Tag: Travel Tips
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The Five Palaces of Seoul | Travel Korea
When visiting Seoul, the legacy of the Joseon Dynasty (1392–1897) is everywhere. Among its most enduring landmarks are the Five Grand Palaces: Gyeongbokgung, Changdeokgung, Changgyeonggung, Deoksugung, and Gyeonghuigung. Each palace has its own story, shaped by over 500 years of dynastic history, wars, and reconstruction.
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Why Are There So Many Coffee Shops in Korea?
Have you ever wondered why you see so many students and even professionals settled in at Korean cafes for hours, surrounded by laptops and textbooks? It’s a common sight! This phenomenon, playfully nicknamed ‘ca-gong (카공)’ (a blend of ‘cafe’ and ‘gongbu (공부),’ the Korean word for studying), highlights how cafes offer a truly unique blend…
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