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#Korean Folktales

The Seven Brothers and the Big Dipper

2014-03-27

Among the countless stars twinkling in the sky, there is a group of seven bright stars called the Big Dipper. This charming tale tells us how seven ...

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Artist Danwon Kim Hong-do

2014-03-26

Kim Hong-do is known as one of the greatest masters of folk painting. His masterpiece titled “Seodang서당,” a Joseon era school, features a child in ...

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Apartment communities fostering neighborliness

2014-03-25

Every Monday and Thursday this apartment complex in southwestern Seoul is filled with the sweet sounds of a chorus. The harmony may not be pitch-perfect, ...

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A Magic Club

2014-03-20

Hello, everyone. Welcome to “Korean Folktales.” This Thursday corner takes you into the world of interesting Korean folk stories. I’m Sophia Hong. ...

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Plowing

2014-03-19

A few years back a heart-warming documentary film about an old man and his faithful ox moved the hearts of many Koreans. The film “Old Partner” was ...

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Gangnam City Tour

2014-03-18

In 2012 the whole world had danced to Psy’s global megahit “Gangnam Style.” Thanks to the song, people worldwide became interested in Korea, particularly ...

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Two Fools and a Thief

2014-03-14

Once upon a time, there lived two boys who were not very smart. Both had trouble speaking, as they were slow at learning. But their parents didn’t give ...

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Jeju Chilmeoridang-gut

2014-03-12

Balmy breezes and bright sunshine of late herald the coming of spring. But don’t put away those thick coats and scarves yet, because the last minute ...

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Seodaemun Prison History Hall

2014-03-11

On the first day of this month the Seodaemun Prison History Hall was filled with Koreans cheering to mark the March 1st civil movement that had swept ...

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A Foolish Boy

2014-03-06

A long time ago, a boy got a bull from his uncle as a present. In the old days, bulls were very useful and an important financial asset in farming families. ...

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