Written by: Divyanshi Gaur, Mumbai, Maharashtra Edited by: Khushi Vaid, Delhi Gwangju, situated in the heart of South Korea, is a city that seamlessly mixes tradition with modernity, offering tourists remarkable and enriching experiences. It is the 6th largest city in South Korea and has also played a significant role in the history of Korea’s…
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5 Places You Must Visit in Daegu
Bandita Das, Orang, Assam Daegu ~ Where tradition meets modernity in a vibrant embrace. South Korea has always been a tourist-friendly country because of its beautiful culture, food and of course, the globally renowned K-pop and K-drama. It is a country that has the world’s fastest growing and busiest cities, among which Daegu stands out…
Gangwon 2024: Winter Youth Olympics
Anisha Nath (Kolkata, West Bengal) and Priyanka Padala (Hyderabad, Telangana) Grow Together, Shine Forever The 4th Winter Youth Olympics Games took place in Gangwon province of South Korea between 19th January and 1st February 2024. The province was also the home of the previously-held Olympic Winter Games Pyeonchang in 2018. The events mainly took place…
Age Counting Systems in South Korea: Unification Efforts, Confusion, and Implications
Nikhat Parveen, Delhi In South Korea, age calculation is complex, involving multiple systems that can lead to confusion. The country employs three different age-counting systems: the traditional Korean age system, the legal International Age system, and the Calendar Age system used for specific purposes. Each system has its way of determining a person’s age, resulting…
K-Restaurant Review: Hanok Korean Kitchen, Delhi
Hanok Korean Kitchen, located in bustling alleys of Majnu Ka Tila, Delhi, offers authentic Korean cuisine in a traditional Hanok-themed setting. Reviewed by Hallyuism team members, the restaurant impressed with picturesque interiors and a variety of dishes. Their quick service and flavorful offerings like Kimchi Kimbap, Dak Galbi, and Veg. Tteokbokki earned high ratings, making it a must-visit for Korean food enthusiasts.
5 Buddhist Temples you must visit in South Korea
Deena Jasmine, Mudigere, Chikmagluru, Karnataka South Korea, from its rich cultural heritage to its breathtaking landscapes, is heaven for travellers. While also seeking spiritual enlightenment surrounded by bustling cities and an abundance of Buddhist Temples and their unique charm and significance. Let’s explore the five must-visit Buddhist Temples in South Korea, where you can immerse…
K-Book Review: The Power of Nunchi by Euny Hong
Nikhat Parveen, Delhi ‘Don’t put yourself in someone else’s shoes but move. Perch yourself in a different part of the room, like cat.’ Nunchi, sometimes noonchi (눈치), is a Korean concept signifying the subtle art and ability to listen and gauge others’ moods. There are unwritten rules and subtle cues in voice, intonation, body language,…
K-Webtoon Review: Ghost Teller – Humans Are The Scariest
Sameen Murtaza, Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh Ghost Teller is a horror webtoon created by QTT. It’s an official English translation that started in 2018 and concluded on July 25th, 2020. We have all heard stories from humans, but now let’s hear from the ghosts themselves! Changing from conventional storytelling, we see ghosts talking about how cruel…
KALEIDOSCOPIC VIEW OF KOREAN FESTIVALS
Anuja Vijayan, Kolkata, West Bengal South Korea is a fascinating country with plenty of reasons for celebrations, whether it’s about food, nature, historic events, or the changing seasons. Beautiful displays, major ceremonies, and traditional dressing up are all part of their celebrations. Aside from its great addicting K-Pop melodies, K-Drama series, movies, and delectable foods,…
K-Webtoon Review: Dr. Frost: The Psychological Detective
Sameen Murtaza, Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh Dr. Frost is a webtoon written and illustrated by Lee Jong-beom. It is a psychological thriller that follows our protagonist, Baek Nam-bong popularly known as Dr. Frost, who is a bartender and psychologist. While most of us are taught that humans are unique, however, Dr. Frost believes that humans are…