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Ancient Burial Sites: The Dolmens of Korea
Dolmens are found throughout the world in Asia, Europe, and North Africa; however, Korea has the greatest number of dolmens in the world. Indeed, Korea is home to approximately 30,000 of these tombs (including about 3,000 found in North Korea) or about 50 percent of the total number of dolmens in the world.
Haengjusanseong: The Apron Fortress
A mountain fortress in Seoul that was named after a woman’s apron.
After Service
When something goes on the blink in South Korea don’t panic! There’s always after service.
Seoul Foreigners’ Cemetery: A Quiet Stroll Through History
On a wooded knoll overlooking the Han River in northwestern Seoul, the history of the foreign presence in Korea has quietly marked its time through the ages.
Namhansanseong Fortress: South Korea’s “Great Wall”
Winding sinuously around Mt. Namhan and its foothills, the nine-kilometer long, three-to-seven-meter high wall of Namhansansong Fortress might not measure up to China’s “Great Wall,” but it’s just as impressive due to its historical significance and natural beauty.
Diverse New Year’s Celebrations Around the World
People all around the world celebrate the arrival of New Year with full of spirit, excitement and joyful in the hope for a better NEW YEAR after biding farewell to the past year.
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