The Origin of Jangxi

From expensive herbs to illegal dealings, the story of how a five-day market became the built up department stores it is today

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.