How to type Korean on Windows 8? (Jan 22, 2013)

Typing Hangul on Windows
Since Korean uses a different alphabet you cannot type Korean on Windows 8 with the default keyboard settings.
Fortunately it takes only 1 minute to add Korean Keyboard input method in Windows 8. Here you will find a video tutorial and a full description to achieve it.


Oustanding nightview from space of the North and South Korean border (Dec 7, 2012)

Korea nightview from space - Seoul
Nasa has released images of the World seen from space. These outstanding nightviews give an interesting insight on the economical development of countries.

The images of the border between South and North Korea clearly show the difference in terms of economical develpment.

Funny Korean commercials: Farting doll and Horse Riding Ace power (Dec 1, 2012)

Korean funny commercials
Here is a selection of two funny Korean commercials. The 1st one is for a farting doll and the second one is for a "special" sport device.
Which one do you like the most ?

Food for change: A super cute commercial starring children to promote healthy food (Nov 21, 2012)

Food for change - Cute Korean boy holding carrots
These days a super cute commercial is broadcasted in Korea. It has been created to promote healthy food and I guess it is dedicated to children.
Check it out here : 

Chuseok (추석): The Korean Thanksgiving (Sep 30, 2012)

Google logo : Chuseok (추석) Doodle
Today - september 30th - is Chuseok (추석) often called the Korean Thanksgiving. It is one of the 3 main Korean celebrations.
It is traditionally a celebration of the harvest and it is the time for families to get together and celebrate their ancestors.

Lotte World Tower: The 2nd tallest building in the World (Sep 29, 2012)

Seoul - Lotte World Tower
In march 2011 started the construction of Lotte World Tower (롯데월드 타워) - also named Lotte World Premium Tower.

Once completed, this skyscraper will be 555 meters tall, becoming the 2nd tallest building in the World after the Burj Dubai.

Seoul - King Sejong statue in Gwanghwamun Seoul - Gyeongbokgung palace Seoul - Temple in National Cemetery Seoul - Jeon Tae-il statue