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Jukrimsa Temple – 죽림사 (Yeongcheon, Gyeongsangbuk-do)

Koreabridge - Wed, 2024-05-08 23:28
Part of a Modern Stupa at Jukrimsa Temple in Yeongcheon, Gyeongsangbuk-do. Temple History

Jukrimsa Temple is located in the southern foothills of Mt. Yubongsan (245.1 m) in southern Yeongcheon, Gyeongsangbuk-do. It’s believed that the temple was first built in 809 A.D., but the exact history of the temple is unknown. The only details that we really know is that Jukrimsa Temple was destroyed during the Imjin War (1592-98) and then later rebuilt. There were several reconstructions conducted on the temple during the 1800s. However, during the Korean War (1950-53), the temple was destroyed. After a few decades, Jukrimsa Temple was built, once more, starting in 1990. In the ensuing years, the Daeung-jeon Hall, the Samseong-gak Hall, the Eungjin-jeon Hall, and the Yosachae (monks’ dorms) were built at the temple.

Jukrimsa Temple is home to a Gyeongsangbuk-do Tangible Cultural Property, which is the main altar triad inside the Daeung-jeon Hall.

Temple Layout

About a kilometre and a half up a mountain road is Jukrimsa Temple. The first thing to greet you at the temple is the stately Iljumun Gate with stout, stone pillars. A little further up the road, but before you arrive at the temple grounds, you’ll notice a pair of ornate stupas to your right. These modern stupas are near replicas of the one found at Seonamsa Temple on Mt. Baekyangsan in Busan-jin, Busan. These stupas are adorned with decorative dragons, elephants, tigers, Bicheon (Flying Heavenly Deities), as well as an image of Jijang-bosal (The Bodhisattva of the Afterlife). And just beyond these large, ornate stupas are a row of older stupas.

With a slight incline in the mountain road, you’ll finally near the outskirts of the main temple grounds. Up an uneven set of stone stairs, you’ll make your way under the two-story Boje-ru Pavilion. The first story acts as an entry to the main temple courtyard, while the second story acts as a lecture hall for larger dharma talks. The pavilion is adorned in simplistic dancheong colours, while being surrounded on all sides by rose bushes, Japanese maples, and various shrubs.

Now standing squarely in the main temple courtyard, you’ll find a three-story pagoda out in front of the Daeung-jeon Hall. There is a stone barrier surrounding the pagoda with stone lotus images on all sides of the structure. The pagoda is modern, while also reminiscent of a Silla-era design. To your left, you’ll find the monks’ dorms, while straight ahead of you is the Daeung-jeon Hall. Out in front of the main hall are a collection of stone statues. To the far left is an image dedicated to Gwanseeum-bosal (The Bodhisattva of Compassion). Joining this statue in this area are three statues embodying the idea of “see no evil, hear no evil, speak no evil.” And to the far right, you’ll find a stone triad centred by Amita-bul (The Buddha of the Western Paradise).

Surrounding the exterior walls of the Daeung-jeon Hall are a collection of simple Palsang-do (The Eight Scenes from the Buddha’s Life). Stepping inside the main hall, and resting on the main altar, is the Gyeongsangbuk-do Tangible Cultural Property. The main altar triad is centred by an image dedicated to Seokgamoni-bul (The Historical Buddha). And joining this central image on either side are statues dedicated to Jijang-bosal and Gwanseeum-bosal. The statue of Seokgamoni-bul stands 1.33 metres in height. The statue has a robust chest with smooth shoulders. Its robe hangs over only one shoulder. It’s believed that the statue dates back to the early Goryeo Dynasty (918-1392). Additionally, the statue had damage to both its neck and face, which has subsequently been repaired. Also, the statue has two new hands. Overall, the statue is both stately and imposing. There are a couple murals that hang inside the Daeung-jeon Hall like the Shinjung Taenghwa (Guardian Mural) that hangs on the far left wall, as well as the red mural dedicated to Jijang-bosal on the far right wall. Rather interestingly, and to the bottom left of the mural dedicated to Jijang-bosal, are a collection of pictures. The far left picture is of Park Chung Hee (1917-79, the central picture is that of his wife, Yuk Young-soo (1925-74), and the final picture is of Roh Moo-hyun (1946-2009).

To the left of the Daeung-jeon Hall, you’ll find two temple shrine halls. The first of these two is the Samseong-gak Hall. The exterior walls are adorned in simple dancheong colours. Stepping inside the shaman shrine hall, you’ll find three different murals. These murals consist of one dedicated to Chilseong (The Seven Stars), another dedicated to Sanshin (The Mountain Spirit), and the final dedicated to Dokseong (The Lonely Saint). And the other shrine hall that visitors can explore at Jukrimsa Temple is the Eungjin-jeon Hall to the left of the Samseong-gak Hall. Housed inside the Eungjin-jeon Hall is an all-white main altar triad centred by Seokgamoni-bul and joined on either side by images of Mireuk-bul (The Future Buddha) and Yeondeung-bul (The Past Buddha). And on either side of this main altar triad are white images of the Nahan (The Historical Disciples of the Buddha).

How To Get There

There are no direct buses that go to Jukrimsa Temple in Yeongcheon, Gyeongsangbuk-do. So the most direct way to get to the temple is by taxi from the Yeongcheon Intercity Bus Terminal. The bus ride will take about 15 minutes and cost about 10,000 won.

Overall Rating: 6.5/10

While there isn’t one huge highlight at Jukrimsa Temple, there are several smaller ones like the two ornate modern stupas at the entry of the temple grounds, the main altar triad inside the Daeung-jeon Hall, and the shaman paintings and Nahan statues inside the Eungjin-jeon Hall. The temple grounds are quite tranquil, as well.

The Iljumun Gate at the entry of Jukrimsa Temple. The wonderfully ornate modern stupa at the temple. A close-up of one of the Bicheon (a Flying Heavenly Deity) reliefs that adorns the side of the stupa. The ornate modern stupa from a different angle. And an up-close of the decorative dragon that adorns the stupa. The Boje-ru Pavilion at Jukrimsa Temple. A beautiful red rose next to the entry gate. A look through the first floor of the two-story Boje-ru Pavilion. The modern three-story pagoda and Daeung-jeon Hall at Jukrimsa Temple. The three statues dedicated to the “see no evil, hear no evil, speak no evil” motif. A look inside the Daeung-jeon Hall. The Samseong-gak Hall. The Sanshin (Mountain Spirit) mural housed inside the shaman shrine hall. The Eungjin-jeon Hall. And a look inside the Eungjin-jeon Hall.—

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JRYN Dermatology Seomyeon, Busan - May Family Month Event 1

Koreabridge - Wed, 2024-05-08 05:57
Location: Business/Organization Type: Website: http://jryn.co.kr/

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Important Hanja: LIFE 생 (生) (한자) | Korean FAQ

Koreabridge - Tue, 2024-05-07 11:39

생 (生) is a Hanja with the meaning of "life" or "birth," and can also be used for several related meanings such as "raw," "occur," and even "natural."

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BGN Eye Hospital May Event

Koreabridge - Tue, 2024-05-07 06:37
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Zen Clinic

Koreabridge - Tue, 2024-05-07 05:45
Location: Business/Organization Type: Website: http://www.zenclinic.co.kr/index_zen.php

Zen Clinic Centum City, Busan - a variety of plastic surgery

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EdTechTalk Discussion of 'Learning in a Time of Abundance' (Chpt 1: Change Has Never Been a Bargain)

EdTechTalk - Tue, 2024-05-07 01:16

The EdTechWeekly gang continues its discussion of Dave's new book, Learning in a Time of Abundance
This week: Chapter 1 - Change Has Never Been a Bargain

Audio Recording     Transcript

We continue the conversation next week.
May 13, 2300 UTC (7pm EDT)
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Discussing Dave's New Book and AI Integration

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Bukdaeam Hermitage – 북대암 (Cheongdo, Gyeongsangbuk-do)

Koreabridge - Mon, 2024-05-06 23:13
Unmunsa Temple from the Heights of Bukdaeam Hermitage in Cheongdo, Gyeongsangbuk-do. Hermitage History

Bukdaeam Hermitage is located on the Unmunsa Temple grounds in Cheongdo, Gyeongsangbuk-do. Both Bukdaeam Hermitage and Unmunsa Temple are situated to the north of a cauldron of mountains that includes Mt. Unmunsan (1,188 m) and Mt. Gajisan (1,240.9 m). Purportedly, Bukdaeam Hermitage is the first temple or hermitage built on Mt. Unmunsan. However, the exact date of its founding is unknown, but it’s speculated that it was first built in 557 A.D. The hermitage was later reconstructed in 1851 and continues to be repaired and rebuilt to the present day. As for the name of the hermitage, Bukdaeam Hermitage, it gets its name from being built so high up on the mountain like a swallow’s nest.

Hermitage Layout

You first approach Bukdaeam Hermitage up a long, winding mountain road that eventually becomes a steep and winding trail. After a few hundred metres up the mountain trail, you’ll come to the hermitage’s grounds. The first things to greet you are a wall of hermitage buildings that include the nuns’ living quarters and kitchen. To the right, and a little further along the trail, you’ll notice a beautiful hall on a mountain ledge. This colourful hall is the Dokseong/Sanshin-gak Hall. Climbing up the very steep stairs, you’ll find an image dedicated to Sanshin (The Mountain Spirit) with a wispy, white beard and a ferocious tiger at his side. Sanshin is joined by an older image dedicated to Dokseong (The Lonely Saint). And it’s from this shaman shrine hall that you get amazing views of the valley below.

Beneath the Dokseong/Sanshin-gak Hall, you’ll find a much broader ledge. It’s here that you’ll find the main hall. The exterior walls of the Geukrak-jeon Hall are adorned in a beautiful collection of Palsang-do (The Eight Scenes from the Buddha’s Life Murals). Stepping inside the Geukrak-jeon Hall, you’ll find a central triad on the main altar. This triad consists of Amita-bul (The Buddha of the Western Paradise) in the centre joined by Gwanseeum-bosal (The Bodhisattva of Compassion) and Jijang-bosal (The Bodhisattva of the Afterlife). To the left of this triad is a mural dedicated to Jijang-bosal, while to the left is a modern Shinjung Taenghwa (Guardian Mural).

Out in front of the Geukrak-jeon Hall is a solitary stone lantern. It’s from this vantage point that you get an amazing view of Unmunsa Temple down in the valley below. Unfortunately, there are several black power lines that interfere with the view. To the left of the main hall are some more nuns’ quarters. And behind the Geukrak-jeon Hall sits the hermitage’s Chilseong-gak Hall. Housed inside this shaman shrine hall is an older mural dedicated to Chilseong (The Seven Stars).

It should be noted that both Unmunsa Temple and Bukdaeam Hermitage are best visited in the fall when the leaves are changing colours. They are probably two of the better locations to enjoy fall in Korea.

How To Get There

To get to Bukdaeam Hermitage, you first need to get to Unmunsa Temple. And to get to Unmunsa Temple, you’ll need to get to the Cheongdo Intercity Bus Terminal. From the Cheongdo Intercity Bus Terminal, you’ll need to catch the bus that runs to Unmunsa Temple. This bus runs eight times a day. The first bus leaves at 7:40 a.m., and the last bus leaves at 7:30 p.m. Then from Unmunsa Temple’s front gate, you’ll need to walk 300 metres to a stone marker that points you in the direction of Bukdaeam Hermitage. After turning left at the stone marker that reads “북대암,” you’ll need to hike up the road that eventually becomes a trail. In total, the strenuous hike lasts about 700 metres.

Overall Rating: 6/10

The views alone make a trip to Bukdaeam Hermitage well worth it. In addition to all of this natural beauty, you can also enjoy all the shaman murals at the hermitage like the original mural dedicated to Sanshin (The Mountain Spirit) or the older mural dedicated to Chilseong (The Seven Stars). And if you’re at Bukdaeam Hermitage, you’ll most likely visit Unmunsa Temple, as well. Together they make for a very pleasant day trip to the countryside.

The trail leading up to Bukdaeam Hermitage. The Geukrak-jeon Hall at the hermitage. One of the Palsang-do (The Eight Scenes from the Buddha’s Life Murals) that adorns the exterior of the main hall. A look inside the Geukrak-jeon Hall at the main altar. The solitary seokdeung (stone lantern) out in front of the Geukrak-jeon Hall. The Chilseong-gak Hall at Bukdaeam Hermitage. The mural dedicated to the Seven Stars inside the Chilseong-gak Hall. The view from the Chilseong-gak Hall overtop the Geukrak-jeon Hall. A look towards the Dokseong/Sanshin-gak Hall. An older mural dedicated to Sanshin (The Mountain Spirit). And joined by this equally older mural dedicated to Dokseong (The Lonely Saint). A look down on Unmunsa Temple. With a closer look at the amazing temple.—

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PS5 (Digital Edition)

Koreabridge - Sun, 2024-05-05 12:58
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Selling Playstation 5 Digital Edition for 450,000 KRW. Works very well and is in good form. Message me for more details and meet ups for selling so that there is trust.

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DECORATIVE MOSAIC

Koreabridge - Sun, 2024-05-05 11:06
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DECORATIVE MOSAIC

Koreabridge - Sun, 2024-05-05 10:58
Date: Friday, May 24, 2024 - 19:00Location: Event Type: 

With 5 000 years old history mosaic has never failed to impress and inspire even famous artists like Raphael and Vrubel. 

Piece by piece, stone by stone you create a vision, a puzzle, a masterpiece! 

We invite you to try this ancient decorative technique and express yourself by creating a mosaic of your own.

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Result:

- Finished work decorative mosaic work;

- Basic principles of making mosaic;

- Courage to experiment and learn something new;

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About the teacher:

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When: May 10th 7pm, 

             May 19th 2pm,

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DECORATIVE MOSAIC

Koreabridge - Sun, 2024-05-05 10:56
Date: Sunday, May 19, 2024 - 14:00Location: Event Type: 

With 5 000 years old history mosaic has never failed to impress and inspire even famous artists like Raphael and Vrubel. 

Piece by piece, stone by stone you create a vision, a puzzle, a masterpiece! 

We invite you to try this ancient decorative technique and express yourself by creating a mosaic of your own.

This workshop is suitable to any level of artistic experience and age. Perfect for couples and families time together. 

Result:

- Finished work decorative mosaic work;

- Basic principles of making mosaic;

- Courage to experiment and learn something new;

- Great time!

 

About the teacher:

Berdnikov Denis. Award wining teacher of design, composition, painting, art history and the basics of computer modeling at Samara State Technical University. Member of the Fine Artists association of Russia. Regular participant of exhibitions. 

 

When: May 10th 7pm, 

             May 19th 2pm,

             May 24th 7pm

Price: 35,000 won (all materials included)

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DECORATIVE MOSAIC

Koreabridge - Sun, 2024-05-05 10:54
Date: Friday, May 10, 2024 - 19:00Location: Event Type: 

With 5000 years old history mosaic has never failed to impress and inspire even famous artists like Raphael and Vrubel. 

Piece by piece, stone by stone you create a vision, a puzzle, a masterpiece! 

We invite you to try this ancient decorative technique and express yourself by creating a mosaic of your own.

This workshop is suitable to any level of artistic experience and age. Perfect for couples and families time together. 

 

Result:

- Finished work decorative mosaic work;

- Basic principles of making mosaic;

- Courage to experiment and learn something new;

- Great time!

 

About the teacher:

Berdnikov Denis. Award wining teacher of design, composition, painting, art history and the basics of computer modeling at Samara State Technical University. Member of the Fine Artists association of Russia. Regular participant of exhibitions. 

 

When: May 10th 7pm, 

             May 19th 2pm,

             May 24th 7pm

Price: 35,000 won (all materials included)

Where: Naughty Muse Studios

             송정중앙로5번길 67 2층

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Koreabridge - Sun, 2024-05-05 03:06
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Pokpoam Hermitage – 폭포암 (Goseong, Gyeongsangnam-do)

Koreabridge - Fri, 2024-05-03 03:20
Pokpoam Hermitage in Goseong, Gyeongsangnam-do. Hermitage History

Pokpoam Hermitage, which means “Waterfall Hermitage” in English, is situated to the south of Mt. Gujeolsan (564.5) in northeastern Goseong, Gyeongsangnam-do. Pokpoam Hermitage is situated on the former temple grounds of Sadusa Temple. Sadusa Temple was used as a site for the manufacturing of arrows for the Righteous Army led by Samyeong-daesa (1544-1610). The temple was destroyed, when it was burned to the ground by the invading Japanese army during the Imjin War (1592-98). The temple would remain abandoned until 1981, when the monk Hyeongak came to Goseong to pray for one hundred days. It was around this time that tiles and the foundation for the former Sadusa Temple were discovered.

As for the name of the hermitage, there’s a rather interesting legend connected with it. There’s a waterfall that flows through the hermitage named “Yongho-pokpo – 용호폭포.” According to this legend, there used to live an evil dragon that resided in the pooling water beneath the waterfall. One day, it ascended up into the sky. However, at the same time that the dragon was flying, local women were gathering food in the valley. The dragon was curious, so it tried to hide to spy on these women. Suddenly, lightning struck and the dragon was shattered into various pieces. Its body would become a rock that surrounded the Yongho Waterfall like a folding screen. The waterfall would flow over the dragon’s head, which gives it its name of Yongho Waterfall. And it’s internal organs dissolved to become a cave. A tiger came to live in this cave, and the cave came to be known as the Baekho-gul Cave. Currently, it’s used as a Sanshin-gak Hall at the hermitage. As for the dragon’s horns, they became a rock at the top of Mt. Gujeolsan, and its eyes became Bodeok-gul Cave to the left of the waterfall. Currently, this cave is off-limits to the general public. The Bandal-gul Cave at Pokpoam Hermitage, which is currently used as the Yongwang-dang Hall, is said to have mysterious mineral water flowing from it. Lastly, the dragon’s tail was cut off and caught on a rock to make part of the rock formation around the hermitage.

In addition to this legend, the temple is really popular because it’s said that the Yongho-pokpo Waterfall makes people’s wishes come true. It’s also popular among hikers, so Pokpoam Hermitage is doubly busy so be prepared and probably visit the hermitage at an earlier hour.

Hermitage Layout

You first approach the hermitage grounds from the parking lot. The pathway zigs and zags at a pretty steep angle over 300 metres, until you finally arrive the base of the pooling waterfall. Along the way, you’ll pass by some rather curious pagodas with various images at their bases like hearts, stars, frogs, and even a moktak.

Depending on when you visit the hermitage, the waterfall can be quite intense or a slow trickle of water. And above the waterfall is a suspension bridge up near the peak of the mountain. But back at the base of the waterfall, you’ll notice an outdoor shrine dedicated to Gwanseeum-bosal (The Bodhisattva of Compassion) that consists of a five metre tall statue of the Bodhisattva of Compassion.

Continuing up the stairs that led you to the outdoor shrine dedicated to Gwanseeum-bosal, there will be an exit to your right. Continuing along this trail, you’ll come to a rock where you can come quite close to the flow of the falls. And on days where the waterfall is really flowing, you can get quite wet from all the mist in the air. Take your time and enjoy the waterfall from up-close.

Climbing up the set of uneven stone stairs, you’ll next come to the Yongwang-dang Hall, which is also known as the Bandal-gul Cave. The outdoor of this structure is a modern cement structure with fading paint. Stepping inside the cave, you’ll find a small statue on the main altar dedicated to Yongwang (The Dragon King). And this red main altar image of Yongwang is backed to the side by a print of a black dragon. Also in this area is a row of clapboard buildings. The entry to the far left is the entrance to the Gwaneum-jeon Hall at Pokpoam Hermitage. Standing inside this cave-like interior is a golden image of Gwanseeum-bosal on the main altar.

Back at the stairs that led you up towards these structures, but hanging a left this time, you’ll find a collection of structures. The first is the hermitage’s kitchen and administrative office. Above this, and up on the next level of the large ledge, is the Daeung-jeon Hall. The exterior walls of the main hall are adorned with a collection of paintings that include a white image of Gwaneeum-bosal and Bicheon (Flying Heavenly Deities). Stepping inside the main hall, you’ll find a triad of statues on the main altar. The central image, rather surprisingly, appears to be that of Amita-bul (The Buddha of the Western Paradise), who is joined on either side by Gwanseeum-bosal and Jijang-bosal (The Bodhisattva of the Afterlife). And hanging on the far right wall is a modern, black accented, Shinjung Taenghwa (Guardian Mural).

To the left of the Daeung-jeon Hall, you’ll find a golden relief of Yaksa-yeorae-bul (The Buddha of the Eastern Paradise, and the Buddha of Medicine). This image holds a medicinal jar in its left hand, as it looks out towards the valley below.

Beyond this golden relief, you’ll find numerous sets of stairs that lead up and around to the suspension bridge above the hermitage’s waterfall. Along the way, you get beautiful views of both the waterfall and the valley below. Both are equally stunning.

Eventually, you’ll come to a clearing, where you’ll find the rather long suspension bridge. If you feel up for a hike, you can continue across the bridge to the other side and hike around Mt. Gujeolsan. However, if you don’t have the time or inclination, you can simply get great pictures of the hermitage grounds and valley below, or the waterfall from above. Either way, and whatever you might choose, the views from the heights of the suspension bridge are stunning.

How To Get There

The easiest, and least complicated, way to get to Pokpoam Hermitage from the Goseong Intercity Bus Terminal is to take a taxi. This is especially the case if you’re with a group. In total, the taxi ride should take about 20 minutes, over 12 km, and it’ll cost you around 20,000 won (one way). Otherwise, you’ll be on a bus for about 40 minutes, and then need to hike for over 70 minutes, or 4 km, to get to Pokpoam Hermitage.

Overall Rating: 6.5/10

Pokpoam Hermitage in Goseong, Gyeongsangnam-do is pretty tricky to rate. If you simply leave it to the shrine halls at the hermitage, it’s rather pedestrian. However, once you include the waterfall, the valley, and the scenic mountain, it only helps to elevate the hermitage. So depending on what you might enjoy at a temple, whether it’s nature or shrine halls, it’ll go a long way in determining just how much you enjoy Pokpoam Hermitage. Either way, however, Pokpoam Hermitage makes for a nice little trip in the countryside of Goseong. But be forewarned, it can get quite busy.

The road leading up to Pokpoam Hermitage. Some of the unique pagodas along the way. Some of the cascading water along the way, as well. The beautiful Yongho Waterfall at the hermitage. The outdoor shrine dedicated to Gwanseeum-bosal (The Bodhisattva of Compassion) at Pokpoam Hermitage. The view that the Bodhisattva of Compassion gets to enjoy. Making your way towards the falls. An up-close of the Yongho-pokpo Waterfall. A look inside the Yongwang-dang Hall. A look inside the Gwaneum-jeon Hall. The cliffside Daeung-jeon Hall. The main altar inside the Daeung-jeon Hall. The golden relief dedicated to Yaksayeorae-bul (The Medicine Buddha, and the Buddha of the Eastern Paradise). The hermitage grounds. The view as you make your way to the top of the falls. The suspension bridge that spans the top of the falls. And the stunning view from the suspension bridge.—

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Bosudong Cooler & Taepyeong Sigan @ Ovantgarde

Koreabridge - Thu, 2024-05-02 16:37
Date: Sunday, May 5, 2024 - 18:00Location: Event Type: 

Ovantgarde the 6th Anniversary Series

Net & Music : Bosudong Cooler X Taepyeong Sigan 

4 piece indie/folk rock band @bosudongcooler youtube.com/@Bosudongcooler

4 piece noise rock band @taepyeong_official youtube.com/@taepyeongtime

Sun 5/6 Doors open 5pm / Show starts 6pm

@Ovantgarde (부산 남구 용소로 7번길 15-1) 

Advance tickets: ₩30,000 / At the door: ₩40,000

Ticket reservation link: https://forms.gle/RZLzT1RPZpaxafft9 

Questions? DM @ovantgarde

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Billy Go’s Korean Conversation Course | #5: Taxi – 택시

Koreabridge - Thu, 2024-05-02 15:54

We're at lesson 5 out of a total of 20 lessons. This series is a free video course that teaches through natural Korean conversations, and gives full explanations for everything along the way. I'll be posting one new episode of this course until it's complete.

Note that this course is recommended for students who've already completed either my Beginner's Korean Course (100 episodes), or another similar beginner Korean course. That course is also free on my YouTube channel.

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Live Rock n Roll: Barbie Dolls @ Ol' 55

Koreabridge - Thu, 2024-05-02 15:26
Date: Saturday, May 4, 2024 - 21:30Location: Event Type: 

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This Saturday night at OL’55 we’re having a drinking party with the Barbie Dolls! The Barbie Dolls have been one of our favorites for a solid decade! Why? Because they know go to PARTY!

PLUS! After their set we’re gonna start the JAMS with a fun group of guest musicians! 

PLUS! Entrance is FREE! (Please TIP the musicians) 

PLUS we’re gonna run the Rockstar Shots special until midnight! Ask for it! 

Come Play!!!!

이번 주 토요일 밤, OL'55에서는 Barbie Dolls와 파티를 합니다! 
Barbie Dolls는 지난 10년 동안 우리가 가장 좋아하는 밴드 중 하나입니다! 
왜냐하면, 진짜 파티를 즐길줄 알기 때문입니다!

이 공연이 끝난 후, 재미있는 게스트 뮤지션들이 함께 JAM 공연을 할 예정입니다!

입장료가 무료입니다! 
(뮤지션들 위한, 팁박스가 있습니다)

"락스타 샷" 스페셜 행사도 자정까지 진행됩니다!

놀러오세요!!!!

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Korean classes in May!

Koreabridge - Thu, 2024-05-02 08:20
Classified Ad Type: Location: Neighborhood: pnu haeundae seomyon ksu bsu jangsan

Busan's Korean Language Institute For Foreigners (KLIFF) is offering classes for everyone.  Make a change by learning Korean this season.  The teachers at KLIFF can help!

Think it takes a year to speak Korean well?  Think again!  In just a  month we can get you speaking with the locals! 

KLIFF is located in two convenient locations: PNU and Haeundae. 

We have as many as 9 levels of Korean ability for you to choose from.  We also offer special lectures targeted toward the Korean proficiency test.

We're open from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday through Saturday, and available Sunday, too!

Questions or need directions?  Feel free to call us any time at 010-9108-6594, or email to [email protected].  You can also check us out at www.kliff.co.kr
See the map below to our PNU location, call or see our website for Haeundae classes.

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Busan's Korean Language Institute For Foreigners (KLIFF) is offering classes for everyone.  Make a change by learning Korean this season.  The teachers at KLIFF can help!

Think it takes a year to speak Korean well?  Think again!  In just a  month we can get you speaking with the locals! 

KLIFF is located in two convenient locations: PNU and Haeundae. 

We have as many as 9 levels of Korean ability for you to choose from.  We also offer special lectures targeted toward the Korean proficiency test.

We're open from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday through Saturday, and available Sunday, too!

Questions or need directions?  Feel free to call us any time at 010-9108-6594, or email to [email protected].  You can also check us out at www.kliff.co.kr
See the map below to our PNU location, call or see our website for Haeundae classes.

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Weekend work

Koreabridge - Thu, 2024-05-02 02:59
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Hi looking for weekend teaching on one one tutor work. Lots of experience.

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