The ancient capital of the Silla Kingdom (57 BC–935 AD) in today's North Gyeongsang Province, is sometimes called a “roofless museum” for its centuries-old temples, palaces, royal tombs and treasures ...
From the lava tunnels of Jeju Island to the ancestral ceremonies of the Jongmyo sanctuary, these 16 UNESCO-listed sites showcase the rich heritage of South Korea, where traditions, natural treasures ...
The young Buddhist lama sat on a throne near an altar decorated with flowers, fruits and golden statues of the Buddha, watching the celebrations of his 18th birthday in silence, with a faint smile.