KOREA TRAVEL
Explore Korea, one question at a time
From getting into the city to choosing a market dish, browse Korea guides connected to official information and travel videos.
Based on a YouTube videoCultureInsadong Souvenirs: Choosing by Taste Instead of Just 'Korean Style'Based on craft alleys and official guidance from Expedia videos, find the right souvenir for you among ceramics, stationery, paintings, and tea.
Based on a YouTube videoFoodThe 'Kal' in Kalguksu Means a Real Knife: Watching Noodles Being Made at Gwangjang MarketFollow the dough-rolling and knife-slicing process in the Mark Wiens video to learn about the name, noodles, and broth differences of kalguksu.Based on a YouTube videoFoodKorean Street Food Sundae: Understanding the Ingredients Makes It EasyStarting from a sundae display scene in a Gwangjang Market video, this guide calmly explains the basic ingredients, how to eat it, and regional accompaniments.Based on a YouTube videoFoodWhat is Gwangjang Market Bindaetteok Made Of? From the Millstone to the Iron GriddleFollowing the mung bean batter and iron griddle cooking scenes in Mark Wiens's video to understand the ingredients and texture of bindaetteok.Based on a YouTube videoFoodDo Kimchi Mandu Contain Meat? The Trap of Relying Only on Names When Ordering DumplingsBased on the kimchi and meat mandu scenes from the Gwangjang Market video, this guide explains how to check dumpling fillings and cooking methods before ordering.Based on a YouTube videoMarketsNamdaemun Market Shopping: How Not to Get Lost in the Wide AlleysBased on the market scenery from Expedia's video and official product guides, we introduce how to explore Namdaemun Market by deciding on what you want to buy first.Based on a YouTube videoMarketsIs Gwangjang Market Just About Food? The Real Scale Beyond the VideoStarting from Mark Wiens' food video, we explore the many faces of Gwangjang Market, including hanbok fabrics, clothing, and market alleys.Based on a YouTube videoSeoul sightsBongeunsa Temple Next to COEX: Where Seoul's Pace Suddenly ShiftsExperience the history of Bongeunsa, nestled beside skyscrapers and shopping spaces, and the atmosphere to look for when visiting the temple through video.Based on a YouTube videoSeoul sightsFirst Visit to the National Museum of Korea: Why You Don't Need to See EverythingTo keep from getting overwhelmed by the vast exhibitions, we suggest picking one era or material to understand shifts in Korean culture.Based on a YouTube videoSeoul sightsWar Memorial of Korea: The Way We Remember, Before Looking at Large WeaponsGain a balanced understanding of the War Memorial of Korea by viewing the outdoor equipment, indoor historical records, and the Statue of Brothers together.Based on a YouTube videoSeoul sightsNamsangol Hanok Village: What Seoul's Social History Looks Like When Comparing Five Traditional HousesBased on the Hanok scenery in the Expedia video, we explore how homes of different social statuses and roles reveal distinct aspects of life.Based on a YouTube videoSeoul sightsWhy Are There Both Traditional Hanok and Western-Style Buildings in Deoksugung Palace?Following the different architectural styles of Deoksugung Palace captured in an Expedia video, we explore how the transformation of the Korean Empire left its mark on the space.Based on a YouTube videoSeoul sightsGwanghwamun Square and Gyeongbokgung Palace: The Heart of Seoul Connected in a Single FrameFrom the Statue of King Sejong to Gwanghwamun Gate and Gyeongbokgung Palace, we explore a short, dense route where a modern public square connects with a Joseon Dynasty royal palace.Based on a YouTube videoSeoul sightsBanpo Moonlight Rainbow Fountain: Preparing to Meet a Movie-Like NightA guide on how to approach operating periods, weather, and viewing spots to fully enjoy the Han River night scenery and fountain show together.Based on a YouTube videoSeoul sightsWhy Changdeokgung Palace Feels So Comfortable: A Palace Following the TerrainRead about Changdeokgung Palace's layout, which follows natural terrain rather than rigid axes, along with the mood of its rear garden, accompanied by video scenes.Based on a YouTube videoSeoul sightsFirst Visit to Gyeongbokgung: Where to Look After Passing Gwanghwamun GateBased on the Expedia Seoul video and official resources, we introduce an initial viewing route that captures Gyeongbokgung's gates, royal halls, and mountain backdrop.Based on a YouTube videoSeoul sightsNamsan Seoul Tower: The Seoul Scenery to See Before the ObservatoryFollowing the Namsan scenes from the Expedia video, we explore the walk, the tower, and the observatory as distinct experiences.