Hi people.
On Sunday, March 27, I went to an orientation at the Main Institute in Seoul. I was not impressed. Instead of leaving immediately, I wanted to buy some craft supplies. I went to Dongdaemun (the only place I knew of), only to find the place was closed. So, I just decided to roam around a bit on the Cheongycheon stream.
I didn't make any plans with anyone, so I went alone.
Of course, my camera was on my person--and it was used quite a bit.
Waterfalls, what can I say?
At the end of the Cheongycheon, I arrived to Gwanghwamun Square. Ever since I saw it in the distance during orientation (in August), I've wanted to go over and look around. So on this day, I decided to get a taste of the place.
Admiral Yi, guarding King Sejong's plaza.
A model of the turtle ship, Admiral Yi's genius invention.
With this man on my side, I feel protected.
Something was going on, but I had no idea what. I didn't even bother to ask.
King Sejong! (1397-1450)
This man is more loved in Korea than I believe King David is in Israel.
Thanks to this man, education was opened to almost everyone and living conditions had improved for all--including servants. Plus, thanks to him, we have Hangul--the Korean alphabet.
Under this statue is a museum dedicated to King Sejong.
This is the entrance from under the statue.
Live Classical Korean music!
Ugh, so much to see, not enough time.
Farewell, King Sejong. I hope to visit you again soon!
On the way home, I took the subway (as usual). At Singil station (pronounced, "shin-gil"), I saw a different kind of gate. Doesn't it look like marble/granite?
Oh well, I thought it was interesting.
Whoa . . . tomorrow is April . . . wasn't New Years' just last week?!?
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