Do you know that Korean taxis are colour-coded?
Or that Korean food is the latest super food?
Or maybe you want to know what South Koreans do in their free time?
Well look no further as we are here to bring you 3 interesting facts about Korea and her people that are bound to blow your mind away.
Fact No 1:
Love to shop? Our advice - go to South Korea. If you thought you've seen big shops in London or Paris, wait till you visit South Korea. Shopping is literally brought to an entire new level over there. Seoul shopping centres are like small towns, filled with beautiful people buying beautiful things round the clock.
Fact No 2:
Have you always wondered how did Korean stars, or even ordinary citizens stay slim and healthy? The answer lies within their diet. The South Korean diet is perfect for good health and staying lean. A typical meal includes lots of delicious vegetables, herbs, spices with small amounts of meat or fish, eaten with rice. It tastes awesome, and at the same time, is perfectly balanced for good health. Sounds great, doesn't it?
Fact No 3:
Try hailing a cab in Korea! Hail a grey or white taxi, and you'll get a basic car with a less experienced but still fully qualified driver. Choose a black one, and you get a bit more luxury and a more experienced driver. But it will cost you more. Besides, whichever way you go the driver will probably be watching the TV in the cab... WHILE TAKING YOU TO YOUR DESTINATION!
Fact No 4:
Do you know that... Well I think I'll leave that for our next post. ;)
This is EJ signing off.
Wednesday, 9 November 2011
Tuesday, 1 November 2011
Juwangsan Mountain
Guys and Girls
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Looking for Korean Tourism? There is a nice place that I would like to introduce- Juwangsan Mt
4 point that what I felt for this tourism which are:
Below was the briefly describe of Juwangsan Mountain
source from : http://english.visitkorea.or.kr/enu/SI/SI_EN_3_6.jsp?cid=1414500
From mid-October to early or mid-November, the mountains of Korea don their most brilliant colors and come alive with the joyous chatter of hikers. Mountains gradually change their hues from North to South. Though people in the south may have to wait a little longer to see the autumn foliage than those in the north, the autumn leaves in the south don’t fall to the ground until later in the season.
The most famous mountains in the south for fall leaves are Mount Juwangsan, Mount Naejangsan, and Mount Jirisan. Mount Juwangsan, in particular, has gentle slopes that are easy for beginner hikers and a rainbow of fall leaves that can be seen from the foot of the mountain. Near Juwangsan National Park is Jusanji Pond, a manmade reservoir that is another popular autumn retreat, and forty kilometers east is the ocean.
In this same cluster of recommended fall destinations is Yeongdeok Blue Road, a road so beautiful that it was officially designated a Culture & Ecology Trail in 2009. The trail stretches for about 50 kilometers from Gangguhang Port to Goraebul Beach, passing by the sea, coastal cliffs, port villages, and beaches. Perfect for a leisurely stroll and rife with attractions, the road has recently been gaining attention from tourists.
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Looking for Korean Tourism? There is a nice place that I would like to introduce- Juwangsan Mt
4 point that what I felt for this tourism which are:
- -It's a place that make you feel comfortable and throw away your stress and relax on every moment.
- -An environment that fulfill with fresh air
- -The view of the Juwangsan Mt. is really awesome that you have never seen and experience it before.
- -A chance to experience mountain-hiking along the path of the journey.
Below was the briefly describe of Juwangsan Mountain
source from : http://english.visitkorea.or.kr/enu/SI/SI_EN_3_6.jsp?cid=1414500
From mid-October to early or mid-November, the mountains of Korea don their most brilliant colors and come alive with the joyous chatter of hikers. Mountains gradually change their hues from North to South. Though people in the south may have to wait a little longer to see the autumn foliage than those in the north, the autumn leaves in the south don’t fall to the ground until later in the season.
The most famous mountains in the south for fall leaves are Mount Juwangsan, Mount Naejangsan, and Mount Jirisan. Mount Juwangsan, in particular, has gentle slopes that are easy for beginner hikers and a rainbow of fall leaves that can be seen from the foot of the mountain. Near Juwangsan National Park is Jusanji Pond, a manmade reservoir that is another popular autumn retreat, and forty kilometers east is the ocean.
In this same cluster of recommended fall destinations is Yeongdeok Blue Road, a road so beautiful that it was officially designated a Culture & Ecology Trail in 2009. The trail stretches for about 50 kilometers from Gangguhang Port to Goraebul Beach, passing by the sea, coastal cliffs, port villages, and beaches. Perfect for a leisurely stroll and rife with attractions, the road has recently been gaining attention from tourists.
The above show that the tourism attraction map and location.
Do u get attract with it? For further information you may look up at http://asiaenglish.visitkorea.or.kr/ena/SI/SI_EN_3_4_19_2.jsp
source from : http://english.visitkorea.or.kr/enu/SI/SI_EN_3_6.jsp?cid=881291
http://asiaenglish.visitkorea.or.kr/ena/SI/SI_EN_3_4_19_2.jsp
http://asiaenglish.visitkorea.or.kr/ena/SI/SI_EN_3_4_19_2.jsp
Posted by SinG
Monday, 24 October 2011
Learn more about capital of Korea, Seoul
SEOUL
Population: 10,208,302 (2009 estimate)
Land Area: 233.7 square miles (605.2 sq km)
Average Elevation: 282 feet (86 m)
The view of Hyangwonjong Pavilion Lake.
Seoul is the capital and largest city in South Korea. It is considered as one of the largest cities in the entire world because it has a population of over ten million people. Almost half of the South Korea's entire population lives in the Seoul National Capital Area (which also includes Incheon and Gyeonggi and makes it the second largest metropolitan area in the world). Because of its very large population, Seoul is considered a global city and it is the center of South Korea's economy, culture and politics.
The following is a list of nine important facts to know about Seoul, South Korea:
1) Seoul was known by a number of different names. The name Seoul originated from the Korean word for capital city, Seoraneol. The name Seoul is interesting however because it has no matching Chinese characters, instead a Chinese name for the city(汉城 Han Cheng), which sounds similar has recently been chosen.
2) Seoul has been continuously settled for over 2,000 years and it is believed that the city was first founded in 18 B.C.E by the Baekje, one of the Three Kingdoms of Korea. The city also remained as the capital of Korea during the Joseon Dynasty and the Korean Empire. During Japanese colonization of Korea in the early 20th century, Seoul became known as Gyeongseong.
3) In 1945, Korea gained its independence from Japan and the city was renamed Seoul. In 1949, the city separated from Gyeonggi Province and it became a "special city." In 1950 however, North Korean troops occupied the city during the Korean War and the entire city was nearly destroyed. On March 14, 1951, United Nations forces took control of Seoul and since then, the city has rebuilt and grown considerably.
4) Today, Seoul has been the capital city for more than 600 years. Seoul is still considered a special city, or a direct controlled municipality, in that it as a city has a status equal to that of a province. This means that it has no provincial government controlling it; rather the federal government of South Korea controls it directly.
5) Seoul has become the headquarters for many international companies. Currently it is the headquarters of companies like Samsung, LG, Hyundai and Kia. In addition to its large multinational companies, Seoul's economy is focused on tourism, building and manufacturing. The city is also known for its shopping and the Dongdaemun Market, which is the largest market in South Korea, is located in Jongno-gu district. Seoul is has more than 100 museums from the prominent National Museum of Korea to the outdoor museums, such as Bukchon Hanok Village, which display traditional Korean houses and artifacts. The metropolitan area also has six major parks, including the Seoul Forest; Cheonggyecheon; and with the backdrop of Seoul’s skyline, Namsan Park. Seoul has hosted important global events too, including the 1986 Asian Games, 1998 Summer Olympics, 2002 FIFA World Cup and G-20 Summit in November 2010.
The night view of Dongdaemun Market.
6) Due to its very large population and relatively small area, Seoul is known for its population density which is about 44,776 people per square mile (17,288 people per sq km). As such, much of the city consists of dense high rise apartment buildings. Mostly all of Seoul's residents are of Korean descent, although there are some small groups of Chinese and Japanese.
7) Located in the northwestern region of South Korea (map). The Han River bisects the city in half, with most of the cultural and historical sites located in the northern region and the financial center in the south(which was previously used as a trade route to China and helped the city grow). The Han River is no longer used for navigation however because its estuary is at the border between North and South Korea. Seoul is surrounded by several mountains but the city itself is relatively flat because it is on the Han River plain.
Night view of Han river.
8) Seoul is divided into 25 administrative divisions called gu. Each gu has its own government and each is divided into several neighborhoods called a dong. Each gu in Seoul varies in both size and population and Songpa has the largest population. Seocho is the gu with the largest area in Seoul.
9) The climate of Seoul is considered both humid subtropical and humid continental (the city lies on the border of these). Summers are hot and humid and the East Asian monsoon has a strong impact on Seoul's weather from June to July. Winters are usually cold and dry, although the city gets an average of 28 days of snow per year. The average January low temperature for Seoul is 21˚F (-6˚C) and the average August high temperature is 85˚F (29.5˚C).
Source from : http://geography.about.com/od/southkorea/a/Ten-Facts-About-Seoul-South-Korea.htm
http://traveltips.usatoday.com/things-seoul-korea-12599.html
Population: 10,208,302 (2009 estimate)
Land Area: 233.7 square miles (605.2 sq km)
Average Elevation: 282 feet (86 m)
The view of Hyangwonjong Pavilion Lake.
The following is a list of nine important facts to know about Seoul, South Korea:
1) Seoul was known by a number of different names. The name Seoul originated from the Korean word for capital city, Seoraneol. The name Seoul is interesting however because it has no matching Chinese characters, instead a Chinese name for the city(汉城 Han Cheng), which sounds similar has recently been chosen.
2) Seoul has been continuously settled for over 2,000 years and it is believed that the city was first founded in 18 B.C.E by the Baekje, one of the Three Kingdoms of Korea. The city also remained as the capital of Korea during the Joseon Dynasty and the Korean Empire. During Japanese colonization of Korea in the early 20th century, Seoul became known as Gyeongseong.
3) In 1945, Korea gained its independence from Japan and the city was renamed Seoul. In 1949, the city separated from Gyeonggi Province and it became a "special city." In 1950 however, North Korean troops occupied the city during the Korean War and the entire city was nearly destroyed. On March 14, 1951, United Nations forces took control of Seoul and since then, the city has rebuilt and grown considerably.
4) Today, Seoul has been the capital city for more than 600 years. Seoul is still considered a special city, or a direct controlled municipality, in that it as a city has a status equal to that of a province. This means that it has no provincial government controlling it; rather the federal government of South Korea controls it directly.
5) Seoul has become the headquarters for many international companies. Currently it is the headquarters of companies like Samsung, LG, Hyundai and Kia. In addition to its large multinational companies, Seoul's economy is focused on tourism, building and manufacturing. The city is also known for its shopping and the Dongdaemun Market, which is the largest market in South Korea, is located in Jongno-gu district. Seoul is has more than 100 museums from the prominent National Museum of Korea to the outdoor museums, such as Bukchon Hanok Village, which display traditional Korean houses and artifacts. The metropolitan area also has six major parks, including the Seoul Forest; Cheonggyecheon; and with the backdrop of Seoul’s skyline, Namsan Park. Seoul has hosted important global events too, including the 1986 Asian Games, 1998 Summer Olympics, 2002 FIFA World Cup and G-20 Summit in November 2010.
The night view of Dongdaemun Market.
6) Due to its very large population and relatively small area, Seoul is known for its population density which is about 44,776 people per square mile (17,288 people per sq km). As such, much of the city consists of dense high rise apartment buildings. Mostly all of Seoul's residents are of Korean descent, although there are some small groups of Chinese and Japanese.
7) Located in the northwestern region of South Korea (map). The Han River bisects the city in half, with most of the cultural and historical sites located in the northern region and the financial center in the south(which was previously used as a trade route to China and helped the city grow). The Han River is no longer used for navigation however because its estuary is at the border between North and South Korea. Seoul is surrounded by several mountains but the city itself is relatively flat because it is on the Han River plain.
Night view of Han river.
8) Seoul is divided into 25 administrative divisions called gu. Each gu has its own government and each is divided into several neighborhoods called a dong. Each gu in Seoul varies in both size and population and Songpa has the largest population. Seocho is the gu with the largest area in Seoul.
9) The climate of Seoul is considered both humid subtropical and humid continental (the city lies on the border of these). Summers are hot and humid and the East Asian monsoon has a strong impact on Seoul's weather from June to July. Winters are usually cold and dry, although the city gets an average of 28 days of snow per year. The average January low temperature for Seoul is 21˚F (-6˚C) and the average August high temperature is 85˚F (29.5˚C).
Source from : http://geography.about.com/od/southkorea/a/Ten-Facts-About-Seoul-South-Korea.htm
http://traveltips.usatoday.com/things-seoul-korea-12599.html
Saturday, 22 October 2011
Friday, 12 August 2011
Its THAT time of the year again!!!
The day was 4th of July, 2011. It was a significant day for our club. Because on that day, we had our first AMG~!!
"HighK please gather here!"
Where is my name? Where is my name?
Free gifts :D
What a loooooooong queue~~~~
I cant wait! I cant wait!
Our oh-so-handsome emcee!
Put your hands together for our beloved advisors!
Say CHEESE =D
To all our beloved beloved members, we would like to express our gratitude and appreciation for giving us your fullest support and cooperation to our club :) You guys are the 12th member of our 'football' team. Kamsahamnida!!!
Monday, 1 August 2011
The membership card privileges 2011/2012
The following is our membership card privileges for year 2011/2012:
-Discount 30%
Address : No. 69, Jalan Tun Tan Cheng Lock,
75200 Melaka.
( Near Jonker Street)
Contact Number : 06-284 1606
Email: subinbak@hanmail.net
Webside: http://www.soobinart.com/
Address : No. 600,Jalan Melaka Raya 10, Taman Melaka Raya,
75000Melaka.
Contact Number :06-281 1230
-Discount 15% during Monday till Thursday (for CASH ONLY)
-Discount additional 5% during Birthday(discount included family and friends)
Address : Lot B1-1. Boulevard II,
One Ampang Avenue,
Jln Ampang Utama 2/2, 68000 Ampang,
Selangor.
Contact Number : 03-42511004 H/P: 016-9858482 - Johnny Lim (Korean)
Email: ccccuuuu@hanmail.net
Business hour: Monday-Saturday 11:30am - 12:00am
Sunday 2:00pm - 12:00pm
Address : 1-1, Jalan Berkat 3,
Taman Malim Jaya,
75250 Melaka.
Contact Number : 016-685 8550/ 016-7996002/ 016-6461434/ 016-2225836
Email : romanticostumes@yahoo.com
Website : http://www.newgads.com/Romantic-Costumes
Business Hours : Tuesday to Saturday from 11.30am till 6.00pm
*Terms and Conditions :
-The membership card must be presented together with your Student ID in order to enjoy member privileges.
-This membership card is not transferable.
Soo Bin Fine Art
Address : No. 69, Jalan Tun Tan Cheng Lock,
75200 Melaka.
( Near Jonker Street)
Contact Number : 06-284 1606
Email: subinbak@hanmail.net
Webside: http://www.soobinart.com/
Tok Su Gung Restaurant
- Free a Kimchi pancakeAddress : No. 600,Jalan Melaka Raya 10, Taman Melaka Raya,
75000Melaka.
Contact Number :
Chung Wa Dae Restaurant
- Discount 10% during Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Public Holiday(for CASH ONLY)-Discount 15% during Monday till Thursday (for CASH ONLY)
-Discount additional 5% during Birthday(discount included family and friends)
Address : Lot B1-1. Boulevard II,
One Ampang Avenue,
Jln Ampang Utama 2/2, 68000 Ampang,
Selangor.
Contact Number : 03-42511004 H/P: 016-9858482 - Johnny Lim (Korean)
Email: ccccuuuu@hanmail.net
Business hour: Monday-Saturday 11:30am - 12:00am
Sunday 2:00pm - 12:00pm
Romantic Costumes Collection
-Discount 10%
Address : 1-1, Jalan Berkat 3,
Taman Malim Jaya,
75250 Melaka.
Contact Number : 016-685 8550/ 016-7996002/ 016-6461434/ 016-2225836
Email : romanticostumes@yahoo.com
Website : http://www.newgads.com/Romantic-Costumes
Business Hours : Tuesday to Saturday from 11.30am till 6.00pm
*Terms and Conditions :
-The membership card must be presented together with your Student ID in order to enjoy member privileges.
-This membership card is not transferable.
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