Nikhat Parveen, New Delhi “Human Beings are a product of their Education, after all” – Almond ‘Almond’ is a young adult fiction masterpiece written by Won Pyung-sohn which was originally published in 2017, and was distributed by Changbi Publishers. In 2020, it was published in English by HarperVa. ‘Almond’ was translated into English by Sandy…
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7 Reasons to Visit Seoul
Pratyusha Dash, Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh From swoon-worthy scenery, to kimchilicious food, 7 reasons why Seoul should be your next travel destination! A blast from the past on the streets of the present Along with the modern streets bustling with futuristic innovations, there are many historical gems that you can easily find all around Seoul….
KOREAN CULTURE AS SOFT POWER
Abhishek Sharma, Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh The term soft power was coined by US scholar Joseph Nye in the 1980s, which meant the ability of a country to persuade or co-opt others to do what it wants without force or coercion. It was just another way to look at the idea of influencing states in the…
An Insight into the Korean Education System
Ishika Gupta, New Delhi South Korea is the most educated country in the world with a high literacy rate. South Korea is also one of the top-performing OECD countries in reading literacy, mathematics and sciences with the average student scoring about 519, compared with the OECD average of 493, placing it ninth in the world. Korean people have schools from 7 am…
K-Interview with Bang Tan Shefs; India’s first BTS-themed Korean and Multi-cuisine Cafe-Restaurant
Jasmine Khan, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh Bang Tan Shefs Cafe-Restaurant is a pretty well-known name for hanging out and enjoying Korean delicacies among BTS’ Indian ARMY and K-Pop and K-culture fans since quite some time. Located in Mumbai, India; this BTS-themed Korean and Multi-cuisine Restaurant is one of its kind; that offers their visitors unique experiences…
Journey of Korean Fashion: Morals weaved in utilities
Nehal Tambe, Mumbai, Maharashtra: In today’s world, where South Korea stands as a leader in pop culture & entertainment and has a secondary influence on fashion, known on one side for clothing with simplicity and class; and on the other side with quirky, vibrant popular culture inspired fashion trends. If we take a closer look, we might be able to trace the fading threads weaved to the journey and transition of the clothing styles of ancient Korea to the fashion trends of modern Korea.
K-Interview: Youtuber and Vlogger Ellie Jones
Sanskriti Pun, New Delhi: Ellie Jones is a UK based YouTuber who makes vlogs about South Korea which includes exploring different cities, her lifestyle, and much more. Her videos have a fun vibe to match which is suitable for any age group. She has also travelled many countries in Europe in her van and has videos on it too. Here is an excerpt of her interview with Hallyuism:
K-Interview: Korean Language Instructor and YouTuber Era Kaundal
Khushi Vaid, New Delhi: Era Kaundal is a professional Korean Language Teacher and a YouTuber based in India. She has been learning Korean language since 5 years and has helped her students to connect with the culture and practices of South Korea using a Korean perspective that she has developed over years of study. Era has completed 2 years of Korean Language Diploma from Delhi University and 1 year of Advanced level studies from the Korean Cultural Center. She has been teaching Korean for 2 years on various popular platforms and has taught more than 1500 students. She also loves creating video content on social media about Korean culture and language. Let’s take a look at her conversation to know more about her journey.
South Korea’s Most Loved Store: DAISO
Smriti Lakra, Guna, Madhya Pradesh: Do you remember the cute plushies from the K-Dramas or the beautifully printed plates or floral printed mugs with intricate designs, attractive stationeries, and much more? South Korea has always been known for its cute, attractive, and unique products. But, have you ever wondered where do the Koreans shop for them? Well, one of these places is DAISO, which is also one of the most loved stores by South Korean people. Click to read the article to know more about Daiso Store:
Affordable Goshiwon in Seoul
Tahoor Charfare, Pune, Maharashtra: Want a well-equipped room for your stay in Seoul but scared of the high rates of accommodation? Then Goshiwons are the right option for you! Goshiwon or Goshitel are affordable renting accommodations for students and tourists in South Korea. Goshiwon is a small furnished room that comes with essentials such as desks, beds, small fridges, bathrooms, and sometimes, a T.V.