Nosa School
A fascinating insight into the Neo-Confucianism ideals that were strongly believed and adhered to in Korea and led to the development of the Nosa School.
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The Nosa School and Western Influence
Another fascinating historical insight focusing on the French invasion of Korea in 1866, which destroyed the trust in Western ideals and influences.
The Birth of Buddhism in the Jeolla Region
The truth behind Buddhism in the Jeolla province
Jeolla Dialect
The Jeolla ‘satturi,’ or dialect, has a uniquely expressive twist on standard Korean that is well-known and sometimes hard to grasp.
Jeolla in Imjin War
In the year 1592 Japan invaded Korea through the Busan harbor. Jeolla province then became an important strategic point in the defense of Korea.
The Donghak Peasants Rebellion
The Donghak Peasants Rebellion is one of the most famous events in Jeolla History.
Even Dog Poop is Hard to Find When Needed as Medicine
Look into a strange history of medicine in this Korean saying about never finding something when you need it the most.
Korean Sayings
“Will you be the master or a slave of gold”? A captivating review of the Korean TV Series “Empire of Gold” where avaricious gambling created slaves and masters!