Korea (Tourists spots)
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The document highlights various attractions in South Korea, focusing on Jeju Island's unique culture, including hareubang statues and haenyeo divers. It also mentions popular destinations such as Banpo Bridge, Gangneung, Gwangalli, and historical sites like Buseoksa and Geumsan Boriam Temple. Overall, it presents a vivid picture of South Korea's diverse landscapes and cultural heritage.
Korea (Tourists spots)
- 1. BE A TRAVELER explore FALL IN WITH.. LOVE
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- 5. FIRST STOP! ? JEJU ISLAND
- 6. Around the island, you¡¯ll see evidence of a rich local culture quite distinct from the mainland, most notably in the form of the hareubang ¨C these cute, grandfatherly statues of volcanic rock were made for reasons as yet unexplained, and pop up all over the island. Similarly ubiquitous are the batdam, walls of hand-stacked volcanic rock that separate the farmers¡¯ fields: like the drystone walls found across Britain, these were built without any bonding agents, the resulting gaps letting through the strong winds that often whip the island. Jeju¡¯s distinctive thatch-roofed houses are also abundant, and the island even has a breed of miniature horse; these are of particular interest to Koreans due to the near-total dearth of equine activity on the mainland. Also unique to Jeju are the haenyeo, female divers who plunge without breathing apparatus into often treacherous waters in search of shellfish and sea urchins. Although once a hard-as-nails embodiment of the island¡¯s matriarchal culture, their dwindling numbers mean that this occupation is in danger of petering out. Jeju City is the largest settlement, and whether you arrive by plane or ferry, this will be your entry point.
- 7. Banpo Bridge
- 8. BANPO BRIDGE? ? The beauty of the bridge is enhanced by the Banpo water fountain which reaches a new level of beauty during the evening and night times when the 10,000 LEDs start glowing and emitting the colours of a rainbow. Such colour effects make it a treat for the eyes of the tourists visiting Seoul.
- 10. Gangneung Anbandeok-gil Thanks to its beaches and mountains, Gangneung is South Korea's favorite east coast destination.
- 11. Geumsan Boriam Temple A temple on the country's ¡°treasure island.¡±
- 12. Gwangalli At night, Korea's longest suspension bridge is one of Busan's iconic sights.
- 13. Soyang Lake An ice-fishing hotspot, Soyang Lake owes its existence to Soyang Dam, Asia's largest rock-fill dam.
- 14. Buseoksa This Silla Dynasty temple is home to 108 steps to redemption.
- 15. Hamdeok Family summer vacation heaven. Hallasan Hiking is allowed only during the day on Korea's highest mountain.
- 19. PRESENTED BY: RASMINE MAE MEJIA BL. JOHN DUNS SCOTUS TO: MR. ABIGUAR TLE TEACHER DATE SUBMITTED: 8/20/14