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Silla art (Constantin B./flickr)

Mechanical Toys

The elaborate mechanical toys in 7th century Korea reveals something about technology and trade of that time. more
Bridge at No Gun Ri: Korean civilians were instructed by U.S. troops to stand on the railroad tracks atop the bridge where the soldiers then searched them for weapons. The soldiers then radioed for an aerial bombardment and then fled. Of those who were not killed, many escaped to the tunnel beneath the bridge, where for the next four days, July 26-29, soldiers fired at them.

Massacre at Nogun-ri

Fifty years after the Nogun-ri Massacre, the world is trying to understand how this crime could occur, even during war. more
(Philip Klinger/flickr)

Korean Thought

A Korean origin myth described in context of Korean society and as a comparison to Western thought. more
(usag.yongsan/flickr)

Korean History and Political Geography

Successive Korean kingdoms were able to maintain political independence and cultural distinctiveness from surrounding areas. more
Statue of King Sejong in Seoul. (thisisnotaheidi/flickr)

King Sejong the Great

King Sejong was a wise and benevolent ruler. Korea today enjoys many other lasting benefits of his rule. more
Praying with lanterns (lets.book/Flickr)

Historical and Modern Religions of Korea

An overview of Korea's mainstream religions, from Shamanism to Christianity. more
The DMZ border. (Dennis Kruyt/flickr)

The Geography of the Koreas

A geographic exploration of North and South Korea, including its location, climate, production and how Korea perceives herself. more
A performance of the "Farmers Dance" at Korean Folk Village.

Farmer's Dance: A Korean Tradition

The origins of one of Korea's oldest dance forms. more
The Research Institution of Confucianism in China. (kanegen/flickr)

Confucianism

An essay on Confucianism: its roots, premise, impact on society over time and modern incarnations. more
(rinux/flickr)

Chusok: The Korean Thanksgiving

With the harvest celebration as a point of departure, this essay explores gender, family, and even North-South relations. more