Like almost all my plans, the itinerary for the day was packed, starting early with five destinations. However, we all know that plans are meant to be changed. Planning with Naver Map We skipped the first destination and enjoyed a leisurely breakfast. By the time we left the house, the sun was already strong. Our … Continue reading The Second Day in Jeju
Month: August 2023
Summer 2023, Jeju Island Trip
As I observe the surroundings, it seems the world is in turmoil. Mountain fires, droughts, floods, extreme heat, earthquakes, and soaring prices have become daily occurrences. Given these events, I felt that if danger were to strike, Korea might be a safer refuge than overseas. Until recently, there was a trend of "living in Jeju … Continue reading Summer 2023, Jeju Island Trip
Wu Wang | 無忘 | Japanese version by Kitkit Lu
It's an ending song of an animation. The melody was good, there was a Japanese version song on YouTube and I used it to learn some vocabulary in Japanese. It's fun to be able to read Japanese kanji and to write furigana. Break down 燕が行き 帰路知らず 琴を 鳴らせ 思い募る 誰が嘆き離合集散 昔は変えられない 1. 燕(つばめ) : swallow … Continue reading Wu Wang | 無忘 | Japanese version by Kitkit Lu
Bijarim Forest
Heaven of Torreya trees 55, Bijasup-gil, Gujwa-eup, Jeju-si, Jeju-do, Republic of Korea 제주 제주시 구좌읍 비자숲길 55 Designated and protected as a natural monument. There are around 2,800 Torreya trees aged between 500 to 800 years. These trees grow exceptionally slow, increasing in height by only about 1.5cm each year. Even after a century, their … Continue reading Bijarim Forest
Bunker des Lumières
89-17, Seoseongil-ro 1168beon-gil, Seongsan-eup, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do, Republic of Korea 제주서귀포시성산읍서성일로1168번길89-17 If you like classics and art, it's a must-visit place in Jeju. It has something special that other immersive media art centers doesn't have. I seems to have originated in France; it feels like stepping into a virtual space of the Orsay Museum. The magnificent … Continue reading Bunker des Lumières
Oppenheimer, the movie
another masterpiece by Christopher Nolan “Now it’s your turn to deal with the consequences of your achievement. One day, when they’ve punished you enough, they’ll serve you salmon and potato salad. Make speeches. Give you a medal. They’ll pat you on the back and tell you all is forgiven. Just remember it won’t be for … Continue reading Oppenheimer, the movie
Hampdeok Seoubong Sunflower Field
Seoubong sunflowers mountain 4-4, Hamdeok-ri, Jocheon-eup, Jeju-si, Jeju-do, Republic of Kore 제주특별자치도 제주시 조천읍 함덕리 산4-4 Fee: Free You will climb a little to see sunflowers. Seoubong, located at Hampdeok beach, is renowned for its view to the beautiful sea. Near there, you can find beach to swim and to do camping. But if you … Continue reading Hampdeok Seoubong Sunflower Field
Mekong Sky
Fried rice 35, Yeono-ro, Jeju-si, Jeju-do, Republic of Korea A Vietnamese restaurant that has Koreanized the taste. The flavor was similar to franchise Vietnamese restaurants in Korea like Pho Mein. Beef based dishes were better than the ones with pork. They offered various Banh Mi sandwiches, and Banh Mi was also sold separately. The tea … Continue reading Mekong Sky
Pad Thai Siam
Yam woon sen 41-2, Yonghwa-ro, Jeju-si, Jeju-do, Republic of Korea In this place, you can expect the exotic taste of Thailand. We arrived 15 minutes before break time, yet we could still eat all the dishes we ordered. You might find it a bit salty, but it could be because of strong spice and flavor. … Continue reading Pad Thai Siam
LEVANT
Hummus 21-7, Myeongnyun 4-gil, Deokjin-gu, Jeonju-si, Jeollabuk-do, Republic of Korea Perhaps the only Arab restaurant in the Jeonju area. It's hidden in a complex alley near Jeonbuk University, so it's not easy to find. It seems like they opened the store in 2021. Maybe because the university is on vacation, only one table was occupied … Continue reading LEVANT