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Ancient Burial Sites: The Dolmens of Korea

Ancient Burial Sites: The Dolmens of Korea
by Papa Sparks on October 25, 2009 in Asia & Pacific

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.

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Haengjusanseong: The Apron Fortress

Haengjusanseong: The Apron Fortress
by Papa Sparks on October 20, 2009 in Asia & Pacific

A mountain fortress in Seoul that was named after a woman’s apron.

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Shop Til You Drop

Shop Til You Drop
by Papa Sparks on March 2, 2009 in Asia & Pacific

Shopping in Seoul, South Korea.

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After Service

After Service
by Papa Sparks on February 25, 2009 in Asia & Pacific

When something goes on the blink in South Korea don’t panic! There’s always after service.

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Seoul Foreigners’ Cemetery: A Quiet Stroll Through History

Seoul Foreigners’ Cemetery: A Quiet Stroll Through History
by Papa Sparks on December 17, 2008 in Asia & Pacific

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.

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Namhansanseong Fortress: South Korea’s “Great Wall”

Namhansanseong Fortress: South Korea’s “Great Wall”
by Papa Sparks on December 14, 2008 in Asia & Pacific

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.

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South Korea and Its Culture 1

South Korea and Its Culture 1
by lucky13 on September 24, 2008 in Asia & Pacific

Seoul and culture description of south Korea.

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South Korea Famous Places

South Korea Famous Places
by theking5005 on August 26, 2008 in Asia & Pacific

Famous places in South Korea.

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Diverse New Year’s Celebrations Around the World

Diverse New Year’s Celebrations Around the World
by CHAN LEE PENG on January 3, 2008 in Luxury Travel

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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