South Korean film Parasite won big at last night’s Oscars, making history as the first foreign-language title to take Best Picture and winning four awards in total.
Source: 11 reasons to visit South Korea as it basks in Oscars glory
South Korea mulls expansion of visa-free policy for Indonesians to include visits to Seoul and Busan; Coconuts Jakarta
South Korea has become a popular travel destination for Indonesians in recent years (K-pop and K-drama had a lot to do with that, we reckon), and travel to the land of BLACKPINK will likely get a whole lot easier for Indonesian passport holders in the near future.
South Korea’s ancient Confucian school draws crowds after Unesco honour; Park Chan-Kyong; SCMP
The Sosu Seowon, built in 1543, was attended by aspiring civil servants and taught the works of Chinese sages, including Confucius and Mencius.
Source: South Korea’s ancient Confucian school draws crowds after Unesco honour
Seongsan Sunrise Festival to open on Jeju Island Monday; Yonhap News Agency
Visiting one of Korea’s true historical jewels: Tongdosa Temple; Farinahida Alfa Asmara Dini; Korea.net
A Unesco-listed stay: exploring South Korea’s temples; Ronan O’Connell; National
If you really want to get a taste of South Korea, book a few nights in one of its temples…
Source: A Unesco-listed stay: exploring South Korea’s temples
Photo exhibition introduces Korean World Heritage Site; VietnamPlus
A photo exhibition is being held at the Korean Cultural Centre in Hanoi to introduce beauty and history of Baekje Historic Areas, a UNESCO world heritage site.
Source: Photo exhibition introduces Korean World Heritage Site | Culture – Sports | Vietnam+ (VietnamPlus)
Photos of South Korea’s Baekje Historic Areas on show in Hanoi; VietNamNet
A photo exhibition was opened at the Korean Cultural Center in Hanoi on November 4 to introduce South Korea’s Baekje Historic Areas, a 1,500-year-old historical site that has been recognized by UNESCO as world heritage.
Source: Photos of South Korea’s Baekje Historic Areas on show in Hanoi – VietNamNet
5 immensely Instagramable Korean island getaways with pristine beaches, caves and coastlines; Nan Hie In; SCMP
Go beyond Seoul and Busan and consider these less-travelled islands that are full of unique, natural wonders…
Source: 5 immensely Instagramable Korean island getaways with pristine beaches, caves and coastlines
Alitalia, Malta Tourism Authority aim to double Korean tourists to Malta; Kim Hyun-Bin; Korea Times
The Republic of Malta, a small Southern European island country, is not well-known among Korean travelers, and many are even unaware of its existence. To better promote the beauty of Malta to Koreans, the Malta Tourism Authority held the 2019 Product Seminar together with Italy’s flagship carrier Alitalia, at the Westin Chosun Seoul, Tuesday.
Source: Alitalia, Malta Tourism Authority aim to double Korean tourists to Malta
A Journey Through South Korea in Pictures; Dante The Explorer; Girls Ask Guys
A K-beauty lover makes a pilgrimage to Seoul, the capital of skincare and K-Pop; Kristin Braswell; USA Today
A fan of K-Beauty heads to Seoul to experience the hotbed of skincare and 24-hour clothing-optional spas along with K-Pop and Korean fried chicken.
Source: A K-beauty lover makes a pilgrimage to Seoul, the capital of skincare and K-Pop
Perfect Getaway: Seoul Lures Visitors with Ancient Charm and Modern Amenities; Benjamin Epstein; Orange Coast Magazine
It’s officially known as Seoul Special City—and a soaring number of U.S. visitors are discovering why.
Source: Perfect Getaway: Seoul Lures Visitors with Ancient Charm and Modern Amenities
S. Korea’s Confucian academies inscribed on UNESCO list; Yoon Min-Sik; Korea Herald
Nine Korea seowon registered as UNESCO world heritage sites; Hankyoreh 　
S. Korea now has 14 world heritage sites…
Source: Nine Korea seowon registered as UNESCO world heritage sites 　
21 Top Things Every Traveller Must Do In And Around Busan; E-Lyn Tham & Jennifer Nathania; TripZilla
From a street full of IG-worthy cafes to leisurely strolls around scenic parks and beaches, you’ll never be bored in Busan!
Source: 21 Top Things Every Traveller Must Do In And Around Busan [Updated 2019]
Royal tombs of Joseon Dynasty celebrate 10th anniversary of UNESCO world heritage recognition; Kan Hyeong Woo; Arirang News
Collecting stamps to learn about the kings and queens of the Joseon Dynasty’s 500-year-long history and receive small gifts. This is one of the programs the Cultural Heritage Foundation has put together to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the royal tombs being designated as UNESCO World…
Source: Royal tombs of Joseon Dynasty celebrate 10th anniversary of UNESCO world heritage recognition
‘Kingdom’ filming locations to visit in South Korea; Jakarta Post
Kingdom combines an intriguing storyline with breathtaking sites and sceneries.
Changdeokgung Palace in Seoul, masterpiece of architecture; Xinhua
Changdeokgung Palace was listed as a UNESCO world heritage site in 1997 and is regarded as a masterpiece of architecture where the buildings are in harmony with the natural settings.
Source: Changdeokgung Palace in Seoul, masterpiece of architecture
