An introduction to Dolhareubang, Jeju, South Korea

December 17, 2007 by Sara Stillman · Leave a Comment
Filed under: Art Galleries & Museums, Things to See

What visitor to Jeju hasn’t marvelled at the mysteries and origins of Dolhareubang with their big eyes, round bellies, and secretive grins? In my first few weeks walking around the Island, I never felt like I was truly alone - volcanic rock “Grandfather Stones” peeked out of the grass on the side of roads and stood watch at the foot of bridges and doorways.

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Greenville organic supermarkets, Jeju, South Korea

December 10, 2007 by Jim Saunders · Leave a Comment
Filed under: Places to Eat, Shops & Stores

With established supermarket chains such as Emart and the brand new Sammoo Healand Organic Centre providing broader organic choices, Jeju Life devotes some space to investigating our options on the Island. We profile Greenville Organic Supermarkets.

With three stores dotted across the Island, the Greenville Organic Supermarkets offer relatively convenient places to purchase organic products. Carrying a wide-ranging (though incomplete) inventory there is a good selection with one or two more unique items found stowed away in its recesses. We visited the Nohyeong and Gu-Jeju locations.

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Myeong Gwan Ok and hanji art craft, Jeju, South Korea

December 10, 2007 by Chris Evans · Leave a Comment
Filed under: Art Galleries & Museums, Interviews, Things to Do

The open smile and warm eyes belonged to Myeong Gwan Ok (명관옥) as she greeted me on arrival at Yae Ji Won (예지원) in Bomok Village, not far from Seogwipo’s city centre. Visits to Seoul have kept Gwan Ok very busy during the last month or so. A couple of weeks ago time allowed her to share knowledge about her craft with me. Gwan Ok calls her craft Hanji Art Craft and if translated literally, one would be saying Korean paper art craft: A craft that uses paper made from the Mulberry tree.

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Taewangsasingi drama set, Jeju, South Korea

December 9, 2007 by Jim Saunders · Leave a Comment
Filed under: Art Galleries & Museums, Jeju & Korean Culture, Things to Do, Things to See

Korean drama on a grand scale, “Taewangsasingi”, has been on TV screens since mid September. Starring Korean wave actor Bae Yong-joon as Gwanggaeto the Great (391-413) it follows the life of Gwanggaeto and his reign. A reign that establishes the Goguryeo kingdom as a dominant power on the Korean peninsular. The drama itself is a twenty four part mix of history and fantasy with movie extravagance for the small screen.

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Climbing around Jeju, Jeju, South Korea

December 7, 2007 by Danielle Mader · Leave a Comment
Filed under: Outdoor Activities, Sport on Jeju, Things to Do

Looking for a challenge? Seeking vertical adventure? Then come cram your feet into some tiny little shoes that make your toes feel like they are being squished into your heels, cinch yourself into a “Cadillac” of a harness (which still is a collection of straps that pull your underwear into nether regions) and tie yourself onto a really long rope. After your straps and knots have been checked over by the expert that is belaying you (holding the rope that you are depending on to save you from a fall), you are ready to reach for the heights but what you are climbing depends on your location.

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An interview with Fred Dustin, Jeju, South Korea

December 7, 2007 by Brian Miller · 1 Comment
Filed under: Interviews, Jeju & Korean Culture

Fred Dustin is a Jeju institution. He’s lived on the island for nearly 37 years but has been in Korea for over 55. His life story, as well as his tales of a Jeju long since past are received by today’s ex-pats with a kind of respect that borders on awe.