South Korea’s famous green tea grows on lush plantations in the area around Boseong. As a visit is a feast for the palate and the eyes, it’s definitely worth the short detour.
Green Tea Plantations Around BOSEONG: Totally My Cup Of Tea!
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How to Experience the Folk Heritage of Korea in ANDONG
Located almost 100 kilometers north of the former imperial city of Gyeongju, Andong seems to stand in the shadow of its smaller yet more glorious sister. Far too few international visitors foresee a stop in Andong on their trip to Korea.
Not me.
The only thing I regret regarding my visit to Andong is that I couldn’t stay for a few days longer since the city has an unexpected amount of tradition, culture, and absolutely authentic vibes to offer. Hence, it’s time to experience Andong where the folk heritage of Korea has been living on for generations.
Best Things to Do in SEOUL: The Must-Dos And the Hidden Gems
No matter if you stay two days in Seoul or two weeks: This exciting city has so much to offer that basically any stay will be far too short. However, to ensure that you get to see not only the most significant must-dos but also some of the countless hidden gems in Seoul, I clustered this guide according to eight very different neighborhoods. This way, you save on commuting and can invest all your precious time in the best things to do in Seoul.
JEONJU – Cradle of Korea’s Cultural Heritage and Home to the Country’s Best Food
When you look at pictures of Jeonju’s famous Hanbok Village, you might think that we are dealing with a cute small town where time has been standing still for centuries. But no, with almost 700,000 inhabitants, Jeonju is actually a bustling’n’busy mid-sized city. Nevertheless, the cultural heritage is the most celebrated side of Jeonju – together with the best food Korea has to offer.
Mind you, Jeonju’s amazingly rich culinary scene even catapulted the city onto the list of Creative Cities for Gastronomy as part of UNESCO’s Creative Cities Network in 2012. Hence, it’s no wonder that Jeonju is one of Korea’s most important tourist centers.
This Way to the Whole Story ->GYEONGJU: Two Days in the City Where Korea’s Imperial History Comes Alive
All the places I visited during my trip to South Korea were amazing: Beautiful, interesting, rich in culture and delicious food. However, if I had to pick one apart from Seoul that under no circumstances you ought to miss out on, without a doubt, it would be Gyeongju. Gyeongju has so much cultural heritage and so many archaeological sites that the city rightfully bears the nickname Museum Without Walls. But during my two days in Gyeongju, I wasn’t only looking back at a thousand years of Imperial History. The so-called Golden City is also a major center of the country’s artisan bakeries and belongs on every true connoisseur’s itinerary.
SINGAPORE – first-timers guide to a powerful city-state
Since Singapore – undisputably one of my favorite cities in the world – can be a bit overwhelming for first-timers, I’ve put together a guide that will help you to enjoy this powerful city-state right from the beginning.
BALI – Indonesia’s Island of Gods
Bali, also referred to as Indonesia’s island of Gods, is a truly mystical place. Temples, fog-bathed mountaintops, and golden beaches make a trip to Bali a journey into a magical world.
Still, although Bali is safe and easy to travel, its infrastructure is not always convenient for solo-travellers.
This Way to the Whole Story ->LOMBOK – Bali ‘s serene alternative
Bali is just mesmerizing, no question – yet, as it gets very busy, its eastern neighbor, the island of Lombok, becomes a valid and serene alternative.
TRAWANGAN, MENO, or AIR – which island is for you?
While Gili Trawangan is rather for the party people, romantics’n’roamers find peace and quiet on the secluded islands Gili Meno and Air – but see for yourself which island is for you.
And if you can’t decide, don’t worry: They are so close and well-connected that you can visit all three even in just one day.
This Way to the Whole Story ->PADANG BAI – Gateway to Bali’s Treasures
Padang Bai is not only the harbor to the Gilis between Bali and Lombok, but it is also the closest gateway to some of Bali’s greatest treasures.
