Tag Archives: history

Admiral Yi

Posted on April 4, 2013 by vanbraman

If you walk up Sejongno, one of the most important streets in Seoul, you will see a large figure looming over the street. What a fierce look this statue has. The statue is of Admiral Yi Sunshin, who is famous … Continue reading →

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Journey to the West

Posted on April 2, 2013 by vanbraman

No, I am not leaving on a journey to the west. In fact, my next journey will be to the east as I head back home. Instead, I am referring to the Chinese classic novel Journey to the West. I … Continue reading →

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