Writers: Devanshi Ghanshala and Prachi Vaid (Delhi, India) Editor: Prachi Vaid (Delhi, India) ESPORTS IN SOUTH KOREA From PC Bangs to World Championships, South Korea holds a prominent and pioneering position in the world of esports. In 2000, South Korea established the Korean eSports Association (KeSPA), becoming one of the first countries ever to recognize…
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Most Popular Mobile Games in South Korea
Writer: Pragyanshree Mishra (Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India) Editor: Khushi Vaid (Delhi, India) The gaming culture in South Korea is so vast that nearly every street has a PC café, and E-sports is an official event with a well-developed career in it. At a time when mobile games are gaining popularity, the gaming companies are also evolving….
5 Supernatural Creatures In Korean Folkore
Writer: Bhavika Sachan (Delhi, India) Editor: Prachi Vaid (Delhi, India) Korean mythology comprises folk tales and legends from various regions of North and South Korea that have become an integral part of Korean culture. It is a combination of local traditions and influences from religions such as Korean Shamanism, Buddhism, Taoism, and Confucianism. The earliest…
5 Places You Must Visit in Tongyeong
Writer: Shivani Singh Chhaunkar (Delhi, India) Editor: Arpita Jena (Baripada, Odisha, India) Tongyeong has a lot to offer to travel enthusiasts. It is a coastal city which is located in the South Gyeongsang province of South Korea. It has historical and cultural significance, and it still holds importance due to its rich maritime history. Picture…
5 Places You Must Visit in Mokpo
Writer: Subhangi Namhata (Pune, Maharashtra, India) Editor: Prachi Vaid (New Delhi, India) CITY OF MOKPO Situated along the scenic beauty of the country, the South Korean city of Mokpo offers a blend of culture and history that leaves everyone with memories to hold onto. Tourists are drawn to Mokpo due to its historical significance and…
5 Korean Historical Movies You Must Watch
Writer: Lavanya Sukumaran (Vadodara, Gujarat, India) Editor: Arpita Jena (Baripada, Odisha, India) This article features carefully chosen must-watch historical Korean films, which will surely take you all on a captivating journey through historical times. These films are the best combination of compelling stories and fascinating settings of culture. The filmmakers, because of their great cinematographic…
K-Drama Review: Twinkling Watermelon
Writer: Mansi Bisht (Delhi, India) Editor: Arpita Jena (Baripada, Odisha, India) “Life is filled with all kinds of metaphors. Interpretation is solely up to the receiver. There are no right answers. Viva la vida. Long Live Life!” This quote from Twinkling Watermelon speaks a lot to me when I think of this drama. Picture Credit:…
Best K-Dramas Adapted From Webtoons
Writer: Pragyanshree Mishra (Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India) Editor: Ankita Panda (Kolkata, West Bengal, India) K-Dramas have become a worldwide phenomenon and have garnered a global audience. Fans watch them for their amazing storylines, dazzling star casts, and plots that keep one hooked until the very end. K-Dramas based on Webtoons (episodic digital comics) gained popularity in…
THE THREE KINGDOMS OF KOREA
Writer: Chhavi Sharma (Surat, Gujarat, India) Editor: Arpita Jena ( Baripada, Odisha, India) Just as the topic says, the three Kingdoms are an acronym for the three kingdoms (57 BC—668 AD), namely Goguryeo, Baekje, and Silla, which were formed by controlling the peninsula and Manchuria until the consolidation of Silla in 676 AD. In 698,…
5 Places You Must-Visit in Pyeongchang
Writer: Priya Pailkar (Dombivli, Maharashtra, India) Editor: Divya Sonawane (Pune, Maharashtra, India) Pyeongchang, located in the Taebaek Mountains of South Korea’s Gangwon-do Province, is known as the birthplace of Korean skiing and is often called the “Alps of Korea.” It’s a go-to destination for winter sports and famously hosted the 2018 PyeongChang Winter Olympic Games….