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SEOUL POWER Station, Korea’s first coal-fired power plant, has also become the world's first underground power station. This meaningful site is also the only power station in Seoul and is located in Mapo, not too far from Yonsei University. Among 5 power plants on the site, 3 of them have been demol
Photo Essay
Ko Yu-min
2024.04.03 16:03
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MUTED CONVERSATIONS and furious tapping of keyboards. Gen.G PC café is an environment where hobbyists and pro gamers relish in conviviality. Located in Basement 1, 127 Sinchon-ro, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul, this is the first e-sports[1] PC café in South Korea, established by the professional Korean League
Focus
Joo Da-hyun
2024.04.03 15:00
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LOCATED IN the outskirts of Seoul, Wangsong Lake Park is accessible by Subway Line 1 and is approximately a 20-minute walk from Uiwang Station. The park is a tranquil getaway featuring a combination of recreational activities and environmental preservation. The shimmering lake, encircled by well-mai
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Ko Yu-min
2024.03.05 12:51
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SWEET, CRUNCHY, colorful, and fruity. Sugary on the outside, juicy on the inside. What am I? If your first guess was Tanghulu, you may happen to be part of most Koreans who snack on this guilty pleasure. Tanghulu, a popular sugar-coated Chinese dessert, has captivated the taste buds of Koreans acros
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Joo Da-hyun
2024.03.05 12:39
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THE MEANING of holidays has now been taken over by a day of relaxation for many in the secular world, or simply a day off from work. However, the essence of holidays often holds religious significance, meant to honor a group of people or commemorate an important day in a certain religion. The unique
Photo Essay
Kim Ha-jeong
2023.12.05 19:04
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IN CONTRAST to the common notion of libraries as places for strenuous mental work, the Uijeongbu Art Library is a public venue that provides users with a pleasurable experience through the convergence of books and art. Opened on Nov. 29, 2019, it became the first library in Korea to specialize in ar
Focus
Ko Yu-min
2023.12.05 10:44
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UNDER THE classic and fine beauty of traditional arts lies the devotion and humility of craftsmen. A true masterpiece instilled with the soul of the artisan is often the result of endurance and tribulations. The skills and techniques are passed from hand to hand, preserving the heritage of ancestors
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Kim Ha-jeong
2023.11.09 19:26
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REGARDLESS OF how descendants assess the culture of past generations, their heritage continues to stand in their everyday lives. The Joseon Dynasty, which governed the Korean Peninsula for approximately 500 years, valued Confucianism and awarded women who kept their integrity and sacrificed their li
Focus
Ko Yu-min
2023.11.05 20:29
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Duck boats and the Han River The Han River is Seoul's most shimmering attraction for visitors. The vast river can be admired in a number of ways, including picnicking and biking along the banks. Nevertheless, there is nothing like being able to fully appreciate the water than to be on it. The duck b
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Ko Yu-min
2023.10.10 23:27
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ALONG THE eastern coastline of Busan lies an expansive habitat of wildlife. Groups of gray herons and egrets, varied species of fish, and native reptiles all form a small yet rich urban ecosystem. Urban parks with vegetation and water serve as homes for wildlife animals adapting to the environment,
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Kim Ha-jeong
2023.09.03 16:59
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NOT A day can go by without reading or writing. Language is an essential part of our lives and is one of the factors that establish a civilization. It enables effective communication and makes it possible to accumulate wisdom. The National Museum of World Writing Systems provides an enthralling voya
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Ko Yu-min
2023.09.03 14:04
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THE WEATHER is splendid, as crystal blue skies are overhead and deep green leaves stand out from the surroundings—it is an ideal weather to grab a book and read outdoor in nature. Fortunately, there is a perfect opportunity for book lovers to do exactly this at a small haven located in the heart of
Focus
Ko Yu-min
2023.06.08 00:49
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ALONGSIDE RISING concerns over climate change and sustainability, the concept of “upcycling” is fast becoming a mainstream trend. The term was coined by German engineer Reiner Pilz in 1994 when he suggested waste or unused products could be transformed into higher-quality products by adding artistic
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Kim Ha-jeong
2023.05.04 13:09
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WHEN WALKING through the busy streets of Korea, it is all too common to see a self-photo booth, or a thematic photo booth store, on every corner. Strolling into a store to take photos in these booths has become a new phenomenon in Korea and is now an essential course of action for young people to ca
Focus
Ko Yu-min
2023.05.04 12:02
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LIFE IN in the city would not be complete without parks. They offer opportunities for humans to interact with nature and indulge in leisure activities, while escaping the pandemonium of urban life; parks also aid in maintaining biodiversity. From peaceful walks to challenging hikes and sports recrea
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Ko Yu-min
2023.04.04 22:46
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A SPECIAL exhibition in Lee Hoe-young Memorial Hall, Na-neun Lee Eun-sook i-da (I am Lee Eun-sook) reveals an e-book version of a handwritten memoir of Lee Eun-sook written in 1966, of her life as an independence activist, for the first time to the public. Shedding light on the lives of women indepe
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Kim Ha-jeong
2023.04.04 20:30
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SEONGSAN BRIDGE has been in service for people crossing the Han River since 1980. Connecting Mangwon-dong in Mapo-gu and Yangpyeong-dong in Yeongdeungpo-gu, it became the 12th bridge built across the Han River. Recently, however, concerns have been raised regarding the safety of the bridge. Concerns
Focus
Ko Yu-min
2023.03.07 21:12
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THE SCHOOL’S student cafeteria is often where many students choose to have their meals. It is more approachable and less costly than other restaurants near the campus. Yet, we rarely focus on the individuals preparing and serving the food we consume. By getting to know the cafeteria workers, student
Around Us
Ko Yu-min
2023.03.07 21:01
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HAEUNDAE BLUELINE Park is where one can witness the crystal blue waters and skies of Busan in all its glory. It has been selected as one of the winners of the 2022 Korea Tourism Awards—recognized as an eco-friendly tourist attraction[1]. Taking a short journey of 4.8 km from Mipo Station to Song-jeo
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Kim Ha-jeong
2023.03.07 20:46
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EVEN THOUGH it has only been 125 years since the urbanization of South Korea began, Korea has succeeded in creating a dazzling urban landscape which attracts thousands of travelers from around the world. What makes the landscape of Korea unique is the harmony between traditional and contemporary arc
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Choi Go-eun
2022.12.07 03:30