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It's already time to wrap up the year. The New Year is coming up in a week. Many people go on a sunrise trip to start the year with a new mindset. As the saying goes, "If you make a wish while looking at the sun rising on the first day of the new year, it will come true," a large number of people gather every year. Then, where should I go to enjoy the proper sunrise in Korea? Today, I will introduce five of the best sunrise spots in Korea. Sunrise attractions in Korea 5  Jeongdongjin Beach Jeongdongjin Beach in Gangwon-do. This is a tourist attraction that has become famous as a filming location for the drama "Sandglass". Like the title of the world's closest train station to the sea, the red sun rising over the coastline is spectacular. Seongsan Ilchulbong Seongsan Ilchulbong Peak is a World Natural Heritage Site and a natural monument where you can see the formation process of Jeju Island, a volcanic island. The height is 182m and the crater is about 600m ...

 What are the images that foreigners think of when they think of Korean food? Of course, these foods, such as bulgogi, bibimbap, and kimchi stew, are also popular, but these days, menus such as chicken, tteokbokki, and pork belly are also gaining huge popularity due to the K-food craze. Today, I will introduce seven traditional and Korean dishes among them. What is Korean Traditional Foods ? Kimchi Kimchi is a traditional Korean fermented food and a kind of cooking style. Food fermented with various vegetables such as radish, cabbage, cucumber, etc. salted and seasoned.  A food that is seasoned with vegetables that are pickled in salt water and fermented to enhance storage. Without any modifier, "Kimchi" refers to southern cabbage kimchi, which is red with red pepper powder, and is the most famous in the world. Bibimbap Bibimbap is a traditional Korean dish that is mixed with various vegetables and soy sauce in rice, and today, it is preferred to add meat together. There are ...

 Located in the midwestern part of the Korean Peninsula and the northernmost part of South Korea, it is a metropolitan government of South Korea that forms the metropolitan area along with Seoul and Gyeonggi Province. Incheon Metropolitan City has a slightly fishy sea scent. It is a place where tourism in inland and coastal areas has been developed by making good use of geographical features. Representative marine tourist attractions include Eulwang-ri Beach and Wolmido Island, which has a cultural distance, and Chinatown, called a small China in Korea, is also considered as a travel destination in Incheon. In addition, there are many historical relics scattered throughout Incheon, so it is good to take a travel course under the theme of history. Songwol-dong Fairy Tale Village As a residential environment improvement project in 2013, Songwol-dong Donghwa Village colored the entire village with the theme of world masterpiece fairy tales and installed sculptures. With the creation o...

When the weather gets chilly, I miss a cup of warm tea. The tea I enjoy drinking these days is barley tea, which has an excellent savory taste. It reminds me of the memories of boiling and drinking a kettle at home when I was young, and it's even better because it's a tea that I can feel affection in many ways. The tea bag barley tea sold on the market is also delicious, but I want to drink it more deliciously, so I bought organic barley at the mart, stir-fry it, and boil it. Today, I will introduce the effectiveness of barley and how to make barley tea. Barley Barley is a beloved grain not only in our country but also all over the world. You can put it in when you cook rice, make tea, make it with malt, and drink it with alcohol such as beer and whiskey. However, despite the fact that there are so many uses, I don't think I have many opportunities to encounter barley other than barley tea. Should I say that you should eat barley rice to feel like you're exposed to barl...

What is the Dongji Dongji is the 22nd season of the 24th season, and it is a holiday to eat red bean porridge. It's the shortest day of the year and the longest night of the year. It is said that people chased the evil spirits by picking red bean porridge on winter solstice to chase away the plague ghosts. Comrades and Food When the winter solstice falls on the first day of the winter solstice, it is called Aedongji, Jungdongji, and Laborji on the eve of the winter solstice. In Aedongji, I steamed and ate steamed red bean rice cake instead of red bean porridge, but these days, I eat red bean porridge regardless of whether I am picky or not. When you pick red bean porridge, you first serve your ancestral rites at the shrine, then scoop a bowl of it in the room, jangdok, and barn, and sprinkle porridge on the gate or wall while saying, "Cartoon!" It is a ritual to chase away evil spirits with red bean porridge, but on the other hand, it is to consider animals that lack food...

 Have you ever heard of the word "gourmet trip"? This activity, called restaurant tour or restaurant tour, is popular not only abroad but also in Korea these days. It has become a new trend on social media, boasting numerous hashtags and posts. Then, what are the list of restaurants around the country that are loved by Koreans? Please refer to that and have a delicious meal.  Famous restaurants in Seoul BEST 5 MyeongdongKyoja This is a traditional restaurant that boasts a consistent taste since its opening in 1966. The menu is simple, but it's a delicacy, so I'm satisfied with anything I order. First of all, the signature menu, kalguksu, is a fantastic combination of thick chicken stock with soft noodles and fiery garnish. The soup itself is so rich that it's delicious even if you put rice in it, and it's icing on the cake with fresh kimchi. Bibim-guksu also has a spicy, sweet, and sour sauce that stimulates your appetite. But it's spicy, so please refer t...

The weather has gotten a lot colder, but you can't miss the trip with your loved ones. In January, when the new year begins, where can I make happy memories with precious people? Here are five good places to visit in Korea this winter. A place to visit in January in Korea Travel Destinations 1. Pocheon Herb Island Light Fairy Tale Festival  Pocheon Herb Island holds the Light Fairy Tale Festival from November to April every year. This place is more beautiful at night than at day, and thanks to the colorful lights, I feel like I'm in a fairy tale world. In addition, it is full of various attractions such as the Santa Village Experience Center, Dinosaur Village, and Flower Garden. from. pocheon herb island page 2. Pyeongchang Daegwallyeong Snow Flower Festival A large-scale festival with the theme of snow and ice is held every year in Hoenggye-ri, Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do. The event will run until February 7 next year, and there are various programs such as trout fishing, snow...

The weather has suddenly gotten cold, and the cold weather has lasted for a long time. Gas and electricity bills have risen a lot, so you must be worried about heating bills. I will introduce you to how to spend warm winter while saving heating costs. Indoor proper temperature The proper temperature indoors in winter is 20 to 22 degrees. However, the proper indoor temperature in winter recommended by the Korea Energy Agency is 18-20 degrees. 18 to 20 degrees Celsius may make you feel a little cool, but if it's too high, you can't avoid dryness. Therefore, dressing warmly and maintaining proper temperature and humidity can be good for your health. Indoor proper humidity The proper indoor humidity in winter is 40-60%.  If you want to know the exact humidity, it is also recommended to have a hygrometer. In the case of hygrometers on the market these days, digital numbers accurately indicate temperature and humidity. This is because the importance of maintaining proper humidity in ...