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A Daisy Enjoying the Sunshine – Photo Wednesday

This weeks Photo Wednesday was taken in the Gyesan area of northern Incheon. It’s a simple photo of a daisy in full bloom and enjoying the late summer sunshine. Wildflowers are common in Korea just like most countries and can lift your mood on a difficult day. Signature If you have any questions or comments please feel free to let us know either via email or on Twitter, Facebook or below. Have a…

Gyeyang Badminton Stadium and Archery Stadium - Incheon Asian Games 2014 #AG2014

The Incheon Asian games 2014 runs from the 19th of September to October 4th 2014. Athletes will complete in a range of different sports 36 in total. Two events which will gain a lot of attention and interest here in South Korea are the Badminton and Archery, as South Korea has strong medal hopes in both.

Firstly the Archery Stadium which is also known as the Gyeyang Asiad Archery Field.This…

Gyesan Road 

Incheon, Gyesan Dong - This is my neighborhood @ 2am. Returning home from Gangnam.

Canon5D MarkII 

Sundae or Korean Black Pudding / Blood Sausage (순대)

Sundae (순대) or Korean Black Pudding / Blood Sausage is an easily found Korean street food. However it’s often one of those things that people overlook due partly because of it’s appearance. As with a traditional sausage it’s a pig or cow intestine filled with meat, glass noodles (normally soaked in blood) as well as vegetables and other ingredients (it depends on the region and style).

Thoughts:…

Imhak Park, Incheon - "Enjoying the Korean Sunshine" #임학공원

During the summer there often nothing nicer than spending a few hours relaxing at the park. We were recently in the Imhak area of Incheon and went to the park to enjoy the Sunshine. Imhak Park or 임학공원sits right at the foot of Gyeyang Mountain and therefore it’s only one step away from nature. It’s a beautiful park with well kept trees and brushes as well as some lovely flowers. It’s not overly…

“I Love Cat” Cat Cafe – Gyesan, Incheon

Often when you think of a novelty cafe the first thought that comes to mind is the Cat Cafe. In South Korea there are many and they can be pretty popular with a whole range of people. From cat lovers to people who can’t afford their own to couples on a  fun date. Recently we went to a cat cafe aptly called “I Love Cat” located in the Gyesan area of Incheon.

Thoughts: Firstly it’s very clean and…

Byeongbang Traditional Market (Incheon, South Korea)

Traditional style markets are a popular place for both young and old, local and foreigner to shop and explore. The Byeongbang Market which is in Byeongbang-Dong, Gyeyang-Gu, Incheon is a nice example of a little local market where people still do their weekly shopping.

In the winter it’s cold and in the summer it’s hot but it’s always open. Also unlikely the major supermarkets you can buy cheap…