Published by the Gwangju International Center since 2001
Located in the south-western province of Jeollanam-do, Boseong is home to the Deahon Dawon Green Tea Plantation, which is the most popular and largest in all of Korea. Tea is grown on over one million square miles, and Boseong is considered an ideal location for the harvest of tea.
Soar Galley is composed of the gallery, Box coffee, an art shop and an office. Also, many sculptures are in harmony with nature outside the buildings.
Guess who’s back? The First Alleyway, among the most celebrated debuts of the past years, brought Canadian gluttony to Gwangju, turning a remote alleyway in the downtown area into a happening, hot food destination.
Hot and spicy chicken in squash is found in some local pubs and served with alcoholic beverages. It is great as a dish to share when you have guests around as it looks amazing.
Jannies Le gives us an interesting take on Paragliding in Gwangju.
This year the annual Gwangju Film Festival featured Lady of No Fear, a documentary Aung San Suu Kyi. The film’s director was gracious enough to grant Gwangju News a private interview.
Damyang, well known for its bamboo-lined roads and dozens of organic restaurants, also gives Gwangju a nearby top-notch spa and resort. Take a look inside with us!
Gwangju Indoor Rock Climbing gym is certainly unique. Walking through the door, one can see the difference. Instead of towering walls and hanging ropes, this gym boasts slanted beams, grips on the walls and even on the ceiling.
