Published by the Gwangju International Center since 2001
Our beloved City of Light is the host of one underground subculture hotspot called Deep Ocean (Simhae, 심해). Run by young enthusiasts who transformed their hobbies and passions into a lifestyle, the place is a must-see for music lovers of this genre. It is the place you have been searching for! I was in awe when I discovered it, not knowing that Gwangju had such a precious hidden gem.
Following the recent article about Korea gyms in the May issue of Gwangju News and a brief introduction to CrossFit some six years ago in Gwangju News issue no. 167, I hoped to unveil some CrossFit mysteries and share more information with anyone who might still be wondering what CrossFit is and whether it is something for them. Mr. Yang In-sung, the owner and head coach of YongBong Training Center where I began my CrossFit adventure, was so kind to agree to talk to me about CrossFit in general, CrossFit in Korea, and CrossFit in Gwangju.
OceanCloud is an independent studio which has been certified as an industrial design company. It provides various visual design services such as posters, leaflets, and logos. Then there is the eco-friendly lifestyle shop. It offers unique and diverse brands of eco-friendly products, as well as detergents, shampoos, body washes, and diffusers for refill stations. There are 33 kinds of products, including interior accessories and accessories for light camping.
Southern-style American barbeque lovers – fear not! Min Cook Barbeque can be found in two locations in Gwangju: Kumho-dong and recently also in a new location in downtown on Chungjang-ro.
“I started zero-waste soap production because I wanted to do my small part [to help protect the environment].”
Imagine an enterprising visionary who integrated roadside dining and the carefree frenzy of a waterpark with the grace and formality of a wedding/banquet hall.
“Lucchetto brings to life an environment where new people meet, get to know each other, and enjoy their time together in a very friendly manner.”
The UCC was established in Gwangju Metropolitan City in 2007 by Indian-Korean Basu Mukul.
