July 7, 2023 As you have seen in my blog, our Geoje area is well-known for its wonderful natural landscapes, including both seas and mountains. There is no shortage of beautiful places wherever you go. Geoje is also well-known for many cultural heritage sites, including Dundeok Giseong Fortress (see Post 7), which was introduced in …
16. Art in Geoje: Captivating Exhibitions at the Taeeun Gallery Read More »
June 20, 2023 Location and size Located in the eastern area of Dongbu-myeon, Geoje Island, stands Geoje Nature Art Land (the Land). It is renowned as the home of Korea’s largest exhibition hall dedicated to the art of bonsai trees, rare natural stones, stone artworks, mini forests, orchids, and more. Encompassing a vast area of …
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June 16, 2023 The Forest Sound Park (숲소리 공원) is a spacious park located in Geoje-myeon, covering an extensive area of 16,4887 square meters (approximately 40.75 acres; 49,879평). As you can see from the photos, it is designed to provide a relaxing and enjoyable experience for visitors. A friend of mine who is from Geoje-myeon …
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June 6, 2023. My apologies for the long silence since the last post. I am back now after an almost 6-week trip to the USA where we met our daughters, their husbands, relatives, and friends. Geoje-myeon and the 5-day market The Geoje farmers’ market (a link to a video in Korean 거제 5일장), also known …
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April 1, 2023 I love flowers, and I’m sure many others share my sentiment. Geoje boasts a wide range of flowers in every season. In this post, I’d like to share the flowers that can be seen around the whole Geoje Island in March: Camellias and Cherry trees. Camellia with cultural significance Camellias are known …
March 24, 2023 Geoje Island (거제도 in Korean), the second largest island in South Korea (next to Jeju Island), located on the southern coast. It has a rich history that spans over thousands of years and is full of interesting stories that seem quite entertaining. An interesting legend According to a legend passed down through generations …
March 21, 2023 Korea’s Cafe Culture Korea is a country with a rich café culture that holds a special place in the hearts of its people, especially those living in big cities. Cafes serve as a space for socializing with friends, working on the laptop, enjoying solitude while watching the hustle and bustle of the …
10. “On The Sunset”: Geoje’s Instagram-Worthy Café with Impressive Ocean Views Read More »
March 19, 2023 Apartment Culture in Korea Apartments have become the preferred residential option for the majority of Koreans. As of 2021, over 63% of households in South Korea live in apartments, and this trend is likely to continue. There are several reasons why Koreans prefer apartments over independent houses. One of the primary reasons …
March 17, 2023 Pets in modern society In recent years, raising pets has become a popular trend in many communities, including my own neighborhood. It appears that more and more people are recognizing the benefits of pet ownership, such as companionship, better physical health, and stress relief. It’s not uncommon to see people walking and …
March 14, 2023 Location of Dundeok Giseong Fortress On a bright winter day, we had the opportunity to visit Dundeok Giseong Fortress (둔덕기성 in Korean), also known as the “King’s Escape Castle (폐왕성 or 피왕성 in Korean),” located just a 20-minute drive from our home. As we drove up the narrow and sharp driveway to …
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March 10, 2023 The Geoje Island Flower Festival (거제 섬꽃 축제 in Korean) 2022 (the 16th Festival) took place during a beautiful week in late fall, beginning on October 29th and lasting until November 6th. This annual event is hosted by the department of Agricultural Tourism at the Geoje Agricultural Development Center, with support from …
March 8, 2023 Geoje Arts Center and Wednesday Morning Concert Since moving to Geoje, we’ve been taking advantage of the diverse musical events offered at the Geoje Arts Center (거제문화예술회관 in Korean). The Geoje Wednesday Morning Concert is one of our favorites, taking place every 2nd or 3rd Wednesday, 10 times a year. During these …
March 1, 2023 In general, Koreans like to eat boiling-hot soup and sweat when they are sick. In Geoje, we’ve found that a hearty bowl of blowfish soup is the best remedy for all our ills. Saeng Dae Bok, A Live Giant Blowfish Restaurant in Geoje With a strong recommendation from a new friend from Geoje, we visited a restaurant …
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February 22, 2023 It was a beautiful spring day in 2022. After almost done with unpacking and decorating, we decided to wonder around nearby areas. A building just in front of our apartment complex entrance has a few shops including a small cozy coffee shop called “Fillip”. The coffee shop owner advised us to take …
February 17, 2023 Moving to a new place It did not take long to physically move to Geoje (거제 in Korean), the second largest island in South Korea, once a moving company was decided. And in less than a couple of weeks, we were able to settle in our new home. After living in Japan …
February 15, 2023 Yeah!! Finally, I created my first blog!! Welcome to the “Geoje Story” blog!! On this blog, I will take you on a journey through the island of Geoje located in the southern part of South Korea, showcasing its natural beauty (or ugliness), culture, and history. I will also share personal stories of …