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A Visit to Jeonju and Korea’s Largest Hanok Village: Things to Do & Travel Guide
For my trip to Korea, Jeonju really stood out as a place to visit for its beautiful old town or hanok village, which is the largest in the country. It is a lovely as laid-back city and I enjoyed spending the day there. It makes an excellent day trip from Seoul!
A Brief History of Jeonju
The history of Jeonju officially goes back tens of thousands of years and started as a small town during the Silla kingdom. In more recently millennia, the city had already been established and growing by the 7th-9th centuries. But the history of Jeonju as … Continue reading
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Stepping into Korea’s Past in Gyeongju: Things to Do & Travel Guide
With its ancient history, Gyeongju was a place I put on my list for my first trip to South Korea. It did not disappoint! As a day trip, it was a bit of a long day, but it was lovely to see so many beautiful places and explore another side of Korea. It was one of my favorite places I visited on my trip!
A Brief History of Gyeongju
One of the main draws of Gyeongju is its incredibly rich history. It was under Silla rule, which reigned all the way from 57 BC to 935 AD, and what’s remarkable … Continue reading
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A Look at Seoul, the Soul of South Korea: Things to Do & Travel Guide
For my first trip to Korea, Seoul was obviously my first stop. The country’s lively capital is a place not to be missed whether you love history or living in the modern era. It’s such a lovely city!
A Brief History of Seoul
On the outside, Seoul is a modern marvel but it has such a long and rich history. The area of Seoul has been inhabited for thousands of years and it got its start as a central city early. A few years BC, the area was a place called Baekje and it’s believed that their capital of 500 … Continue reading
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