The Cruelty of Spring: Looking Back at the April 19 Student Protests in Seoul

Written by Wilson Melbostad Photographs courtesy of the 4.19 Revolution Documentary Heritage to the UNESCO Memory of the World Most of those residing in Gwangju know that with the onset … Read More

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.

Whose History?

The announcement from President Park Geun-hye that, in 2017, secondary schools would study history from government issued textbooks is raising alarm & protest.

Faith and Action: The Salvation Army

The Salvation Army is especially familiar around the Christmas holiday period, but it is at work all year round in Gwangju, helping those in need.

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.

Joella History: Yang Ban Culture 

They could not touch money with their own hands and they could not take off their socks when it was hot. The life of a “yangban,”, the ruling class of the Joseon Era.

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

The Birth of Buddhism in the Jeolla Region

The truth behind Buddhism in the Jeolla province