Legacy of an Uprising: Human Acts by Han Kang
Written by Kristy Dolson Ever since I was a teenager, I have considered fiction to be a gateway to events outside my lived experiences. And like many kids who grew … Read More
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A Juxtaposition of Moving Optimism
Written by W.I. Archie Photograph courtesy of Asia Culture Center The contemporary art installation of Tomas Saraceno at Gwangju’s Asia Culture Center was at times morbid and overwhelming. However, … Read More
The Five Gemi Restaurants in Town
Written by Cho Namhee Photograph courtesy of Gwangju Metropolitan City Gwangju Metropolitan City recently announced its five gemi restaurants. “Gemi” (게미), which means a unique taste permeating within, or … Read More
April in Gwangju
Written and photographed by Sarah Pittman Cherry blossom season is an essential part of the Gwangju experience as it celebrates the return of spring. One of the best places … Read More
Glacier Hong
Written and photographed by Sarah Pittman If you are a new arrival to Korea, sometimes walking through Gwangju’s downtown area can make you feel like Alice in Wonderland: not … Read More
Soccer for the Soul
Written by Sen Nguyen Photographed by Ender Waters I am not a big fan of soccer, which is rather strange because my parents are crazy about it. I remember … Read More
The Beauty of Thailand: Outside Bangkok
Written by Stephie Melina Kabre Photographed by Don Tajaroensuk and Stephie Melina Kabre I gave a final look at the wonderful house we had been living in for almost … Read More
The Baekdu Daegan (백두대간) as a Symbol of Unity
Written and photographed by Roger Shepherd A thin red line squiggled its way up a map of the Korean Peninsula, coursing over what looked like most of its jagged … Read More