The creak of old wooden floors. The sliding of beautifully crafted doors. The upward curves of tiled roofs and the enchanting calm of courtyards. Hanok, or traditional Korean houses, are delightful dwellings where those who enter them can’t help but be hypnotized by their charm. Constructed in accordance with nature and geographical location, hanoks were …
One of the great things about Seoul is that it offers a little something for everyone. This also rings true when it comes to accommodation options. And while there are plenty of comfortable spaces to set up camp during your stay in Korea, few are as quaint and conveniently located as Bonum 1957. Situated in …
These days, I’m trying hard to alter my lifestyle to be a healthier, happier me. This entails everything from establishing a morning routine of drinking lemon water, stretching and dry brushing to cooking with fresh ingredients, limiting sugar intake and snacking on green smoothies. I’m learning that what we put into our bodies greatly affects …
My new apartment isn’t far from Samcheongdong, an adorable neighborhood known for its quaint hanok houses, interesting art galleries, cozy cafes, and elegant restaurants. Also dotted throughout the area are wine bars and live music clubs. So, when my boyfriend suggested this past weekend that we change up date night a bit, I proposed a …
These days, I’ve had a hard time putting down Peter Hessler’s Oracle Bones, a book that explores the recent rapid changes of China’s politics, economy, and culture. I just finished a chapter which investigates the Chinese government’s lack of effort to preserve traditional architecture, especially that of the hutong, water alleyways bordered by courtyard homes. …
After having lived in a country of open spaces and big houses, it’s difficult to fathom how one might live in a crammed, upward built nation. Once a small town girl like myself has witnessed Seoul, it becomes more apparent, but the sight is quite overwhelming. Due to the lack of living space in Korea, …