A Tour of the DMZ in South Korea
A tour of the DMZ in South Korea that included the third infiltration tunnel, Paju, and Gyeongui, the reunification train station.
South Korea
Sidewalks and Alleyways in Seoul
What better way to see Seoul than by walking endless miles along the sidewalks to experience the food and beauty of the city.
What Did I Eat in Korea?
It’s not easy to tell people about what I ate in Korea because I don’t speak Korean. But the Korean food I ate was delicious.
Learning Korean History at Seodaemun Prison
A day of wandering through Seoul led me to visit Seodaemun Prison History Hall in the city’s Seodaemun Independence Park.
Feeling Poor at Seoul’s Money Museum
“Grab that cash with both hands and make a stash” – Pink Floyd, Money There are museums you don’t expect to visit on your travels. It’s happened before. I still regret visiting the Icelandic Phallological Museum. But sometimes the unexpected museums are more interesting. Fortunately, the Bank of Korea Money Museum in Seoul was a …
Walking Through Seoul’s Secret Garden at Changdeokgung
A visit to Changdeokgung palace in Seoul, South Korea, including a tour of the secret garden. This is one of the largest and most impressive palaces in Korea.
Seoul at Night
“I often think that the night is more alive and more richly colored than the day.” -Vincent Van Gogh Seoul is an amazing metropolis–the towering buildings and modern architecture make it seem overwhelming at times–with history, culture, and international commerce mingling in the streets. It’s fascinating to watch the people throughout the day among the backdrop …
Walking Along Hwaseong Fortress, Korea
Walking around Korean UNESCO World Heritage Site Hwaseong Fortress in Suwon, just outside Seoul, on a sunny summer day.
Drinking in Korea
Drinking in Korea is more than just boring beer that The Economist complained about a few years ago. There’s craft beer, soju, and makgeolli to enjoy.
Protests and Police While Traveling
“And the riot squad they’re restless They need somewhere to go” – Bob Dylan, Desolation Row On this Monday morning I’m still catching up on the chaos in Hong Kong. The Occupy Central and pro-democracy movements came together on September 28, marching through the business districts in Central. The peaceful protest even attempted to leave …
Seoul Food
So much great food to try while going around Seoul for a couple months. Korean food is delicious with plenty of variety.
Lessons from My Korean Temple Stay
Reflecting on the lessons I learned during my stay at Woljeongsa Temple in South Korea while traveling and searching for a job.
Hiking the Highest Peak in Seoul at Bukhansan National Park
A hike up Baekundae, the highest peak in metropolitan Seoul, in Bukhansan National Park.
Out of Seoul
Long conversations beside blooming irises – joys of life on the road -Bashō Today I depart Seoul after two months of living in a tiny apartment near Toppoki Street (and I’m not really a fan of eating toppoki; it’s not bad, but I just don’t like gluttonous rice cakes much). I’m heading to Italy for a while–I …
Take Me Out to the Korean Ballgame
I finally got to see a baseball game in Korea. My first ballgame in Asia was quite an experience.