Just another world from Ploy's view
During my time living in the Nangok area, I frequently relied on the train commuting to and from Sindaebang Station as my regular means of transportation. The station stands elevated over Dorimcheon, a charming waterway that originates somewhere near Gwanak Mountain. Beneath the elevated railway lies a delightful network of walkways, flanking the shallow stream …
Seoul Forest, or “Seoul-sup” (서울숲) in Korean, sprawls across the north bank of the Han River in Seoul’s Seongdong neighborhood. As the third largest park in the capital of Korea, it stands only surpassed by World Cup Park in Mapo-gu and Olympic Park in Songpa-gu. Encompassing a vast expanse of over 3,000 acres, the park …
When passing by a city, to be either en route to the planned destination or on the way back home, a short stop for a brief peek at the beauty that side-track has to offer can indubitably be a bonus of the trip. And at times, if you are coming from Seoul and planning on …
The only gratitude I could express to the wintry gale, which was howling tirelessly on the first night of the year, was for ousting me towards the Kumakase storefront – one of the very few diners in the Mokdong area that opened as most were taking a break on January 1st. Admittedly, I almost gave …
For someone who lives in the southwest of the Han River, Mokdong neighborhood is always on my radar when finding assorted matjib (맛집) which is a Korean made-up word for an eatery that provides delicious food. Last weekend, I, again, entrusted the area with hopes to celebrate the first night of the year with a …
Ever since relocating to the charming Sinjeong neighborhood last year, I’ve embarked on a delightful culinary journey, exploring various eateries in and around Yangcheon-gu, an enchanting region situated in the southwestern part of Seoul. Amongst these experiences, one restaurant’s name has consistently graced my credit card billing statement – Majangdong Kimssi Sinjeongnegeori Station Branch. In …
I am well aware that writing about what the title suggests might be considered late. Undoubtedly, countless articles have already been published online, extensively guiding readers through the picturesque city of Pohang and its various locations used to portray the fictional Gonjin Village in the highly successful 2021 K-TV series, Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha (갯마을 차차차). Nevertheless, …
I’d never call my previous week in BEXCO, where I roamed through endless halls presenting schoolwork, a real taste of Busan. A decade ago, my visit to this second-largest city of Korea only taught me that Haeundae was a beach and Gwangalli was just another beach. That’s why my recent road trip down south, just …
When you type “Busan” into Google, one of the first images to pop up is the vibrant, colorful cluster of homes in Gamcheon Culture Village. This picturesque village, perched on a steep mountainside, has become a symbol of Busan’s charm, often overshadowing even the city’s famous beaches. While most visitors flock to the village’s well-known …
Having been living in Korea for over a decade, I am; therefore, no stranger to the ever-changing prosperity of the country’s capital. Nonetheless, what fascinates me is an abundance of olden vibe boasting shops that Seoul has retained and kept within its dense concrete jungle, in which many of them are bestowed with the title …