The Sewol: Ripple Effects
The Sewol accident has had harsh consequences far beyond the tragedy itself.
Tag: Korea
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.
BIRDS Korea: “What Does Wilderness Mean to You?”
This month, Birds Korea reaches out to readers with a question: what does wilderness mean to you?
Koryo Saram Center
Shin Jo Ya’s Koryo Saram Center in Weolgok-dong has raised awareness of this growing community in Gwangju.
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?
BIRDS Korea: April
Spring is the time to seek out new landscapes and species, but the changing climate is causing many species to rapidly die out and biodiversity is in danger.
Gwangju Sister Cities: Guangzhou
Traveller Lianne Bronzo details her adventure through Gwangju’s sister city Guangzhou, the third largest city in China.