Tag Archives: Gyeongbokgung
Chuseok 2016: Five Places to Visit in Korea
So for some, mostly the international school gang, their Chuseok began on Friday at 4:30KST and like most people on holidays, their social media is currently bursting with selfies from all around Asia… and here I am.. sitting in me flat, with me wife, and two crying children, writing this column… Chuseok ain’t what it […]
A DerekvsLP Short Film – A Quick Tour of Gwanghwamun Square and Gyeongbokgung Palace
Take a quick tour of Gwanghwamun Square and Gyeongbokgung Palace with Soyoon Kim! Big thanks to Randall Riojas my talented photographer, video editor and friend. Enjoy!
Gyeongbokgung Palace: Part 2 – Geunjoengjeon, Sajeongjeon, Gangnyeongjeon and Gyotaejeon
Welcome back to part two of my series focused on Gyeongbokgung. This post will focus on Geunjoengjoen, which acted as the royal palace for the king and his delegates. As well, this post will focus on Sajeongjoen, where the king met with his advisors and often went to meditate on his decisions. Finally, we will […]
Gyeongbokgung Palace Part 1: A History and Gwanghwamun Gate
Introduction: Gyeongbokgung Palace in the heart of Seoul. If you visit Seoul, Gyeongbokgung is an absolute priority. Why you might ask? What makes it so special? Simple. Gyeongbokgung is not only visually stunning, but it symbolizes the heart and spirit of the Korean people. Gyeongbokgung will be a series of posts devoted to the castle “greatly blessed […]
Euro Gourmet Near Gyeongbokgung – Foie Gras on Baguettes?? Yes Please.
Happy Lunar New Year to you fine readers. This last week has been extremely busy with work, my parents visiting and of course, little Logan deciding he wants to party in the middle of the night. Thus, I apologize for not blogging, even though I have a couple of posts I’m really excited about. Jill, […]
Derek Versus Lonely Planet 