Spring into Green

enter this new season. Grab some friends, water, and sunscreen and get outside to enjoy the green. There’s a whole lot to uncover here in Gwangju, and you’ll never know what you’ll learn. Where will your next adventure be? 

Vegan is Fantastic! A Gourmet Experience at Soswaewon Buffet

“Be ready to get stuffed – there is no other option.

Damyang’s Meta Provence

South Jeolla’s Hidden Gem Written by Katy Clements. When I first planned to move abroad to Korea, I had hopes of sightseeing all over the peninsula. However, after taking my … Read More

“The Mushroom Restaurant”

Written and photographed by Pia Jensen. After living in Gwangju for almost three years, I know how rarely you come across a restaurant that has been around for more than … Read More

A Date with Destiny

The Damyang Bamboo Forest Written and photographed by Fatemeh Khalili. When I look at the pictures I’ve taken in Korea, I find that instead of keeping and recording these precious … Read More

Geumseong-sanseong: Hiking on History

Written by Blake Bouchard(Originally appearing in the July 2013 issue of the Gwangju News.) In continuing our series of reintroduced articles from past Gwangju News issues, this month we have … Read More

Chilling with a Bamboo Mistress

Written by Cho Namhee The most troublesome part of summer is the fact that it brings a long period of “tropical nights.” Oftentimes, this season makes you feel apologetic for … Read More

The First Beeswax Candlemakers in Korea’s Modern Age

Written by Zico Mulia Photographed by Lorryn Smit   Do you know about beeswax candles? Maybe some of you do. I did not know about them until I decided to … Read More