the list to keep up all the hard work! 

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A New Hallyu?

Since K-dramas and K-pop reached a worldwide audience, the Korean government has decided to open a new government department to support Hallyu (Korean Wave). The first wave being such a great success, it is believed that bringing various aspects of Korean culture into light, it could further increase people’s interest in South Korea.

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Planning a trip to South Korea? Top 9 apps to consider

You have probably used Google Maps numerous of times, but did you know that they are one of the worst apps to use in Korea? Check out our short guide on top apps to use when traveling to South Korea, for a smooth experience!

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Why is Namsan Tower famous?

One of the Top 500 attractions of the world, and the greatest symbol of Seoul, Namsan Tower shines bright as the star itself. So much so, that it has been featured in some of the top K-dramas too! Whether you are a fan of Hotel del Luna, Itaewon Class, Boys Over Flowers or Dating Agency Cyrano or not, Namsan Tower should be on everyones itinerary!

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Secrets behind Korean Hanbok

If you are tempted to think that Hanboks only purpose was to shelter its owner from the cold, you couldn’t be more wrong. Much like Korean Hats in Joseon dynasty, Hanbok communicated number of messages about its wearer and even conveyed hidden wishes and desires. Thus, we prepared a little guide to help you find and decipher the clues left on your ladies Hanbok.

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A Brief History How One Korea Became Two

Many know about the World War I and World War II, not to mention Vietnam War in 1954, but how much do people really know about the Korean War which took a span of total three years? The Korean War has taken more lives than any of the wars mentioned above, and yet, the world knows so little of it.

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Who are the faces on Korean Won?

Ever wondered what Korean money looks like? Have you heard the big numbers and wondered what can you get for it? Saw the beautiful pictures on the back of the Korean won but it doesn’t resemble anything in your memory? Not to worry! We are here to give you a brief overview of Korean heroes and help you ‘un-code’ the pictures behind it.

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Top 6 Picturesque Locations in Suncheon

An uprising eco-city in the South of the Korean peninsula is famous for nothing less but its stunning nature parks and ancient temples. Only 3hour train ride from Seoul, you will soon be surrounded by some of the most unforgettable views in the whole of Korea! See the nature in the form and beauty you haven’t witnessed before, a trip to Suncheon will definitely be one of the top memories from your trip to Korea!

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Ghosts in South Korea

Have you ever wondered where filmmakers find their inspiration for the horror movies? For the realistic ghosts? Asian folklore has provided the writers with plentiful source, no wonder some of the most iconic horrors came from the Far East.

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Walking down the K-Star Road [Part 1/2]

In the midst of busy streets of Seoul, the capital of South Korea, there is a long road dedicated to dolls representing the Top K-pop groups who brought fame to Korea by introducing and spreading the Hallyu wave. Which means… you can take as many pictures as your heart desires with… BTS? SHINee? B1A4? Kara? You name it!

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Top 10 ways to beat your Korea blues during a global quarantine

While the world is trying hard to fight against the COVID-19, the best we can do is stay at home. To make the wait easier, we have created a Top 10 list to help you get past the hard times, and even improve your future trip to South Korea! Read along to get some inspiration!

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A day trip to Incheon

Now how many of you planning a visit to South Korea have ever included Incheon on your itineraries? It definitely wasn’t on our list when we first travelled to South Korea! However, the city, so close to Seoul, has a complete different atmosphere inviting many of the Seoulites to move there for fresher air, calmer pace of life and cheaper accommodation. Being the third largest city in South Korea, Incheon has a lot to offer to locals and tourists alike. Check out our top three places to see in Incheon and let us know which one you liked the most!

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