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In this article, we’ll be talking about a very interesting aspect of culture: Clothing in South Korea.

One of the most important things of consideration, whenever you travel to a place, is not just how to put together the most fun and productive itinerary, but also what to wear whilst there. How do you plan your outfits for the season in place during your trip? And even more importantly: what not to wear when in South Korea, so you do not offend anyone?

In this article, we hope to answer some of your questions regarding Korean clothing, from traditional clothes to modern styles and where to purchase them. We hope this will answer your wonders of what type of clothes you should avoid wearing, and which of your outfits best correspond with each season South Korea has.

Why Learn About South Korean Clothing?

Your interest in local clothing styles and fashion may even go beyond the seasonal and cultural aspects.

You may wonder a lot what traditional clothes in South Korea are like, especially upon seeing a photo of a gorgeous hanbok online. Or you may drool after the pretty clothes or that Korean traditional hat that you see worn in Korean dramas, and wonder whether you can fill your suitcase with similar clothes before you head back home from Korea.

You might find yourself watching a historical drama with traditional Korean aesthetics and you might even imagine yourself wearing traditional Korean clothes, running around in villages with traditional Korean houses.

In fact, Korean fashion has been taking up the world like a storm, just like Korean popular culture has.

What do they wear in South Korea?

Although you see a lot of western clothing and influences in south Korea. There are notable differences in Korean fashion. You might have seen this unique style in music videos or your favorite Korean drama.

There are a lot of expected similarities with the fashion styles of the west, specifically those that also have four seasons. During winter, for example, it is obviously common to wear warm winter clothes. Summer is where clothing with high-grade lightweight materials becomes popular.

Korean Fashion

However, Korea has developed distinctive clothing styles that set it apart from the rest of the world. Although many young Koreans do still prefer clothes inspired by their western counterparts, there are a lot of elements in Korean fashion, both in formal and casual wear, that are quite unique.

Weather patterns have influenced differences in what the regional fashion industry can produce. For example, not only does South Korea has four distinct seasons, but each of their seasons also may not be directly comparable with your own country’s equivalent seasons. For example, for a Northern European, South Korea’s spring and fall seasons may already feel similar to summer up north. Alternatively, for someone from a tropical country, where seasons primarily alternate between dry and wet, South Korea’s diverse season may offer a lot of adapting to get used to. Koreans are quite fond of having four seasons that all come with their own distinct flare – and you’ll want to be prepared for them so that you can fall in love with them, too! Or, at the very least, manage them through.

What is the popular clothing style in general?

Essentially, there isn’t one specific clothing style, such as goth or preppy, that majority of Koreans would fall under. However, unless you are visiting a university’s engineering department during the finals season, or something equivalent, you likely won’t see many people dressed super casually, in sweats or the like. Koreans like to take care of their appearance from head to toe, and it shows clearly on the streets. For both formal clothing and casual wear, the clothing style is usually planned further than simply throwing on the first clothes they find in the closet.

Korean people are fond of enjoying colorful clothes. They’re not afraid to use various clothing materials to express themselves and their modern artistic sensibility. If you check out music videos or have watched a Korean drama, you see that there’s really a burst of colorful clothes.

One thing to note is that traditional Korean aesthetics are actually still trendy especially when younger designers reinterpret traditional Korean designs. Although a lot of today’s youth prefer clothes inspired by mostly modern western styles, some elements of Korea’s traditional clothing do still pop up in modern-day designs. You see special fashion events where designers reinterpret traditional Korean designs and make them more modern. They add a uniquely Korean artistic significance to fashion, while still keeping up with the times.

How conservative are Koreans in what they choose to wear?

While Koreans are not overly conservative, expecting you to cover yourself from head to toe, they are a lot more modest than for example many Western countries who adapt modern western styles. For men, this mainly means keeping your shirt on at all times.

For women, it’s a little bit more complex. It’s typically best to avoid wearing a low-cut top, or one that exposes your shoulders and/or stomach. Cold shoulder and off-shoulder tops, as well as even crop tops, are getting more popular among young Korean women today, but try to limit especially tops like tank tops in your wardrobe when in Korea. However, short skirts and shorts are OK.

There are also formal occasions and special family occasions that require distinct clothing styles. Korean people are usually mindful of the guests of whatever occasion they might be going to know what to wear on that specific occasion.

Are clothes cheap in South Korea?

It largely depends on where you shop for the clothes. If you are in South Korea, you will have access to all their street shops, where clothes are typically priced at their most affordable. Of course, there is then the trade-off in quality. Korean people are fond of affordable fashion items with great aesthetic taste so generally, you can find cheap and wonderful fashion finds in Korea.

When shopping online, whether you’re buying an everyday dress or even a wedding dress, the price of the clothes is often more expensive than if you shopped in the stores locally, but overall Korean fashion is reasonably priced in comparison to many international brands.

How to purchase Korean clothing for yourself?

South Korean Fashion is so popular that in fact, the regional fashion industry in Korea has gained international acclaim and has attracted foreign tourists and international fashionistas. Upon seeing how stylish many Koreans are and how much aesthetic taste they have, you may want to add some of that same sense of style and outfit choices onto your wardrobe repertoire.

But where can you shop for Korean clothes, if you are not in Korea? Or what if you are in Korea, but you don’t have the time and effort to brave Korea’s busiest fashion streets? Well, while it may have been an issue a few years ago, today it can be incredibly easy to find a Korean online store with international shipping! All it comes down to is sizing. Below we’ve listed some recommended online shops for purchasing Korean fashion.

What are popular clothing brands in South Korea?

And if you are in Korea, we highly recommend shopping there, from brands to street shops, as there are so many cute styles out there! Here are some brands and outlets that foreign tourists and locals are raving about:

• YESSTYLE – Right off the bat, YesStyle is probably the most famous and longest-running online shop selling Korean brands. They do also sell clothes from other countries, as well as other items like cosmetics, art goods, and whatnot. Of all the shops on the list, they likely have some of the cheapest clothing on offer, but the quality of the clothing on their site may also vary the greatest from product to product.
• CHUU – CHUU’s shop is primarily focused on selling clothes from their own brand collection, some of which have been purchased from outside retailers, and some of which have been created by in-house designers. They are most famous for their jeans, but their shop is full of chic clothing that dances around the lines of cute, cool, and sensual, the majority of which are sold at a sensible price.
• STHSWEET – This site is specifically engineered for an international audience. They also sell CHUU’s collection which has produced cool summer clothes to trendy warm winter clothes. This is in addition to around 20 other brands that they carry which features designs using various clothing materials. It’s an excellent selection of different types of brands, from cute, to elegant, to streetwear.
• DABAGIRL – One of the brands sold on STHSWEET’s site, DABAGIRL also has its own online store. The majority of the clothes on their site are from their own brand, but some clothing items from other brands are also sold on the site. The style of DABAGIRL is versatile, including casual clothes, more feminine styles, and also some more hip streetwear outfit ideas.
• KOODING – KOODING is quite similar to STHSWEET in that it sells a variety of different brands, many of which are similar to the brands on STHSWEET. They do have more brands on offer, but they also sell international brands such as Christian Dior and Estee Lauder, in addition to Korean clothing brands.
• STYLENANDA – STYLENANDA is one of the most famous Korean clothing brands, both locally and internationally. Much of what the site sells is from their own brand, which is focused on chic streetwear, but they also sell some clothes from other brands that fit their overall style.
• MIXXMIX – This is another site that offers a variety of different Korean clothing brands for purchase. Plenty of their clothes start at affordable pricing, but you can also find extremely expensive clothes on the site. They have approximately a dozen different brands they sell in their collection, and their advertising seems to be largely geared towards the Western audience.

Korean Traditional Clothes

Along with unique and remarkable food, Clothing is a huge part of Korean culture. Typically made with plain and patterned silks and other fabrics with intricate designs typically featuring graceful lines and national symbols, Traditional Clothing in Korea is unique and rich with history.

Traditional Korean Hanbok

The Hanbok(한복) is an article of distinctive clothing that’s unique to Korea. It has only been about 100 years or so that Koreans gave up on wearing hanbok daily. Up until then, there were different kinds of hanboks worn each day, depending on one’s class (upper classes wore a more colorful version), the time of year, whether it was a special event, and more. It is in fact, a huge part of Korean culture.

Today hanboks are reserved for special occasions only, like traditional holidays, which also means that most modern-day people only see one style of a hanbok being worn anymore.

The traditional hanbok does have a lot of the basic traditional features of clothing that are found in most East Asian countries. However, Korea developed distinctive clothing that set them apart from the rest of Asia.

What is a Hanbok?

You might have seen Korea’s traditional clothing in person during one of the Korean traditional holidays or you might have seen them in a historical Korean drama. This traditional Korean clothing comes with basic traditional features such as a bell-like shape, a slim-fitted top, and a wide bottom, especially the skirt for women. The top jacket for women is slim and cropped, creating an illusion of an exceptionally small upper body, while the wide skirt offers a full lower body in contrast, something that is seen as an attractive balance in Korea. This type of cut should be flattering on any type of body. The colorful variations are similar to what the upper classes wore in the olden days.

Every Korean has a hanbok in their closet. However, hanboks can also be rented for an hour or two in special shops near areas like Gyeongbok Palace and Bukchon Hanok Village in Seoul, and Jeonju Hanok Village in Jeonju. On these occasions, the hanboks are worn for fun.

Imagine yourself walking around in traditional Korean attire, strolling around the streets of a traditional Hanok village, walking past the traditional Korean houses, like a Korean person in the past would. This is a fun activity especially among Korean youth, but foreigners and tourists are welcome to it as well.

What is Hanbok made of?

The fabrics used in this traditional Korean clothing are light and usually vivid and vibrant in various colors, which have been created using natural dyes. You might see plain and patterned silks, cotton fabric, and other gorgeous fabrics. A Korean traditional hat that is worn with the hanbok along with hair accessories for women.

When do you wear a Hanbok?

Koreans may wear the hanbok for events where traditional Korean clothing is expected like Thanksgiving and Lunar New Year. Additionally, on a wedding day, the mothers of the bride and groom may also wear traditional Korean attire. And in a traditional wedding setting, the bride and groom will also get dolled up in special hanboks that are specifically worn during the wedding ceremony.

Children wear hanbok on special occasions as well and the parents are always ready to snap a picture of them.

These days, a modern hanbok exists as well. It follows the same guidelines as a traditional hanbok but is styled to fit use in daily life. It’s quite gorgeous as well, and you can even purchase one for yourself, along with other cute and affordable fashion items at The Korean in Me.

Dressing for Korea’s weather per season

As we mentioned above, Korea has four distinctive seasons, and you will want to think about your wardrobe accordingly for each of them. The weather can also change majorly in a short span of time, so you’ll want to be prepared for that as well. So before you hit Korea’s busiest fashion streets or the fashion district, make sure to check out the weather first!

Clothing for Spring

If cherry blossoms are your thing, then spring is the best season for you to visit Korea for that reason alone already. Spring also brings along the warmer temperatures. In March it may still be around the 10C degree mark, but by April and May, you may get to enjoy plenty of days with sunny weather and 20C degree temperatures. Since Koreans love enjoying colorful clothes, spring is usually a burst of color You’ll still want to wear those knitted cardigans, but you may not need a coat over them any longer. Or you may want to switch to a lighter coat, like a trench coat or another spring-fitted one. Because it may rain quite a bit, you’ll want to ensure your coat or jacket can handle the rain.

In general, including a lot of long-sleeved shirts, sweaters and hoodies, and long pants in your spring wardrobe in Korea is a sure-fire way to stay comfortable. For footwear, boots that won’t let the rain in are a good choice, as are some shoes and sneakers made for walking and hiking. And because especially evenings, nights, and mornings can remain quite cool, don’t forget to pack up a few pairs of warm socks as well!

Clothing for Summer

Summer in Korea is hot and humid and comes together with a month-lasting rainy season. That’s why cool summer clothes are usually in season during this time. You’ll want to wear clothes made with light fabrics that are breathable, such as linen or cotton fabric, and also focus on clothes that are loose-fitted. However, try not to fall into the trap of wearing tank tops or wifebeaters, as they are not common attire in Korea. Also, even at the beach, because of Korean tradition, you won’t see many people wearing bikinis; most Koreans will wear t-shirts or long-sleeved swim tops. As for shoes, it’s up to you whether you want to go for waterproof shoes or sandals.

Clothing for Fall

Once September hits, the temperatures slowly begin cooling again, giving much of the same degrees as the spring season would. Only, cherry blossoms are replaced with colorful autumn leaves. A layering tactic may be the way to go, as the day temperatures may still be around 20C, but then mornings and evenings will be much chillier. So even if you only need a t-shirt and a light jacket during the day, do keep a sweater or a cardigan tucked away in your bag waiting for the cooler temperatures that come around after sunset. You may even want to invest in a fleece jacket. For shoes, the same walking shoes and boots as you would wear during spring work excellently.

Clothing for Winter

Winter in Korea can get quite chilly, even when there is no snow on the ground. Especially if you come from a country that’s not like places like Canada or Northern Europe, you’ll probably feel the cold in your bones – even those from cold climates do! So it’s incredibly important to dress right if you’re in Korea in the wintertime; and considering how beautiful the country gets when there’s snow, you just may want to be. You’ll want to invest in a proper winter coat, have some cute sweaters underneath, and also protect your fingers and head with some gloves and winter hats. You may even want to consider a thermal layer in your wintertime outfits, and definitely also wear thick pants. For your feet, you want to put on warm socks and boots specific for winter wear.

Summary

Whether we’re talking about Korean traditional clothing or the modern styles of both Korean men and women, Koreans seem to have had a specific sense of style since the beginning of time. From a gorgeous traditional costume to today’s everyday wear, South Korea just may be one of the most stylish countries out there.

What do you think of Korean clothing and the everyday style of modern Koreans? Do you already own some Korean clothing or are you planning to make your first purchase? Let us know in the comments below! Your perfectly optimized content goes here!

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The recently announced Korea & Singapore Vaccinated Travel Lane (VTL) is due to begin on November 15th, 2021, allowing quarantine-free travel between Singapore and South Korea for tourists and other travellers.

After months of restricted travel, this is a welcome first step towards a return to normal air travel. However, there are still a number of restrictions in place and rules that must be followed to be able to enjoy quarantine-free travel on the Korea & Singapore VTL.

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What Is The Vaccinated Travel Lane?

The Korea & Singapore Vaccinated Travel Lane is a travel bubble between the two countries that allows fully vaccinated people to travel without having to quarantine on arrival.

It begins on November 15th, 2021, and is open for all travellers moving between the two countries, including those who are travelling for tourism.

At present, there are a number of conditions and restricted to the Vaccinated Travel Lane that can be confusing.

To avoid any problems when travelling between Singapore and Korea, this article will cover who can travel (plus exceptions), how to travel without quarantine, and which flights you can take for the VTL.

Who Can Use The Vaccinated Travel Lane?

The following people are eligible to use the Vaccinated Travel Lane between South Korea and Singapore:

• People who have been in Singapore or South Korea for at least 14 days before travelling.*
• People who have been fully vaccinated in either Singapore or South Korea.*
• Unvaccinated children 5 years and younger.

*Travellers to Singapore may also travel or be vaccinated in other VTL countries

There are some important things to note about who is or isn’t eligible when considering whether or not you can use the VTL.

1. You need to remain in Singapore or South Korea for 14 days before travelling. You can’t travel to a 3rd country within these 14 days or you will be ineligible to travel with the VTL.
2. Your vaccine certificate must be in English and issued in either Singapore or South Korea. There are exceptions for travellers who are going to Singapore, explained later.
3. Unvaccinated children over the age of 5 years old (6+) will not be able to travel on the VTL from Singapore to South Korea. This will be a problem for children aged 6 – 11 years of age as they aren’t able to get vaccinated at present.

The next section will explain more about vaccination and other requirements for travelling between Singapore and South Korea through the VTL.

Korea & Singapore VTL Requirements

This section will explain the requirements for travelling between Singapore and South Korea using the Vaccinated Travel Lanes.

There are different rules for travelling from Singapore to South Korea or from South Korea to Singapore. I’ll break these down in the two sections below.

If you plan to book a return trip, please be aware of the different requirements for each leg of the journey.

1: Singapore To Korea VTL Requirements.

Here are the requirements to travel on the Vaccinated Travel Lane from Singapore to South Korea. Details of travel from South Korea to Singapore are covered in the next section.

Purpose of Travel: Individual, group, commercial or tourism purposes are allowed on the VTL. Valid visas are also required, if applicable.

Travel Restrictions: Must not have travelled outside of Singapore in the last 14 days before departure.

Vaccination Requirements: Fully vaccinated for at least 14 days before travel with a WHO approved vaccine (Emergency Use List). Children 5 years and under do not need to be vaccinated.

Vaccination Certificates: must be in English and issued in Singapore or South Korea.

K-ETA Visa Requirements: All travellers to Korea from Singapore must have an approved K-ETA (Electronic Travel Authorisation) visa before travelling to Korea. This can be done online on the K-ETA website.

*Korean nationals and permanent residents do not require a K-ETA.

K-ETA website

*The K-ETA for Singapore is not yet active, but should be available before the start of the VTL on November 15th.

Visa Requirements: Singaporean citizens don’t need a visa to travel to Korea and can travel visa-free for up to 90 days. Travellers from Singapore that are not Singaporean citizens may need a visa. Please check with the Korean embassy for more details.

Pre-Departure PCR Testing: You must take a pre-departure COVID-19 PCR test up to 72 hours before departure and obtain a negative result. You must get an electronic or physical copy of the result to travel.

Singapore PCR Test Locations

On-Arrival PCR Testing: You should book an on-arrival PCR test for the date you will arrive in South Korea. You can book this online and complete the test after clearing customs.

Incheon Airport PCR Testing

*You must self-quarantine at a hotel or residence until you receive your negative result. If you test positive, you will have to undergo the mandatory 10 day self-quarantine provided at a Korean government facility.

Further PCR Tests: If you’re staying for more than 7 days, you must get a second PCR test on Day 6 or Day 7 (your arrival day is Day 0). After the test, you must self-quarantine again at your hotel until you get the results.

Self-Check Mobile App: All arrivals to Korea must install the Self-Check Mobile App to record and report their health status, including any possible symptoms of COVID-19.

Self-Check Mobile App

Travel Insurance: You must book COVID-19 Travel Insurance* with coverage of at least 30,000,000 Korean won (S$34,000). This only applies to short term travellers and not people moving to work or study long-term.

COVID-19 Travel Insurance

*not required for Korean nationals or permanent residents.

Flight Restrictions: You can only travel on certain direct flights between the two countries. Details of which flights are included later on.

2: Korea To Singapore VTL Requirements

Here are the requirements to travel on the Vaccinated Travel Lane from South Korea to Singapore. There are some differences between these requirements and those for travelling from Singapore to South Korea.

Purpose of Travel: Individual, group, commercial or tourism purposes are allowed on the VTL. Valid visas are also required, if applicable.

Travel Restrictions: Must not have travelled outside of South Korea, Singapore, or any other VTL country* in the last 14 days before departure.

*Singapore VTL countries include Brunei (only 1-way), Germany, Canada, Denmark, France, Italy, Netherlands, Spain, UK, USA, Australia (1-way from Nov 8th, 2-way from Nov 21st), Switzerland (From Nov 8th)

Vaccination Requirements: Fully vaccinated for at least 14 days before travel with a WHO approved vaccine (Emergency Use List). Children 5 years and under do not need to be vaccinated.

Vaccination Certificates: must be in English and issued in either Singapore, South Korea, or any other VTL country (see above). All vaccine certificates must be digitally certifiable (i.e. have a QR code for verification).

Apply For A VTP In Advance: Travellers to Singapore must apply for a Vaccinated Travel Pass (VTP) between 30 and 7 days before travelling to Singapore. This applies to short-term visitors and long-term pass holders only.*

VTP Website

*Singaporean nationals and permanent residents do not require a VTP.

SG Arrival Card: Similar to the K-ETA, travellers to Singapore must apply for the SG Arrival Card to be able to enter the country. This must be submitted within 3 days before your arrival in Singapore.

SG Arrival Card Website

Visa Requirements: Korea citizens don’t need a visa to travel to Singapore and can travel visa free for up to 90 days. Travellers from Korea that are not Korean citizens may need a visa. Please check with the Singaporean embassy for more details.

Singapore Visa Requirements

Pre-Departure PCR Testing: You must take a pre-departure COVID-19 PCR test up to 48 hours (not 72 like in Korea) before departure and obtain a negative result. You must get an electronic or physical copy of the result to travel.

Incheon Airport PCR Testing

On-Arrival PCR Testing: You should book an on-arrival PCR test for the date you will arrive in Singapore. You can book this online and complete the test after clearing customs.

Changi Airport PCR Test

*You must self-quarantine at a hotel or residence until you receive your negative result. If you test positive, you will have to undergo the mandatory 14 day self-quarantine.

Trace Together App: All short-term arrivals to Singapore must install the Trace Together App to record and report their health status, including any possible symptoms of COVID-19.

Trace Together App

Travel Insurance: You must book COVID-19 Travel Insurance* with coverage of at least 30,000,000 Korean won (S$34,000). This only applies to short term travellers and not people moving to work or study long term.

COVID-19 Travel Insurance

*not required for Singaporean nationals, permanent residents, or long-term pass holders.

Flight Restrictions: You can only travel on certain direct flights between the two countries. Details of which flights are included next.

What Flights Are Eligible For The VTL?

There are a limited number of flights between South Korea and Singapore that are part of the Vaccinated Travel Lane. These have been designated as VTL flights and you can only travel quarantine-free on one of these flights.

If you book a non-VTL designated flight, you will have to undergo the mandatory quarantine for 7-14 days (depending on the country).

VTL Designated Flights

There are several airlines operating VTL designated flights between Singapore and South Korea. These are:

• Korean Airlines*
• Asiana Airlines*
• Singapore Airlines
• Scoot

*These airlines also operate non-VTL designated flights

Vaccinated Travel Lane designated flights are all non-stop direct flights between Singapore and South Korea.

Korean Air VTL flights

The following flights are all VTL designated flights operated by Korean Air.

Flight Number:KE646
Route: Singapore to South Korea
Operating Days: Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Sunday
Flight Times: Depart 01:30 – Arrive 08:50

Flight Number: KE645
Route: South Korea to Singapore
Operating Days: Monday, Thursday, Saturday
Flight Times: Depart 18:35 – Arrive 00:10

Asiana Airlines VTL flights

The following flights are all VTL designated flights operated by Asiana Airlines.

Flight Number: OZ752
Route: Singapore to South Korea
Operating Days: Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Sunday
Flight Times: Depart 23:00 – Arrive 06:20

Flight Number: OZ751*
Route: South Korea to Singapore
Operating Days: Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Sunday
Flight Times: Depart 16:20 – Arrive 21:55

*This route is not expected to operate until December 5th, 2021

Singapore Airlines VTL flights

The following flights are all VTL designated flights operated by Singapore Airlines.

Flight Number: SQ608
Route: Singapore to South Korea
Operating Days: Wednesday, Friday, Sunday
Flight Times: Depart 01:25 – Arrive 08:50

Flight Number: SQ607
Route: South Korea to Singapore
Operating Days: Wednesday, Friday, Sunday
Flight Times: Depart 10:50 – Arrive 16:15

Flight Number: SQ600
Route: Singapore to South Korea
Operating Days: Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday
Flight Times: Depart 08:05 – Arrive 15:30

Flight Number: SQ601
Route: South Korea to Singapore
Operating Days: Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday
Flight Times: Depart 16:35 – Arrive 22:20

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The following flights are all VTL designated flights operated by Scoot.

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Operating Days: Monday
Flight Times: Depart 01:25 – Arrive 08:50

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Operating Days: Monday
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Non-VTL Designated Flights

The following flights are non-VTL designated flights, meaning you won’t be able to travel quarantine-free if you book them:

• KE643 (Korean Air) – Sunday
• OZ751 (Asiana) – Saturday

Where To Book VTL Designated Flights

You can book Vaccinated Travel Lane flights on any major flight-checker website.

Be sure to check that these are VTL designated flights and it would probably be best to book flexible tickets, just in case. The small extra expense can save you a lot if things go wrong.

Check Flights Travelling To Korea This Winter?

Do you dream of seeing the royal palaces of Seoul covered in snow? Want to experience freezing cold temperatures (and below)? Not sure where to visit and what to do during this frosty season?

Then check out some of my other articles about travelling to Korea during winter for the best places to see snow, winter activities to enjoy, and the best foods to keep you warm.

Where To See Snow In Seoul What To Do In Winter Amazing Korean Winter Food

If you’re looking for some great activities to enjoy in South Korea this winter, why not check out Jeju Island, a semi-tropical wonder of the world that has snow, fresh oranges, and palm trees all in one place.

Jeju Island In Winter FAQ About The Vaccinated Travel Lane Who Can Travel On The Singapore Korea VTL?

Anyone who has been fully vaccinated for at least 2 weeks before departure with a WHO EUL approved vaccine with an approved vaccine certificate (digital only for Singapore) in English may travel on the Singapore Korea Vaccinated Travel Lane. Other conditions apply, such as residing in the country for at least 14 days before departure.

Can I Use The Singapore Korea VTL If I’m Not Vaccinated?

No, only fully vaccinated people who have been fully vaccinated for at least 14 days before departure can travel on the Singapore Korea Vaccinated Travel Lane.

Can Unvaccinated Children Travel On The Singapore Korea VTL?

Children 5 years and younger do not need to be vaccinated and can travel on the Singapore Korea Vaccinated Travel Lane. However, children 6 and over need to be fully vaccinated to use the VTL. This may be an issue for families travelling with unvaccinated children.

Can I Use Any Flight For The Singapore Korea VTL?

No, you must use specific VTL-designated flights to be eligible to use the Singapore Korea Vaccinated Travel Lane. If you book a flight that isn’t a VTL-designated flight, you will have to do the mandatory quarantine present in either country.

Do I Need To Take A PCR Test To Use The VTL?

Yes, you will need to take a PCR test before travelling (48 or 72 hours before, depending on the country of arrival) and once you arrive at the airport. You should book these in advance to avoid delays.

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One of the Underworld Paintings Adorning the Myeongbu-jeon Hall at Songnimsa Temple in Chilgok, Gyeongsangbuk-do. Temple History

Songnimsa Temple is located on the southern slopes of the beautiful Mt. Palgongsan (1192.3 m) in Chilgok, Gyeongsangbuk-do. And the temple is located among other historical temples on Mt. Palgongsan like Donghwasa Temple and Pagyesa Temple. The name of the temple, Songnimsa, means “Pine Forest Temple” in English. The temple was first established in 545 A.D. during the fifth year of King Jinheung of Silla’s reign (r. 540 – 576 A.D.). Songnimsa Temple was built to enshrine the Buddha’s sari (crystallized remains) that were brought to the Korean peninsula from China by the Buddhist monk Myeonggwan. Songnimsa Temple was later destroyed in 1243. Fortunately for us, it was rebuilt in 1689.

The temple is home to an amazing four Korean Treasures. These Korean Treasures include the Five-story Brick Pagoda of Songnimsa Temple, which is Korean Treasure #189; the Reliquaries from the Five-story Brick Pagoda of Songnimsa Temple, which is Korean Treasure #325; the Wooden Seated Sakyamuni Buddha Triad of Songnimsa Temple, which is Korean Treasure #1605; and the Stone Seated Amitabha Buddha Triad of Songnimsa Temple, which is Korean Treasure #1606.

Admission to Songnimsa Temple is free.

Temple Layout

You’ll first pass by the newly built Iljumun Gate and under the Boje-ru Pavilion to gain entry to the main temple courtyard at Songnimsa Temple. Straight ahead of you in a field of grass is the Five-Story Brick Pagoda of Songnimsa Temple. The pagoda is believed to date back the 9th century during Later Silla (668 – 935 A.D.). This Korean Treasure is reminiscent of the brick pagodas at Bunhwangsa Temple in Gyeongju and Silleuksa Temple in Yeoju, Gyeonggi-do. The five-story structure consists of a main body of earthen bricks and a single layer platform made of granite. With the pagoda being made of bricks, the roof stones to each story are crowned and sloped. The gilt-bronze finial atop the pagoda is a replica that was made in 1595 during restoration work. And while it’s a replica, it helps historians better understand the upper part of pagodas that were created during Later Silla (668 – 935 A.D.).

The Reliquaries from the Five-story Brick Pagoda of Songnimsa Temple (Picture courtesy of the Cultural Heritage Administration).

Also found during repair work on the pagoda in 1959 were many relics inside the Five-Story Brick Pagoda of Songnimsa Temple. These are known as the Reliquaries from the Five-story Brick Pagoda of Songnimsa Temple, and they are Korean Treasure #325. On the first story of the pagoda, there were two wood, two stone, and two bronze Buddha statues that were discovered. In the second story of the brick structure, there was a reliquary found from the Silla Dynasty (57 B.C. – 935 A.D.). They included a gilt-bronze stupa that was made of a thin gold plate. Additionally, a long-necked sari bottle made from green glass was also discovered. This green glass was adorned with jade and pearls. All were discovered inside a tortoise-shaped stone case. In the third story of the structure, a stone box with a wooden lid was discovered. Inside this stone box were decomposed papers. The over-turned bowl on the roof stone of the fifth story of the brick pagoda contained a round-shaped inlaid celadon case and two gilt-bronze ear ornaments. It’s believed that this artwork dates back to the late 12th century when inlaid celadon was flourishing artistically. In addition to all this, there were 281 beads, fifteen silver rings, and seven aromatic pieces of wood discovered inside the pagoda. And because the various items span a stretch of time starting during Later Silla and continuing into the mid-Goryeo Dynasty (918-1392), it’s obvious that the brick pagoda was repaired numerous times. The Reliquaries from the Five-Story Brick Pagoda of Songnimsa Temple can now be found at the Daegu National Museum.

To the rear of the Five-Story Brick Pagoda of Songnimsa Temple can be found the Daeung-jeon Hall. The exterior walls to the Daeung-jeon Hall are adorned with beautiful; yet simplistic, Shimu-do (The Ox-Herding Murals). Stepping inside the Daeung-jeon Hall, you’ll find the largest historic wooden Buddha statues in all of Korea. The central image is that of Seokgamoni-bul (The Historical Buddha). And this statue is an impressive 2.77 metres in height. Joining the central image of Seokgamoni-bul are the equally impressive statues dedicated to Munsu-bosal (The Bodhisattva of Wisdom) and Bohyeon-bosal (The Bodhisattva of Power). And while these statues are rather large in size, they are beautifully proportioned, resulting in a balanced aesthetic. Seokgamoni-bul’s ritualized hand gesture is that of the Earth Touching mudra. And the two accompanying Bodhisattvas strike different mudra poses, while also holding onto long lotus stalks in both of their hands. Both the crowns and the lotus flowers seem to have been repaired in more recent years. It’s believed that the main altar statues date back to the mid-17 century, when most major temples were being repaired after the invasions of the Imjin War (1592-98). More specifically, an invocation paper was found inside the Buddha that clarifies when, and by whom, the statues were commissioned. In total, some eighteen sculptor monks were used to complete the project under the watchful eye of the monk Dou. The Wooden Seated Sakyamuni Buddha Triad of Songnimsa Temple are Korean Treasure #1605.

To the rear of the Daeung-jeon Hall, three additional temple shrine halls can be found. These include the Samseong-gak Hall to the far left. Housed inside this shaman shrine hall are three vibrant murals dedicated to Dokseong (The Lonely Saint), Sanshin (The Mountain Spirit), and Chilseong (The Seven Stars). To the right rear is a smaller shrine hall solely dedicated to Sanshin. And to the far right is the Eungjin-jeon Hall. Housed inside this temple shrine hall is a gorgeous golden statue dedicated to Seokgamoni-bul in the centre of the main altar. This central image is joined by sixteen statues dedicated to the Nahan (The Historical Disciples of the Buddha). These statues are then backed by elaborate murals of the Nahan studying, teaching, and learning.

To the right of the Daeung-jeon Hall and the Five-Story Brick Pagoda of Songnimsa Temple is the Myeongbu-jeon Hall. Surrounding the exterior walls of the Myeongbu-jeon Hall are some of the most terrifying murals dedicated to the afterlife in all of Korea. Their punishment is grotesquely illustrated on the Judgment Hall after having a mirror held up to them, reflecting their misdeeds in their former lives. After that, their judgment is read to them by one of the Siwang (Ten Kings of the Underworld). Expect to see disturbing illustrations of people boiling in water; people with their tongues being torn out of their mouths; and people roasting over spikes and hot coals, essentially a Buddhist version of Dante’s Inferno.

And to the left of both the Daeung-jeon Hall and the Five-Story Brick Pagoda of Songnimsa Temple is the Cheonbul-jeon Hall. Housed inside this hall that also includes one thousand statues of Buddhas and Bodhisattvas is a main altar triad centred by Amita-bul (The Buddha of the Western Paradise). This central image is joined on either side by Gwanseeum-bosal (The Bodhisattva of Compassion) and Jijang-bosal (The Bodhisattva of the Afterlife). This main altar triad is known as the Stone Seated Amitabha Buddha Triad of Songnimsa Temple, and they are Korean Treasure #1606. The statues were completed in 1655. The statues are made from zeolite, which is a soft and porous stone. The stones originally came from the Gyeongju area. And again, the statues were created by the monk Dou and his team of sculptures.

How To Get There

Songnimsa Temple is a bit tricky to get to. And if you’re not taking a taxi, you can take Bus #427 to Dongmyeong/Giseong-dong from the Daegu Bukbu bus stop. You’ll need to get off at the Giseong-ri stop. From this stop, you can walk to Songnimsa Temple.

Overall Rating: 8/10

The temple rates as high as it does because it’s home to four Korean Treasures. And one of those treasures is the amazing Five-Story Brick Pagoda of Songnimsa Temple. Other highlights to look for are the statues, which are also Korean Treasures, inside both the Daeung-jeon Hall and the Cheonbul-jeon Hall. The hellish artwork surrounding the Myeongbu-jeon Hall and the stunning shaman murals housed inside the Samseong-gak Hall are other things to look for, as well. There’s so much to see and enjoy at this lesser known temple on Mt. Palgongsan.

The temple courtyard at Songnimsa Temple. The Five-Story Brick Pagoda of Songnimsa Temple. A look inside the Daeung-jeon Hall. One of the accompanying Bodhisattvas inside the Daeung-jeon Hall. Joined to the right by the other. One of the Shimu-do (Ox-Herding Murals) that adorns the exterior walls of the Daeung-jeon Hall. The Samseong-gak Hall to the rear of the Daeung-jeon Hall. The Dokseong (Lonely Saint) mural inside the Samseong-gak Hall. To the right is the Sanshin-gak Hall and the Nahan-jeon Hall. A look inside the colourful Nahan-jeon Hall. Another of the Underworld murals adorning the exterior walls of the Myeongbu-jeon Hall. And yet another of these frightening murals. The main altar inside the Myeongbu-jeon Hall. And a look inside the Cheonbul-jeon Hall. —

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