It was the main royal palace of the Joseon dynasty, built in 1395. I felt humbled by the enormity and beauty of the structures, and by their surroundings. Korea’s very own history is long and substantive.
A lot of folks were out on this beautiful day, many of them in rented Hanbok traditional clothing. Rascal that I am I approached a mom and her teenage son, who wore Hanbok. I deeply bowed in front of him and said “His Majesty” in Korean. The mom had a laughing fit. Next I wanted to try that with one of the many young ladies wearing Hanbok, this time saying Kongju Mama, which means Her Excellency the Princess. So glad I didn’t: 80% were Chinese, the rest a mix of Philippinas, Indians and other Asian nationalities. Korean women only rent Hanbok when they visit traditional Korean villages!
Published by Stefan Voswinkel, Business & Career Mentor, Photographer
I have travelled to 31 countries so far. What exploring means to me: Venture into the Yukon backcountry by snowmobile - arriving at spectacular vistas with my buddy; enjoying world cafés (non-franchise please!) and the interesting conversations that blossom there; collaborating with free spirits. I feel attracted to people who truly care and have a backbone. Accountability and life-long learning are important to me. Political correctness is not my thing.
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