This morning we visited the Hanok Village in Jeonju to get a traditional Korean experience. Like any such place anymore, it was a bit of a tourist trap, but we had a great time.
These red peppers were just lying out on round stone “stumps.”
Our exploring buddies for much of the morning. UPDATE: They have since become our exploring buddies and closest friends in Daegu. This was the day that started it all, and we’re so happy it did!
This is the entrance to the Gyeonggi Shrine, built in AD 1410 to enshrine the portrait of Seong Kye Le, the first King of the Joseon Dynasty.
I love the umbrellas here and can’t wait to buy some. I also love bamboo.
Ajummas (older women) with umbrellas were everywhere.
Our main activity of the morning was to decorate handheld fans (the non-collapsible variety) with an assortment of decorative papers.
There were some amazing fans created. I really like the one Josh made.
Then we walked over to a restaurant in the village to enjoy a meal with plenty of banchan (side dishes)…
…and bibimbap, the traditional dish of Jeonju and one of Korea’s most popular. You start with a variety of vegetables, a little meat, a fried egg and red pepper paste in your bowl…
Then add rice and mix it all together. It’s delicious!
After lunch, we briefly visited the Jeondong Cathedral built in 1908-1914.
There were some lovely flowers nearby.
Then we concluded our time by watching a traditional but action-packed dance performance.
These two were interesting characters who joined in the dancing.
And so did a bunch of EPIK teachers, after being invited to do so by the dancers. It was quite a sight!
Stay tuned for photos from our afternoon visit to the Keumsan Buddhist Temple. Miserably hot, but beautiful!
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