Gwangju Eats: Oh, My Burrito

The Gwangju community delights in the opening of a new Mexican Fusion restaurant downtown.

Gwangju Talks: The Sewol Ferry Disaster

Students from all over Asia describe their reaction to the Sewol ferry accident and their hope that it will never happen again.

Behind the Myth: Did North Korea Help Gwangju’s May 18 Uprising?

Were North Koreans partially responsible for the democratic uprising in Gwangju?

Gwangju Sister City: Medan, Indonesia

It’s no wonder that two famous hubs of culture and cuisine have been sister cities for well over a decade. Today, Gwangju and Medan continue to strengthen their long friendship.

Koryo Saram Center

Shin Jo Ya’s Koryo Saram Center in Weolgok-dong has raised awareness of this growing community in Gwangju.

Madam Maimunah Mohd Shariff

Meet Madam Maimunah Mohd Shariff, a Malaysian mayor who has attended Gwangju’s World Human Rights Cities Forum since its 2011 inception.

Buddha’s Birthday

Buddhists around the world are celebrating Buddha’s birthday with traditions dating back over a millennia. What are these traditions, and how can you become a part of it?

Behind the Myth: Pork

Does eating pork protect you from pollution?