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Seongsu Forest Road is at peak green right now. Go between 7โ9AM to beat the crowds before Pokรฉmon Festa opens.
Today's Tip: If you're exploring Korean Buddhist culture or visiting temples around Buddha's Birthday, understanding temple food traditions gives you deeper insight into the spiritual side of Korean heritage.
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May 24
North Korea's Naegohyang Wins AFC Women's Soccer Title
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May 24
SM Entertainment Launches Monthly Concert Series on Samsung TV Plus
SM Entertainment and Samsung Electronics are teaming up to stream monthly K-pop concerts on Samsung โฆ
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May 24
Ex-MLB Star Hiura Joins KBO to Revive Power-Hitting Career
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Temple Food as Spiritual Practice: Buddha's Birthday Traditions
A Grade 1 temple food expert is preparing yeonipbap (lotus leaf rice) ahead of Buddha's Birthday thiโฆ
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K-drama 'Perfect Crown' in Hot Water Over Joseon Ritual Portrayal
Hit K-drama 'Perfect Crown' (starring IU and Byeon Woo-seok) is facing backlash for depicting Joseonโฆ
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