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Western Seoul doesn’t get much respect. Oh, of course, you can argue that the young and hip Hongdae and Sinchon districts are in western Seoul, but for some reason, when people mention western Seoul it’s usually…
As I’ve documented before, Seoul is a city of hidden depths filled with wonderful places to explore. One of the greatest pleasures of living here is getting to know the neighbourhood where you live. I’ve…
* This post is written by Robert Dunning, one of the Korea Blog’s Worldwide Korea Bloggers. The Guarded Mountain The Blue House is the home of the Korean President. This area of Seoul is extremely heavily guarded for…
* This post is written by Ana Park, one of the Korea Blog’s Worldwide Korea Bloggers. One hot summer afternoon, my friends and I went to the National Assembly for a tour. The first time I visited the place was in 2010 with…
It’s a rite of passage for any expat living in Korea to be visited by one’s parents. I’ve been here long enough that I’ve been visited four times now, the most recent trip being just a month ago.…
War is devastating. It is a dirty and bloody business. Unfortunately it has plagued the Korean peninsula for hundreds of years. No greater shame of war can be when two families take up arms against one another. Just over…
With a population density of 16 000 people per square kilometer, Seoul is a bustling metropolis to say the least. Ever since the end of the Korean War, the number has been growing, putting a strain on resources, housing,…
Every country is filled with unique tourist attractions and Korea is no exception. Throughout the land, you’ll find some curiosities, but just outside of Seoul, there’s a special little amusement park that will…
