Life in South Korea

Forest healing refers to activities that enhance the immunization of the human body by using the various elements in the forest to restore health to the body and mind.   The Busan Healing Forest  located in Gijang is a wonderful place experience forest healing. Forest+Meditation makes a synergistic effect on promoting one's overall wellness. Programs enjoyable with the forest healing leader include forest play using natural elements, tea drinking, forest bath stretches, viewing the sky through the leaves, shouting while emptying uncomfortable feelings, shooting slingshots, walking the forest on a rainy day wearing a clear umbrella, idle meditation, barefoot walking, and cypress ball hand massage.  During this covid-19 pandemic, the role of activities like these become much more vital in our lives. Busan Healing Forest prepared useful programs that can be enjoyed with the forest healing leader. After two ho...

Shooting location of the recent Korean hit " The King, Eternal Monarch"! If you've enjoyed this show  then you know that this area has been depicted a lot of times, especially the huge rock monoliths which served as a portal between the two worlds!  Guess what, it's still there!  If you have been wondering where it was taken, read a long and find out how to go there. Disclaimer, unlike what is depicted in the show, the bamboo forest is located on the top of the mountain which will take about 20 min to hike.  Although this place is quite far from the main area of the city, it is worth making an effort to go there as you will be taking a stroll not just along a trail but you can actually enter inside the forest itself which is quite huge and filled with only bamboos!   As you walk along, you'll be in awe at the  majestic sight of the tall bamboos which exude an enchanting ambiance. You can get s...

Dudong Pyeonbaek Village (두동편백마을) When was the last time you visted a forest? Hiking along the forest is an environment-friendly activity perfect for nature enthusiasts. This village in Iksan offers a unique stroll along a forest filled with cypress trees! The village's name was derived from the nearby Pyeonbaek Namu Sup 편백나무 숲 (Cypress Tree Forest) which serves as its main attraction. Cypress trees emit various chemical substances which are good for the body and simply taking a stroll around the forest has various health benefits. It relives stress and strengthens bowel and cardiopulmonary functions. When you book an activity, you will have a tree planting activity inside the forest. You can place a cypress tree seedling in a pot and you also get the chance to take one along with you. Another bonus is you get to ride this very cool tractor on the way to the village. How cool is that! Harvesting 'Super...

Pinwheel Village 바람개비마을   This unique village got it's name from the thousands of colorful pinwheels installed along the straight flat biking road which stretches along for several kilometers.  One of the most recommended biking areas in South Korea!  Pinwheels + Biking make a good combination. It's truly a feel-good experience catching the wind amidst the uninterrupted view of the clear skies and lush green grass.  The pinwheels along the road make the whole area look like a dream, and they way they just stand along the road makes you feel like they're rooting for you to have a real good time.  There's also the nearby Geumgang River And some spots filled with wild flowers where you can take a detour and take some photos.  If your kind of leisure activity is biking with friends or loved ones in an area far away from the city, then this place is perfect for you. J...