Project Gora
Coming from the Philippines, where there is no winter season, going on a winter trip has always posed a challenge. In 2015, I experienced my first winter snowfall in South Korea. I spent months preparing for that trip, from choosing the right winter jacket to the innerwear. However, my preparation was not sufficient, as I […]
We flew from Seoul to Jeju on our second day in South Korea. Upon arrival in our hotel, we immediately ask the receptionist to contact a cab driver to take us around Jeju. Since we did not have enough time for breakfast, we were looking forward for our lunch. We told Mr. Kang, our cab […]
South Korea has always fascinated me with its rich history and vibrant culture, which I’ve admired through countless Korean dramas. From the grandeur of royal palaces and charming traditional Hanok villages to the artistry of ceramics, the allure of rice wine, and the elegance of Hanbok, there’s so much to love. But I never imagined […]
It was our last day in South Korea when we went to Hwacheon, a sleepy remote town in Gangwon-do. To complete our winter experience, my friend suggested us to attend an ice festival called Hwacheon Sancheoneo (Mountain Trout) which is being held annually for three weeks. Here’s the photographic aftermath of that little adventure. We arrived […]