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Let me tell you where the phrase “Heungcheong Mangcheong” (흥청망청) comes from. This expression was born during the reign of Yeonsan-gun , the 10th king of the Joseon Dynasty, who ruled from 1494 to 1506 . He was one of the most famous tyrants in Korean history. Yeonsan-gun loved pleasure more than politics. He often held huge parties at places like Gyeonghoeru Pavilion in Gyeongbokgung Palace. For these parties, he brought in over 1,000 entertainers , especially a group of women known as “Heungcheong” . They were singers, dancers, and performers whose only job was to entertain the king. He spent a crazy amount of money on these events—food, music, wine, clothes, decorations. There were more than 80 kinds of royal dishes on the table, including rare meats and exotic foods. These feasts sometimes went on for days . Now, here’s the important part: The name “Heungcheong” (흥청) comes from the entertainers he invited. The word “Mangcheong” (망청) was added later to rhyme with it, and i...

🚖 Taxi Fares and Surcharges Seoul Base Fare : ₩4,800 for the first 1.6 km. Distance Fare : ₩100 per 131 meters. Time Fare : ₩100 per 30 seconds when moving below 15.72 km/h. Night Surcharge : 10:00 PM – 11:00 PM & 2:00 AM – 4:00 AM: 20% increase. 11:00 PM – 2:00 AM: 40% increase. Out-of-City Surcharge : 20% for trips beyond city limits. Maximum Combined Surcharge : Up to 60% when multiple surcharges apply. Busan Base Fare : ₩4,800 for the first 2 km. Distance Fare : ₩100 per 132 meters. Time Fare : ₩100 per 33 seconds. Night Surcharge : 11:00 PM – 12:00 AM & 2:00 AM – 4:00 AM: 20% increase. 12:00 AM – 2:00 AM: 30% increase. Out-of-City Surcharge : 30% for trips beyond city limits. Maximum Combined Surcharge : Up to 40% when multiple surcharges apply. Note : Night surcharges are implemented to compensate drivers for working during less desirable hours and to ensure availability during peak night times. 🚇 Subway Fare...

You might think elections are boring, but trust me— in Korea, elections are intense, dramatic, and deeply meaningful . Every vote here feels like a fight for the future, and given Korea’s past with dictatorship and martial law, people really treasure their right to vote. 🗳️ Who can vote? Who can run? Let’s start with the basics. Every Korean citizen age 18 and over can vote. For most elections, anyone age 25 or older can run for office. Korean citizens living abroad can also vote in major elections at embassies! Voting is not compulsory in Korea, but turnout is often high, especially in presidential elections—people care deeply about leadership here. 🧭 Types of Elections in Korea There are four main types of elections: Presidential Elections (대통령 선거) Held every 5 years The president is elected directly by the people No re-election allowed. One term only! This is the biggest political event in Korea, like the Super Bowl of politics! National ...

 It tells a powerful story—the story of a boy, an ox, and a journey to enlightenment. Let me tell you the story of "The Ten Ox-Herding Pictures" , or as it's called in Korean, "Simudo" (심우도, 尋牛圖) . 🧒 "Who lost the ox?" This painting is about a boy who lost his ox. But guess what? The ox is not a real ox! It’s a symbol of your true self or your peaceful mind .   And the boy is you, me, all of us—searching for peace and meaning in life. This story is told in 10 simple steps. 1. Looking for the ox The boy feels lost or unhappy. So, he starts looking for something—he doesn't know what yet. 👉 Just like when we feel something is missing in our life and we begin to search for answers. 2. Finding footprints He doesn’t see the ox yet, but he sees its tracks! 👉 Maybe he reads a book or meets a wise person. He’s on the right path! 3. Seeing the ox He sees the ox’s tail! 👉 This is the moment when you start to realize something about yourself—maybe dur...