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How Koreans’ Culture of Respect Creates Exceptional Public Safety

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If someone left their tablet and phone and went to the restroom, what are the chances that they would still be there when they return? Introduction: Why Is Korea Considered a Safe Country? Dear readers, hello! Today, I would like to share some insights about public safety and law enforcement in South Korea. Let's get started. For anyone planning a trip, the very first thing to check is public safety . Of course, breathtaking tourist attractions, delicious food, and diverse cultural experiences are important. But the foundation of all these joys is safety . Especially for Korean travelers preparing for trips to Europe or South America, one of the biggest concerns is the prevalence of pickpocketing and theft. Indeed, countless travel videos filmed by Korean YouTubers abroad often capture such incidents unintentionally, showing how common they are in daily life in some countries. In contrast, public spaces in Korea provide foreign visitors with a truly unique experience. The idea t...

Hanji, Korea’s Traditional Paper: Its Origins and Global Significance

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Traditional Hanji, Versatile Enough to Be Used for the Windows of Gyeongbokgung Palace Hanji: The Traditional Korean Paper Gaining Recognition in French and Italian Museums   Dear readers, greetings! Today, I would like to share with you the story of Hanji , the traditional Korean paper. Not only has the Louvre Museum in France begun using Hanji for the restoration of cultural heritage, but Italy’s ICPAL (Istituto Centrale per la Patologia degli Archivi e del Libro) has also successfully restored five cultural artifacts using Hanji. Until recently, many countries primarily used Washi , the traditional Japanese paper, for such work. However, it seems that nations around the world are now beginning to recognize the remarkable durability of Hanji, which can last for over a thousand years. Let us now begin this fascinating story. The Invention of Paper and the Birth of Korean Hanji According to historical records, paper was invented by Cai Lun of the Han Dynasty in China . Later,...