Nonsan Strawberry Festival March 20 - 24

March 14, 2019 Local Information Provider for Foreigners in Korea Volume 18, lssue 21

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2019 EVERLAND TULIP FESTIVAL March 16 - April 28

by Lee, Sangbae Korea Culture News

Everland proudly presents 2019 Tulip Festival which will be held from March 16 to April 28 announcing the prelude of spring. 1.2 million of spring flowers including daffodils and muskari will be lighting up all over the place in Everland. Everland has been preparing the Tulip Festival from November last year while planting Tulip bulbs in the Four Seasons Garden So they can be in full bloom at the right time of spring this year. They also extended opening hours until 9 pm. Please visit their official website for more information. (www.everland.com)

>> Magical Tulip Garden Four Seasons Gardens will be replaced by the main venue of Magical Tulip Garden and it will be the Everland's most representative character Lara's fairytale town. The Magical Tulip Garden with full of colorful tulips will have a total of six themed zones including flower house, cafe, zoo, garden and more following the storyline of character. In particular, they provide various type of experiences such as 5 meters high fire balloon, 3 meters high sculptures like big flower and teapot. The Marche Aux Fleurs Garden, European concept flower market, has photo spots available and you can also purchase tulip flowerpot at the flower boutique. >> Outdoor Performance There will be plenty of performances to enjoy along with the Tulip Festival. In the garden area including the Four Seasons Gar- den and the Global Fair, more than 20 characters such as flower fairies, bees and larvae from the spring time theme will be per- forming and having a photo time with the audience. The festival event will be held three to five times every day starting from the 16th. In addition, the fire- work show Leni's Fantasy World The Adventure will be held every night. The show includes own story, music, image, special effects and more. The Fantasy Carnival Parade, Panda Musical Rabao's Adventure, Moonlight Parade and more will be held starting from the 30th so don't miss these wonderful performances this year!

Official Website: www.everland.com Inquiries: 031-320-5000

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by Lee, Sangbae Korea Culture News

>> Haemee Castle Haemee Castle is the most completely preserved castle in Korea. The castle was built as the military center to prevent the invasion of Japan in the era of the Joseon Dynasty. It was also called as Taengja Castle because a lot of Taengja trees, thorny trifoliate orange trees, were planted around the castle in order to make the enemy's approach difficult. The -or ange trees with bushy leaves make the castle more beautiful.Haemee Castle was one of the filming locations for famous K-drama, ‘Mr. Sunshine’. This castle was also where Admiral Yi Sun-sin, most famous Korean naval commander of Joseon Dynasty, worked once. It is also a place of martyrdom that more than a thou- sand catholic believers were executed while suppressing Catholicism in the late Joseon Dynasty occurred. Korean traditional houses were renovated in the castle to make the atmosphere more like back in the days in Joseon era. Some teahouse and snack area are designed as Korean traditional houses. Hanbok, Korean traditional dress,is available for rentaland Korean traditional kites are available for sale at the site. There are demonstration of people cloth fulling, straw craft, yarn weaving in old style inside the traditional houses and Samulnori performance, Korean traditional performance in the open space. >> Haemee Castle 143, Nammun 2-ro, Haemi-myeon, Seosan-si, Chungcheongnam-do http://www.haemifest.com/

>> Gaesimsa Temple At Gaesimsa, you may deeply meditate and learn to open your heart as the name of the temple, Gaesim, is meant ‘Opening the heart’. Gaesimsa temple is one of the four major temples in Chungcheongnam-do and was built in 654, Baekje era. Only the stylobate of Daeungbojeon, the main building of the temple, is remained from Baekje era and designated as Treasure No. 143. Other parts of the building werede- stroyed by fire in the year 1475 and the building was rebuilt in 1484 with Dapo style and Jusimpo style, architecture style of usingmany wooden parts supporting the roof above the pillarsin Joseon era. The method of the architecture is known to be not only stable but also visually beautiful. There is a five-story stone pagoda in front of Daeungbojeon and the wooden Amitabha buddha statue of Treasure No. 1619 is inside Daeungjeon. The pillars of the temple are curved as it came from nature is beautiful as it is and harmonious with the surrounding forest. The giant bell of the temple rings every morning bringing serene and calm atmosphere. >> Gaesimsa Temple 321-86, Gaesimsa-ro, Unsan-myeon, Seosan-si, Chungcheongnam-do 041-688-2256

>> Temple stay at Seogwang Temple Seogwangsa is a beautiful temple, decorated with lanterns every season. There are a variety of meditation programs available at Temple Stay in Seogwangsa. Lis- tening to the early morning drums beating and the bells ringing in the silent temple surrounded by forests and meditating with music or walk in nature, it will be a good opportunity to have a time to look back and meditate one’s self fully. There is also a special event to welcome the New Year at the temple stay on the last day of 2018 and the new year. >> Seogwangsa 1 day temple stay:Adult 60,000won Reservation: https://www.templestay.com/temple_info.asp?t_id=seogwangsa 44, Buchunsan 1-ro, Seosan-si, Chungcheongnam-do 041-664-2001 March 14, 2019 Page 5

>> Yoogibang Korean traditional house Yoogibang Korean traditional house has been the home of the Yoo family since Joseon era. The house was built in 1949against the backdrop of a low hill full of pine trees. As the house is from the Japanese colonial period, it is historically valuableenough to be designated as one of the folklore materials, No. 23. The house consists of a main building, or Anchae, the outer quarters, or Baccatchae, an annex, or Byeolchae. There are eight rooms available for the Korean traditional house stay.The house also runs Korean traditional restaurant as well. You can have Korean traditional painting lessons at the site as well. The house provides the place to educate traditional folk paintings to contribute to the development of traditional culture arts inheritance. Under the guidance of Painter Kim Dong-hak, the house runs a folk painting experiment center for students. You will get to learn Korean traditional painting works. In the spring, the daffodils festival is held, and the pine forest trail is well-managed and open to visitors. >> Yoogibang Korean traditional house 72-10, Imunan-gil, Unsan-myeon, Seosan-si, Chungcheongnam-do 041-663-4326

>> Selimjeong, the Korean traditional food restaurant The Korean traditional food restaurant, Selimjeong specializes Korean beef dishes and other Korean specialties. There is also a special menu for the Pope, specially prepared for Pope Francis when he visited Korea last time. The course of the special menu starts with a fusion style appetizer and mung dish. And,seafood dishes like assorted seafood stir-fry, sashimi, seafood grill and stew, bulgogi with side dishes are followed for main dishes. All the menu are made withSeosan’sagricultural and marine products. >> Selimjeong 59, Yulji 19-gil, Seosan-si, Chungcheongnam-do http://selimjeong.damoaweb.net/ 041-666-0072

>> Bird Land Birdland was built to systematically preserve, manage and revitalize ecotourism of- Cheonsoo Bay in Seosan, thehabitat for migratory birds from all over the world. There are two large artificial lakes in Cheonsoo Bay made after its reclamation. Cheonsoo Bay is op- timal habitat for migratory birds since it is desolate, has a variety of fishes in the lakes, reed forest providingcozy shelter. Many migratory birds such as big wild goose, spectacled teals, yellow beak spoonbills, whooper swans and yellow beak spoonbills come to Cheonsoo Bay and Birdland offers great amount of information about the migratory birds of over 200 species including various specimens, exhibitions, and video materials. In addition to the Migratory Bird Museum, there are bird zoo and maze gardens available for a variety of ecological experiences. >> Bird Land Admission: Adult 3000won 655-73, Cheonsuman-ro, Buseok-myeon, Seosan-si, Chungcheongnam-do http://www.seosanbirdland.kr/

>> Dongbu Market, Fresh seafood market Dongbu market is located in the middle of Seosan City and famous for fresh seafood, especially fresh shrimps and crabs in autumn and winter. Being very close to the West Sea and a lot of harbors and ports in the vicinity is the key to boast fresh seafood. >> SeosanDongbu Market http://www.seosanmarket.co.kr/ 5-6 Sijang3-gil Seosan-si, Chungcheongnam-do

>> Yeomi Gallery and Cafe Yeomi Gallery and Café is located at the opposite side of Yoogibang Korean traditional house. The gallery continuously opens exhibitions and displays the works of the artists. In the café, there are many books for the customers to enjoy. At the Living Culture Center, you can experience and learn about pottery crafts and design. >> Yeomi Gallery and Café 112, Unjeong-ro, Unsan-myeon, Seosan-si, Chungcheongnam-do 041-667-7344 >> Department of Seosan Culture and Tour www.seosan.go.kr/tour/index.do Page 6 Advertisement March 14, 2019 March 14, 2019 Advertisement Page 7 Page 8 March 14, 2019

by Lee, Jinyoung Korea Culture News

For those who think of visiting Yeoncheon for a day trip, Peace Train DMZ is highly recommend! The departure of this train is a total of five station; Seoul, Cheong- nyangri, Uijeongbu, Dongducheon and Soyosan Station. The fare of DMZ train with a affiliated bus voucher is around 30,600 to 35,000 won for adults and 25,900 to 29,000 won for children. Based on the route departs from Seoul Station, it departs at 9:35 am and after the sightseeing at Yeongcheon people should get on the train by 5:19 pm at Yeongcheon Station to get back Seoul Station by 7:20 pm. Professional commentator will be on the train providing detailed information of each place so it will make your trip more meaningful while learning new things that you'd be interested in. Taepung Observatory where you can look over the region of North Korea at the nearest distance, Jeongokseonsa Museum that you can Yeoncheon take a historical trip back to Old Stone Age, Jane Waterfall created by the prehistoric age's volcanic activity, Hantan River Cultural Hall which shows the process of Hantan River and more are all you can ex- plore during the trip. The train will stop by the certain place for photo taking and explor- Dream Tour ing so you will have extra time to enjoy yourself at each station. Why not setting the plan for a day trip to Yeoncheon by the Peace Train DMZ this weekend?

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2019 Starlight Cherry Blossom Festival March 23 - April 7 @ E World Daegu

by Lee, Jinyoung Korea Culture News

E World's Starlight Cherry Blossom Festival is where you can enjoy amusement park rides and flowers at the same time. This is the earliest cherry blossom festival held as well as the largest national cherry blossom festival you can enjoy at night time. Daegu Theme Park 'E World' and the all region of 83 Tow- er shares cherry blossom trees which is three times greater than that of Yoonjung-ro, Yeoido. You can enjoy cherry blossoms filled with in 120,000 pyeo- ng and the new ride 'Sky Drop' which drops at 103m at the highest level in Korea. The 8th E World's Cherry Blossom Festival is the one and only cherry blossom festival in the nation where you can enjoy more than 30 kinds of ride surrounding the view of cherry blossoms. In addition, Oktoberfest: the beer festival will be held to satisfy you more!

[Major Events]

Cherry Blossom Festival Opening Ceremony Sky Drop Opening Ceremony New Character Bibi & Popo Ceremony

Official Website: www.eworld.kr Inquiries: 053-620-0001 March 14, 2019 Page 11

Must-stop Restaurant of Pyeongtaek Traditional Indian Restaurant ‘The MotiMahal’

‘The MotiMahal’, one of Pyeongtaek’s best Indian restaurants, is located next to the main gate of USAG Humphreys. Motimahal means ‘a pearl palace’ in Hindu and this restaurant is an authentic restaurant of Northern India. Opened in 2007, local chefs offer a variety of Curry and Tandoori dishes with natural spices.

Representative Dishes of India Curry and Tandoori Chicken are considered as the representative dishes of India. Curry is a mixture of spices such as turmeric, which is known as preventing cancer and dementia and protecting stomach and intestines. Naan is a loaf of wheat bread which is a staple food of India such as Jjapati and Loti. Tandoori chicken is a dish that cooks in a cylindri- cal oven made of clay after marinating overnight with Indian spices. It is a traditional dish of Punjab area and everyone enjoy eating this dish throughout the entire area of India.

Indian Restaurant for Koreans Most of the Indian restaurants are packed in front of Camp Humphreys and Osan Air Base. Motimahal has been devel- oping recipes for non-Indian, so people who are reluctant to strong flavor of Indian food can also feel free to try and eat.

Taste of Motimahal The menu here has largely composed of Curry, Barbecue, and Indian fried rice ‘Biryani’. There is also a set menu or a lunch menu for you to enjoy a variety of food at a reasonable price. The most popular menus are Curry and Tandoori chicken with a selection of chicken, lamb, vegetables and shrimp. Makni with tender chicken or lamb is really good dish to try. The chef here has worked not only in India but also other countries such as Japan, Russia and Dubai, there- fore chef can make any dishes as the way of customers’ de- sire. If you want a strong taste you are welcomed to request when ordering. If you order Curry, you can choose additional Thai rice or Naan. There are five flavors of Naan according to your preference. Indian dumpling ‘Samosa’ and traditional Indian drink ‘Lassi’ are must to try. x

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by Lee, JinYoung Korea Culture News

The City of Seoul selected a total of fourteen places as the 2018 Seoul Future Heritage. Seoul Future Heritage stands for both tangible and intangible cultural heritages that are worth preserving for the future generations among the contemporary heritages of Seoul. The City of Seoul has been exploring the heritage of Seoul since 2013 and it was to concern and preserve the heritage that is worth conveying to our future generations.

•Baejae High School Appenzeller Memorial Hall (Godeok-dong)

•Sookmyung Women's High School Library (Dogok-dong)

Baejae High School Appenzeller Memorial Hall and Sookmyung Women's High School Library have been selected as the Future Heritage of Seoul because of their being evidence of Gangnam's development led by the government in 1970. Both buildings are built in 1920s which represents the modern and contemporary structure. At the time of its relocation, there were concerns about buildings being damaged due to the limits of architectural technology, but fortunately they have restored in a great condition.

•Metro Art Museum of Gyeongbok Palace Subway Station

Gyeongbok Palace Subway Station has been selected as the 5th of Seoul Future Heritage and 4th of Subway Station Historical Heritage. Currently the station has two sites of museum. Among them, Metro Art Museum is the one where it encourages citizens a cultural life by opening periodical exhibitions several times a year. Tourists frequently visit Gyeongbok Place Subway Station for attractions such as ancient Korean palaces, museum and more.

•Gyeongui-Line Forest Park •Namsan Seoul Tower

Gyeongui-Line Forest Park, evidence of the Japanese colonial era, has been selected as one of the Seoul Future Heritages. The park is locat- •Napoleon Confectionery Store ed between the Mapo-gu and Yongsan-gu in Seoul. Seoul's Landmark Namsan Tower and Na- It is a total of 6.3 km long where the train have poleon Confectionery Store also have selected passed during the Japanese colonial period. It as the 2018 Seoul Future Heritage. was also served as the route carrying major ma- These places have been loved by citizens of terials and at the same time the suburban rail- Seoul and visitors as well for ages. Namsan way after the opening of Seoul Station. Seoul Tower is the very first multi-broadcast This place used to be the railway a few decades tower in Korea which was built in 1975 and it ago, but now it has become a beautiful urban has been the symbol of Seoul City. For more information, forest park that citizens and people would like On the other hand, Napoleon Confection- please visit futureheritage. to visit for a walk. ery Store has been holding its spot for over 50 seoul.go.kr years since it was opened in 1968. Page 14 March 14, 2019

Min Sok Chon, Korean Folk Village Travel back into time of Joseon era

by Chung, Jongsoon Korea Culture News in traditional clothing cooking, harvesting buck- wheat, or adjusting straw on a thatched roof as performance. In this way, visitors are able to truly Min Sok Chon, Korean Folk Village, introduces get a feel for what it was like to live during the Jo- traditional culture from the late Joseon period to seon era. Craft workshop experience such as bam- both local and international visitors. Featuring boo ware, wooden utensils, pottery, traditional ancient architecture, age-old performances, and hand fan and brass ware, are available as well. hanbok-clad staff, Min Sok Chon in Yongin is a Special event, ‘The Play from Those Old Days’, folk village that is designed to transport visitors offers various activities to experience the old days back in time to the Korea’s dynastic days. in Korea. Costumed characters walking around Built to recreate dynasty-era life through both the village, Experience of Black and white picture, architecture and atmosphere, the complex is snacks from old time are available throughout the comprised of dozens of traditional buildings that complex. Special performances such as ‘The have been either relocated from various provinces Birthday Party of Village Governor’ will be held at around Korea or meticulously restored based on 4:30pm on every weekend. the findings of a thorough survey conducted In winter season, smelt ice fishing experience around the country. The structures include Ha- and snow sledding site is also open for both adults nok (Korean traditional houses) of both aristo- and children to enjoy. Amusement village pro- crats and commoners, Seowon and Seodang (ed- vides more variety and fun. There is an amuse- ucational institutions), Buddhist temples, and ment park with roller coasters, bumper car ride Gwana (provincial government offices). Even the and Viking ride. Themed exhibitions such as ‘The village streets are recreated in realistic description. horror of Ghost zone’ and ‘Legendary Hometown’ Audio guide is available in English at the informa- are great for horror mania. tion desk which allows for foreigners to enjoy and In addition, it offers a special discount on Free study exhibitions and events in detail. Pass tickets for the visitors who are born in March In addition to the various buildings, there are especially for this March; the ticket fee is 18,000 also several museums that offer a more in-depth won. ID card such as Passport or Certificate of look at different aspects of Korean heritage. Alien is required for the discount. Also, the visi- Among them include the Korean Folk Museum, tors wearing Hanbok (Korean traditional dress) which showcases the lifestyles of farming families are eligible for a special discount; Free Pass ticket during the late Joseon period, as well as a Pottery is 16,000 won for the visitors in Hanbok. Exhibition Hall and Mask Dance Exhibition Hall that spotlight the nation’s time-honored artforms. >> 90 Minsokchon-ro, Giheung-gu, Yongin-si, Gyeonggi-do There is a lot of tasty treats to enjoy inside the >> www.koreanfolk.co.kr complex. Bazaar, a centrally located marketplace >> Contact: 031-288-0000 features a number of vendors selling Korean fare >> Hours: Weekdays 9:30-18:00, Weekends 9:30-18:30 like Bibimbap (rice topped with marinated beef >> Admission Fees: Adults 20,000 won, Teenagers 17,000 and vegetables), Naegmyeon (cold noodles), Pa- won, Children 15,000 won jeon (green onion pancake), Makgeolli (rice wine) >> Free Pass Tickets: Adults 28,000 won, Teenagers and Yeot (Korean taffy), while the nearby tea 25,000 won, Children 22,000 won house serves up medicinal brews. Lively performances such as tightrope walking, mask dances, Nongak (traditional farmer’s music performances), martial art on horseback and traditional wedding reenactments appeal to tourists, yet Min Sok Chon doesn’t feel like any old tourist destination. In fact, it’s not unusual to see people March 14, 2019 Page 15

Notes from the Garrison

WHAT'S NEW? TIME: 1:30 p.m. mil/humphreys/index.php/about/Garrison/ which requires that the CIF be closed for all WHO: Everyone is invited. public-affairs/garr transactions (issues, turn-ins, or DX). Please ison-notes see attachment for more information. ▶ **NOTE: Please go to ▶ Digital Photography 101 WHAT'S NEW? **NOTE: Please go to https://home.army.mil/humphreys/index. DATE: March 16 https://www.army.mil/article/216374/ to view ▶ USAG Humphreys Holyday Services php/about/Garrison/public-affairs/garr ison- WHERE: USAG Humphreys Arts & Crafts all attachments. flyer attached. notes to view all attachments. Please see attachment for more information. ▶ Save the Date ▶ Army Senior Leaders Send - Don't be a ▶ Check out the new Garrison Website at What: USAG-H Quarterly Army Barracks Bystander home.army.mil/humphreys! ▶ Korean Culture Day, March 29 Management Program Meeting For the full article, please see attachment. DATE: March 29 Where: Van Fleet Conference Room, 8th ▶ Pay-As-You-Go bus schedule, March 15 TIME: 10:30 a.m. Army HQ, Bldg. 12400 ▶ Digital Photography 101 Please see attachment for the new Pay-As- WHERE: USO Humphreys Sentry Village Who: Barracks Management Teams WHEN: March 16 You-Go bus schedule; effective starting on WHAT: To provide free Korean Cooking When: May 7 WHERE: USAG Humphreys Arts & Crafts March 15. Class and Language Class to Humphreys Time: 3 - 4 p.m. Please see attachment for more Community. Please see attachment for This is your opportunity to bring up any information. ▶ BOSS volunteer opportunity, March 16 more information. issues you are having with barracks Come out and show your support for our management and upkeep and to gather ▶ Looking for Volunteers to teach English host community! ▶ Free Trip to Bear Tree Park, April 13 solutions from housing, DPW, maintenance Are you bored and have extra time to WHAT: The Ville - trash pickup This event is open to active duty service contractors and your peers. ABMP briefing is spare? DATE: March 16 members and their families, and required for all unit Commanders, Sergeants Why not teach English to local Korean TIME: 9:45 a.m. transportation and tickets will be provided. Majors, barracks managers and unit eMH students? No prerequisite required and the WHERE: Meet at the Humphreys Registration will open April 2at 9 a.m. account holders. times are flexible to meet your availability. To Pedestrian Gate (Walk-in gate) Register at USO Humphreys One Stop or register, please provide your email, contact Bring Korean won for lunch. For more USO Sentry Village. Please see attachment ▶ USAG-H Safety Gram: Don't slip up and phone number and available days and times information, please call DSN 757-1647. for more information. fall down on the job at [email protected] or call Please see attachment for more details. USAG-H Public Affairs Office at 0503-356- ▶ Workforce Town Hall, March 22 ▶ Amazing Race, April 13 1080. Please see attachment for more Workforce Town Hall, March 22 Please see attachment for more ▶ CIF Camp Humphreys 100% Inventory information. Come and cheer for the awardees! information. will begin April 8-19 To view additional entries and DATE: March 22 To view additional entries and There will be 100% inventory of Camp attachments, please visit https://www.army. WHERE: Morning Calm Center attachments, please visit https://home.army. Humphreys CIF that must be done annually, mil/article/216374/ x Page 16 March 14, 2019

Beautiful and Historically Valuable Korean Traditional Houses in Gangneung Home of great artists of Joseon

The Heo Gyun and Heo Nanseolheon Memorial Park

Full of scents of red apricot blossoms and green tea

by Chung, Jongsoon Korea Culture News

This winter was especially long. That’s why everyone is so ready and excited when the weather gets warmer. Colorful blossoms and its air sweetened with the fragrance of spring will let you know spring is finally here. The Heo Gyun and Heo Nanseol- heon Memorial Park in Gangneung is one of the most enchanting springtime destinations in Korea. There are full of red apricot trees inside the memorial park. Feel spring with scents of apricot blossoms and green tea while walking around the park. The Heo Gyun and Heo Nanseolheon Memorial Park, located at Chodang-dong, Gangneung, is a literature park to commemorate two famous artists of Joseon and brother/sister, Heo Gyun and Heo Nanseol- heon. Heo Gyun wrote Hong Gildongjeon (Tale of Hong Gildong), the first novel to be written in Hangeul and the most famous novel from Joseon era. And, Heo Nanseolheon is a famous poet of the Joseon Dynasty and recognized as one of the best female writers in Korea. Gangneung is also the birthplace of nu- merous female artists who were well-versed in literature and the arts.The splendid natural environment of Gangneung surrounded by seaside and densely green moun- tains might inspired many artists. The Heo Gyun and Heo Nanseolheon Memorial Park consists of the Site of Birthplace of Heo Nanseolheon, Memorial Hall and the Traditional Tea Experience Center. The Memorial Hall holds events like the Gyosan Cultural Festival and the Nanseolheon Cultural Festival in every Spring and Fall. In particular, the Nanseolheon Cultural Festival has gained popularity among many people by holding the Nanseolheon Tea Ceremony.

>> 1-29, 193beon-gil,Nanseolheon-ro,Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do >> Contact: 033-640-4798 >> Hours: 9:00-18:00 (Closed on Mondays) >> Admission fee: Free March 14, 2019 Page 17

Ojukheon House

Home of Joseon’s great scholar and his intellectual mother

Ojukheon House is a representative historic site of Gangneung as the home of Yulgok Yi I, the great scholar of the Joseon Dynasty and his mother and great artist of Joseon, Shin Saimdang. He is not only known as a scholar but also as a revered politician and reformer. Shin Saimdang was an artist, writer, calligraphist, and poet. Both Yulgok and his mother Shin Saimdang are selected for main characters of Korean bank note. Scholar Yulgok is depicted on the South Korean 5,000 won note. Sin Saimdang is depicted on the South Korean 50,000 won note with her drawings of Mook Grapes and leaves, and she is the first woman to appear on a South Korean bill. The house is located at Jukheon-dong of Gyeongpoho Lake in Gangneung. It was named after the fact that there were black bamboo trees with finger-sized stems in its backyard. Ojukheon House has Munseongsa Shrine for enshrining Yulgok, Eojegak for holding the articles left by Yulgok, Yulgok Memorial Hall and Relics Exhibi- tion Hall of Yulgok family. Ojukheon House is the oldest building out of the Korean houses and has been recognized highly valuable in terms of architecture.This is a wooden building of Mid-Joseon Dynasty and designated as National Treasure No. 165.

>> 24, 3139 beon-gilYulgok-roGangneung-si Gangwon-do >> https://www.gn.go.kr/museum/index.do >> Contact: 033-660-3301 >> Hours: 8:00-17:30 >> Admission fee 2,000-3,000 won for adults/ 1,500-2,000 won for the youth/ 500-1,000 won for children/ Free for those aged 65 or older

Seongyojang House

The biggest Korean traditional noble house

Seongyojang House is a representative Korean traditional house and a typical 99-part house of noble family, Naebeon Lee’s family. Being the biggest house in Joseon outside the palace, Seongyojang House has been designated as national cultural property and this traditional house has been preserved well for about 300 years. This serves as a famous tourist attraction showing the house culture of the Joseon Dynasty in harmony with surrounding nature. As the Gyeongpo Lake was right in front of the house, the bridge, Seongyojang, was built to cross the lake. Seongyojang House serves as an important material not only for studying a building but also the residential life and culture of the Late Joseon Dynasty. In particular, its detached house "Yeolhwadang" is a tower-style building constructed on the three-storied rectangular stones, holding thousands of books and pictures such as "Yongbieocheonga Song" and "Goryeosa Record" and commanding a scenic landscape. "Hwallaejeong Pavilion" was built over an artificial pond inside the House’s garden. Its entire walls consist of sliding doors with a lattice pattern. There is a tearoom for receiving guests, at a corridor connecting rooms and floors.The house consists of four main buildings, or Anchae, two outer quarters, or Baccatchae, two annex, or Byeolchae that are available for the Korean traditional house stay.

>> 63 Unjeong-gilGangneung-si Gangwon-do >> http://www.knsgj.net/ >> Contact: 033-648-5303 >> Hours: 9:00~18:00 >> Admission fee: 5,000 won for adults/ 3,000 won for youth/ 2,000 won for children >> Gangneung City Webpage: https://www.gn.go.kr/entour/index.do Page 18 March 14, 2019

Nonsan Strawberry Festival March 20 - 24

by Chung, Jongsoon Korea Culture News

'2019 Nonsan Strawberry Festival' will be held from March 20 to 24 at the region of Nonsan Stream Waterfront and the strawberry field. This year's festival is aimed at publicizing Nonsan strawberries that boast the best quality and taste in the world, which will fully satisfy visitors through various events and experience activities. With more than 50 years of cultivation history, Nonsan strawberries are cultivated in eco-friendly farming environment having fertile soil, clean water and abundant sunshine which makes their strawberries high-quality with full of flavors. Nonsan Strawberry received Best Quality Award from the Strawberry Evaluation Conference held in 2012 and 2013. Again, last year, they received the Award of Excellent Indus- trial Zone recognizing their excellence in cultivating qualified strawberries. They are now planning to share various programs related to Nonsan Strawberry such as strawberry picking, strawberry cake, rice cake, jam and bibimbap making as well as fun cultural performances. Along the programs, they also worked hard in strengthening programs linked with Nonsan tourism such as Donam Se- owon, Myeongjae House, Sunshine Land, and Top Jeongho. Nonsan Strawberry Festival which has been the one of representative festivals is having more and more visitors every year.

[Major Events] Opening Ceremony Performances Strawberry Exhibition & Sales Strawberry Picking Activity March 14, 2019 Advertisement Page 19 Page 20 March 14, 2019

The Miracle of Tomorrow in Paju

by Chung, Jongsoon Korea Culture News Museum of Modern and Contemporary History in Korea In June 1950, the ground rattled at the massive bombing. The Museum of Korean Contemporary History is the first Paju, was known as a ‘Village on the hill’ and has a lot of water- Korean contemporary museum located in Heyri Village. The ways open to Han river, Imjin river, Gongneung river and Mun- museum has 4 stories and each floor exhibits different periods san river. Because of its geographical feature as a river bank, of contemporary Korea since late 19th century until the pres- Paju played a role of defensive base in Korean war. 68 years lat- ent. The museum maintains 70,000 pieces of visual artifacts, er, Paju, the city which rose from the pain and tragedy, has be- photographs and archival materials collected over the past 30 come a space filled with comfort and healing. years, thoroughly presented in a timeline for the important events in the Korean modern history. Dokgae Bridge Skywalk The Republic of Korea underwent a dynamic and remarkable December 31st, 1950, a steam locomotive of Gyeongui line, change during the 20th century. In the 1950s, Korea suffered which was used to run between Seoul and Gaesung, stopped its from the invasion by Japan and the endless war with North Ko- way at Jangdan station after pierced with thousands of bullets rea. In the 1970s, Koreans strove hard with hope to reform the in Korean war. The train, which was left in the DMZ, was be- country. latedly moved to Imjingak in 2006. Bomb-attacked Dokgae bridge was the former Gyeongui Line railway between Paju and 93 Museum - filled with figure Jangdan. Dokgae bridge, which is known as ‘Freedom bridge’, is paintings and trick art the symbol of tragedy of Korean war because Dokgae bridge 93 Museum was opened by a man who collected hundreds of was the only bridge that connected the south and the north for unique figure paintings as a hobby over 15 years. return of the South Korean prisoners detained in North Korea The trick art hall is a good place to take funny and tricky pic- after ceasefire agreement. tures. You can be a part of tricky paintings. In December of 2016, the Dokgae bridge was remodeled as a You may find a painting of Marilyn Monroe that looks differ- skywalk. The Dokgae skywalk was made with the remaining ent in size depending on viewing angle. You may also take a five piers from the original bridge. It is 105 meters long and 5 breathtaking picture posing like you are on a dangerous look- meters wide. It consists of past, present, and future sections in ing wooden plate bridge. a two-story structure. Anyone can stay in the skywalk, within the civilian access control line. Cafe Soulwon - A cup of coffee Sitting on a chair of the steam locomotive, you may feel as under the big trees travelling across the time back to the fierce scene of the days of The garden of Café Soulwon is surrounded with big giant Korean war in 1950s. trees and wild stones, giving a feeling that you are in a botanical The deck of the skywalk has a glass flooring for the view un- garden. The garden of cafe Soulwon gives you energy of purifi- derneath the railroad. From the end of the future section on the cation and allows you to meditate in nature with a cup of savory skywalk, you can see the red marks of the bullet holes on the coffee. There are also greeneries and bonsai pine trees in a bridge pier left during the Korean War. Also, you can get a greenhouse inside of the garden. x glimpse of a part of North Korea. You may be lucky enough to hear a train horn across the river. March 14, 2019 Page 21 Page 22 Advertisement March 14, 2019 March 14, 2019 Page 23

Incheon Hot Place ‘The Street of Culture’

Guinness Book List SNS word-of-mouth by Chung, Jongsoon held on the main streets of “Culture Street”. Many are looking Korea Culture News to watch the Flea Market, which is held every weekend from March to November. ‘Flea Market’ is a kind of street culture The ‘Cultural Street’ market place in Bupyeong-gu, Incheon festival where young people make the main axis and sell and has been transformed. The changes in the business sector are experience book art, bead craft, painting and so on. currently ongoing, for example, with industries and brands matching the youthful atmosphere. It is also evaluated as a The most noticeable item in the food business is bread. Af- commercial area that is rapidly rising compared to Hongdae ter opening the door of the bread shop on the main street of street in Seoul and the accounting department in Itaewon. ‘Culture Street’, the bread shops started to enter the 66th, 72th and 80th streets of Bupyeong Culture. There are no overlap- The underground shopping center of Bupyeong Station and ping features because they are different franchises. Through Bupyung Station, which intersects Incheon Urban Railway the SNS public relations activities, it is an atmosphere that is Line 1 and Gyeongin Line 1, is a necessary course to go to the full of attracting young customers. ‘cultural street’.

When you enter the ‘Cultural Street’ located about 200m Hot Place ‘Pyeongryeon-gil’ ... SNS Promotional Hits away from the underground shopping mall, you can feel the · Prospective Founders atmosphere of young senses. Since the Korean War of 1950, It is noteworthy that the change of the 65th street is called merchants have settled into the traditional market with mer- Bupyung culture called ‘Pyeongryeon-gil’. In this area, there chants holding their seats. Since then, it has been transformed were a lot of entertainment establishments in the past. Street into a giant commercial area under the influence of the US lighting was dark and road was bumpy. However, due to slug- military forces in Sanggok-dong, which is 2 to 3 km away. gish sales, entertainment establishments have gradually dis- appeared, and in 2016, the roads have been rearranged to become more refined. In the meantime, a café with a distinctive The nearby giant underground shopping mall · feature centered on young business owners has been intro- Various performance events ‘effect’ duced and it has become known through the SNS, and it has The stores are located on several alleyways in the direction started to be called “Pyeongryeon-gil”. SNS is the main mar- of Bupyung Culture Street to Bupyung Station. Bupyung Cul- keting method for store owners here. ture is named as 66, 72, and 80, and there are restaurants of various industries such as restaurants, karaoke, small and me- NOYB, which opened in January 2016, is a combination of dium-sized apparel brands, etc. Most of the stores are mainly cafes and pubs. SNS has gained a reputation through. The targeted at customers in their 10s and 20s. biggest traits of the store are the pink appearance and the signboard. Kim Chang-hyun (36, M) president of NOYB said, Because the majority of the floating population is young, it “I wanted to make a cafe not in Incheon,” said the guest. is not only sensitive to fashion but also changes in industry “There is a shop dog mascot here, too, and as the puppy be- and brands. There is also a new commercial area nearby. In came famous through SNS, the store gradually became the past, the streets where the entertainment establishments known.” were gathered attracted attention as they were called ‘Pyeon- gryeon Dangil (bupyeonggang donggil donggil)’ as the cafés There is also a cafe selling bonded clothing. The ‘BOFUL with their distinctive characteristics came in. with byking’ located on the second floor captures people’s at- It is also said to be highly advantageous because of its high tention with a white-colored banner called “Coffee, Habits” level of integration, as various performances and events are on a signboard rather than a black signboard.x Page 24 Advertisement March 14, 2019