The Mapo Bridge of Life effort is far from the only solution to the problem but at least it’s a sign that Korea is aware of this troubling situation.
Category Archives: East Asia
Seoul is such a hotbed of hustle and bustle but witnessing Han River Sunsets remind me that things can actually slow down in this mega-city.
Bulguksa is an example of a beautiful Buddhist temple, pristine and well kept. It’s one of Korea’s oldest temple sites and worth a visit.
Two great people offered us a ride to witness a truly uncovered gem, Juwangsan National Park. Add this with lots of apples and there’s a perfect weekend.
Surrounded by cities of growth and industry, Gyeongju is a breath of fresh air and full of picturesque views more easily acquired than elsewhere.
Shabu shabu satisfies just about any palate and promises an enjoyable culinary event. Even if it’s an import, Koreans love this meal and the culinary experience found inside a Shabu shabu restaurant is hardly replaceable.
Take those experiences and let them unmake you, pull you apart and put you back together so you’re different than before. That’s why we travel.
The Korean Wave continues its path throughout the world but Dak Galbi’s dining experience is worth a visit to South Korea. Nowhere else can reproduce it!
I’ve fondly written of sunsets and though those words hold true for me, the day’s opening like at South Korea’s Naksan Beach offers more than its closing.
It’s wonderful in so many ways and that Bijindo sunset will be one of the first images that come up in conversations long after I’m gone.