Korea? Korea? South Korea...
In the minds of many Hong Kong people, Korean stars with good looks often come to mind, but most Korean dramas focus primarily on the acting skills of the celebrities and certain plotlines, with very little emphasis on the culture and history. If you want to watch TV dramas or films about Korean history and culture, "Dae Jang Geum" can be considered a recent long-form series that depicts the ancient history of the Korean nation. Alternatively, "Taegukgi: The Brotherhood of War," which portrays the Korean War, is also a gripping cinematic storyline. Perhaps these stories can help you gain a deeper appreciation when traveling in Korea...
(“Corea” was originally the English name for the Korean Peninsula. “Korea” is an “English name” imposed on the locals by Japanese colonizers during their occupation of the Korean Peninsula from 1910 to 1945, ensuring that “Japan” would always precede “Korea” in alphabetical listings of countries. Some reports also suggest that “Korea” originated from the American designation and became the international consensus after World War II.)
"Taegukgi: The Brotherhood of War"
Flag of the Republic of Korea, also known asthe Taegukgi(Korean:熊??／Taegukgi Taegeukgi), is the iconic flag and national symbol of South Korea. The flag has a 3:2 aspect ratio, featuring a white background, a blue and red yin-yang symbol (taegeuk), and the four trigrams: Heaven (☰), Earth (☷), Water (☵), and Fire (☲). On March 25, 1949, the Interpretation Committee of the South Korean Ministry of Education explained that the white background represents the land; the blue and red yin-yang symbol in the center represents the balance of yin and yang; the upper left trigram (☰) represents Heaven, Spring, the East, and Benevolence; the lower right trigram (☷) represents Earth, Summer, the West, and Righteousness; the upper right trigram (☵) represents Water, Autumn, the South, and Propriety; the lower left trigram (☲) represents Fire, Winter, the North, and Wisdom. (Source: Wikipedia)
"South Korea's Military Service System" -Male citizens aged between 20 and 30 are required to serve in the military. The length of service varies by branch, but the shortest duration is 24 months. South Korea enforces conscription for males. The lengths of service in the various branches of the South Korean armed forces are: 24 months for the Army and Marine Corps, 26 months for the Navy, and 28 months for the Air Force.
"Red"
In Korea, the color red is almost always associated with their chili peppers or Korean-style chili paste, which can be considered a boon for Koreans living in the northern hemisphere. It’s spicy but helps induce sweating, allowing toxins to be expelled from the body. However, for people from southern places like Hong Kong, this level of spiciness might not be so easy to handle...
After eating, you might feel like you're breathing fire...^V^
Seeing T? 허벅지, you can really imagine a small game... guessing Ob
Kimchi (Korean: ??) is a traditional fermented food of the Korean people, usually eaten with rice. In Korean eateries, locals often mix kimchi into soups, rice, rice cakes, and other meat dishes to enhance the flavor and add a spicy kick.21⟧ kimchi) is a traditional fermented food of the Korean ethnic group, commonly eaten with rice. In Korean restaurants, locals mix kimchi into soups, rice, rice cakes, and various meats to enhance the taste with a spicy flavor.
"A Land Without the Flags of China, the Soviet Union, and Japan"
Since the United States dropped two atomic bombs on Hiroshima and Nagasaki in 1945, ending World War II, peace in Korea has been short-lived...
The Korean War(June 25, 1950 – July 27, 1953, when the armistice was signed) was a conflict between the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (North Korea) and the Republic of Korea (South Korea) on the Korean Peninsula. Many countries supported both sides through participation and aid, becoming involved to varying degrees. These included the United Nations forces led by the United States and the People's Republic of China among the combatants, and United Nations member states, the Soviet Union, and its allies among those providing assistance. The Korean War originated from the division of Korea after World War II and the tense international situation in the early Cold War period. It was the first large-scale "hot war" following the start of the Cold War. (Source: Wikipedia)
The casualties on both sides numbered in the millions, and the ambitions of hegemony brought endless pain and scars to countless families.
Located in ? Mountain, the UNITED NATIONS MEMORIAL CEMETERY IN KOREA (UNMCK)
93, UN pyeonghwa-ro, Nam-gu, Busan, 48529, Republic of KOREA
Among the flags erected, you can see the imprints of history
Part of one of the memorial grounds belonging to Canada
War brings endless pain, and the soldiers who sacrificed heroically were only 19 years old.
"Toward a Bright Path from Hardship"
The Gamcheon Culture Village in Sacheon-dong, Busan, South Korea, has inherent historical and cultural significance. During the Korean War, many refugees fled to the mountains to escape the war and built homes there. The village has preserved these residences from the harsh wartime period. Originally, however, the area was established as a settlement by a religious group called "Taegeukdo," a faith founded in 1918 by Choi Je-u based on the Jeungsan philosophy. Over 4,000 followers gathered near Half Moon Hill, forming a village.
http://www.gamcheon.or.kr
The dense clustering of houses in the village reflects how difficult life was at the time, as people sought refuge from the war.
The use of color has revitalized the entire community and turned it into a tourist attraction...
Various spots have been created in the village to attract both domestic and international visitors.
It's unknown how many times this staircase has been repaired or how many people have walked on it...
Epilogue:
Travel photography should be approached with many questions and an open mind for creative subjects. The most important thing is that photography isn’t just about showing off—not everyone likes being photographed, so one must be mindful. A photography journey doesn’t have to be limited to shooting sunrises and sunsets. Experiencing the local culture and history might bring even greater rewards.
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