What type of clothes do people wear in South Korea? South Koreans are renowned in Asia and abroad for their slick sense of fashion, and with the degree to which appearance is held in Korean society, it’s no surprise. Koreans spend enormous portions of their salaries on makeup, cosmetic surgery, and high-end clothing and accessories. [...]
South Korea
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Recommended Travel Destinations in South Korea
Good places to visit in South Korea If you’re visiting Korea, check out some of these recommended (and cheap!) places on your journey. Hongdae (Hongik University) – This is one of the most popular districts in Seoul and one that is exceedingly popular among trendy youth and expats. While one can find their fair share [...]
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Doctors and Medical Care in South Korea
Find Traditional and Western Health Care in South Korea There are two kinds of health care in South Korea: traditional Korean medicine, called “hanyak” (한약) and what would be defined as western or modern medical care. Depending on your ailment, the urgency of the care you need, and what you’re willing to pay, each system [...]
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South Korea Culture
Culture and Society in South Korea Korean culture is certainly a world away from that of the west, but as the country continues to mobilize itself for domination in the global economy, the culture has shifted tides towards more western ways of thinking. When you travel to Korea you’ll find that many elements of “traditional” [...]
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Transportation in South Korea
South Korea has one of the cheapest, most convenient and efficient public transportation systems in the world. Because the country is so small, you will find it neither difficult nor expensive to travel from one end of the peninsula to the other. Travel is, of course, easiest within major metropolitan cities like Seoul or Busan.
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Food in South Korea
Food in South Korea is generally cheap and very nutritious, but with one catch: you MUST be willing to eat chili peppers! Korea’s famous red chili sauce, “gochujang” (고추장), typically ends up in most dishes, as well in the famous kimchi side dish that is coupled with every meal.
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Is it Safe to Travel in South Korea?
Is it safe to travel in South Korea? What are the dangers? What warnings should I know about? Find out here! This is a guide about travel warnings and how to stay safe in South Korea.
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To Korea
So I bought a ticket back to Asia. Going to walk some pilgrimage routes down the ol‘ Buddha trail. My flight comes into Seoul, and I hope to be out of that monstrosity and into the green green hills in short order- for there are mountains to walk and trails to tramp. There are Three [...]
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