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A Symbol of Practicality and Korean Heritage 50000 Won Bill

The highest-denomination banknote in South Korea is the 50,000-won bill, featuring Shin Saim dang as its design figure. It was first issued on June 23rd, 2009, in response to economic growth and in flation which highlighted the limitations of the 10,000-won note. The introduction of the 50,000 won bill aimed to reduce inconvenience in handling large cash transactions and inefficiency in high-value corporate exchanges. Since its release, it has been increasingly used, symbolizing practicality and effi ciency in daily life. The selection process for who would be featured on the 50,000-won billin
Come and feel Joseon Dynasty at the Keimyung Hanhakchon

Keimyung Hanhakchon (Hanhakchon) is a cultural space located on the Seongseo campus where visitors can experience traditional Korean culture firsthand. It is home to Joseon-era buildings such as hanoks and sarangchae, and offers a variety of experience programs such as a hanbok experience, tea ceremony, and traditional craft workshops. Hanhakchon, built in May 2004 to commemorate the 105th anniversary of the founding of Keimyung University, faithfully recreates the architecture and living culture of the Joseon Dynasty. Working with Korean experts to restore traditional hanoks and surrounding g
Dongdaegu Station : A Major Transportation Hub

●This is entrance 3 of Dongdaegu Station. ● This is main entrance of Dongdaegu Train Station. ● This entrance leads to Dongdaegu Integrated Transfer Center. Dongdaegu Station (Subway Station) Dongdaegu Station (Subway Station), located in Dong-gu, Daegu, serves as a major hub on Daegu Metro Line 1. It connects the Dongdaegu Train Station and the Integrated Transfer Center, solidifying its role as the center of Daegu’s transportation network. Opened on November 26, 1997, with the launch of Line 1, Dongdaegu Station began operations on May 2, 1998. The station features a concourse, ticket booths

The figure on the 10,000 won bill, Sejong the Great

King Sejong is widely known as a monarch representing the Joseon Dynasty, fostering scholarship and the arts, and showing deep love for his people. He left remarkable achievements across various fields, including science, technology, arts, culture, and national defense. One of King Sejong’s most significant achievementsisthe creation of Hangul, the Korean alphabrt. In the 15th century, the Joseon Kingdom used Chinese characters, but they were complex and challenging to learn,making reading and writing difficult for the general public. Recognizing the need for a new, accessible writing syst

Yulgok Yi I, the Leading Confucian Scholar of the Joseon Dynasty

Have you heard about Yulgok Yi I? You can see him in 5000 won bill. Yulgok Yi I (1536-1584) was a leading Confucian scholar and politician during the Joseon Dynasty and is regarded as one of the most influential people in Korean history. He left behind many achievements by demonstrating his moral leadership amid the social and political turmoil of the mid-Joseon Dynasty. Yulgok Yi I was born in 1536 on in Gangneung. His mother, Shin Saimdang, was an outstanding artist and scholar, who greatly influenced Yi’s academic growth. Yi rose to prominence as a scholar at an early age and drew attention

Screen Monopoly vs. Diversity

It is not hyperbole to say that the screen has become the Korean cinema industry’s tomb. Following the suc cess of two films, “12.12: The Day” and “Exhuma,” other highly anticipated commercial films experienced a severe lack of success. The films starring the handsome Kang Dong-won, Park Bo-gum, and Ha Jung-woo, the youngest person to ever exceed 100 million viewers at the box office are among the noteworthy failures. Son Seok-gu, widely known as "Gu over Gucci," was not suc cessful either. “Alienoid,” Chungmuro’s lavish follow-up, was not well received at the box office either. Both of the “A

Learning Each Other's Language Through Friendship

Each semester, KMU selects Buddy students to assist invited international exchange students and those participating in the semester abroad program with their transition to life in Korea and the univer sity. These Buddy students, who are domestic KMU students, play a crucial role in helping international students adapt to school life and Korean culture. Through this exchange, both international and KMU students gain valuable cultural experiences and broaden their intercultural understanding. Students interested in partnering with interna tional students and who are proficient in a foreign langu

Daegu’s historic station leading to downtown

Cheongna Hill Station is a subway station on Daegu Metro Line 2 and 3, located in Dongsandong, Jung-gu, Daegu. The area is famous for several attractions that are closely related to Daegu’s modern history. It is a popular attraction for tourists as it is packed with places of historical and cultural value. Let’s take a closer look at the major attractions around Cheongna Hill Station. Cheongna Hill Cheongna Hill is named after Cheongna Hill Station. It is an area where missionaries settled in Daegu during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, and Korea’s first Western-style hospitals and hou

Screen Monopoly vs Diversity

A 2024 South Korean action crime film, “The Roundup: Punishment”(범죄도시4) has attracted over 10 million viewers. Approximately 2,780 of the nation's 3,400 screens are screening the film, meaning that 80% of the screens are occupied by the film. Prior to the pandemic, the movie industry was abuzz with the issue of screen monopoly. The pandemic stifled that debate. In the aftermath of the pandemic, with theaters about to collapse and no indication of a comeback, anti-monopoly advocates became restrained. It was understood that in order to keep the theaters operating, monopolizing them would be nec

1000 won bill: Toegye Yi Hwang

Toegye Yi Hwang, depicted on the 1,000-won bill, is known as a scholar and philosopher of the mid-Joseon period, representing Korea as a prominent figure in Neo-Confucianism. ‘Toegye’ is Yi Hwang’s nom de plume. He was well-know for never imposing his beliefs on others, and above all, he was respected for prioritizing people over ideologies in both speech and action. The current 1,000-won banknote features several cultural heritages related to Toegye Yi Hwang in order to commemorate this important Korean historical figure. · (Front) Plum Blossom: Toegye Yi Hwang held great affection for plum b

Chungmugong Yi Sun-sin on 100 won Coin

Admiral Yi Sun-sin, engraved on the 100 won, is considered as one of Korea’s greatest historical figures. He was a military general who brought victories in the Imjin War, a war against Japan, during the Joseon Dynasty. Despite his victories, officials of the royal court who were at odds with him arrested him for refusing to go to a disadvantageous battlefield. After many hardships, he has been reinstated in the Battle of Myengnyang. On this famous battle, he was outnumbered by 333 Japanese ships but managed to destroy 31 Japanese warships only with a single fleet of 13 ships. With the great v

Park Chan-wook is back with another masterpiece

The "Sympathizer," a seven-part television series directed by Park Chan-wook, will be released in April on HBO Max, the Warner Media's over-the-top streaming service. Despite being a worldwide network, HBO Max is not accessible in Korea. Considering that Netflix is HBO Max's main competitor, Coupang Play will likely be chosen as the streaming service in Korea. The HBO's original series, "Sympathizer" is based on a novel with the same title. Upon its publication, the novel was awarded the Pulitzer Prize, which is recognized as the greatest accolade in literary excellence. But the story really b