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Roommate wanted at Samik Beach Apartment. We are 2 people (currently 3, but 1 is moving out soon) living on the 10th floor in building 216 of the Samik Beach Town Apartment complex near Gwangalli Beach. We would like someone who is clean, mostly quiet, and gets along well with others. Communication and harmony are important parts of our house environment.
About us:
-30s male and female
-easy-going, clean, responsible
-involved in sports / physical activities
-welcoming to visitors and friends (pre-COVID)
About the apartment:
-4bdr/2ba
-view of the tail end of Gwangalli Bridge
-big kitchen / living area, bright during the day
-spacious, welcoming
-Rent (split evenly amongst tenants) 850k (maintenance and utilities separate {a bit steep in winter because of heating that we don't control, but lower in summer})
-deposit needed if staying long-long-term
If interested, please email [email protected]. Happy hunting!
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Kdrama – The Complete Guide to Korean Dramas
K-drama, which is short for Korean drama, has also become a global phenomenon of sorts. Thanks to the spread of different forms of Korean popular culture, most importantly, K-pop.
The history of Korean dramaThe roots of television in South Korea go back to the mid-1950s, with the first Korean television series broadcasting in 1962. It was broadcasted on KBS, Korean Broadcasting System, which has continued to exist as Korea’s big national channel.
However, it wasn’t until the 1970s that Korean households properly began buying television sets. Most of the Korean television series depicted historical times, and historical figures only reached a small audience. After the surge of TVs in Korean homes, more diverse South Korean dramas began getting made, from national heroes such as King Sejong to tales of regular present-day people, especially their struggles and sufferings.
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When color TVs became available in the 1980s, the landscape of South Korean television changed, with modern dramas becoming more prominent. And in the 1990s, it started getting more popular to format Korean dramas into a single season of approximately 12 to 24 episodes. Today, it is also more widespread to produce web dramas.
Filming processesOnly the first four episodes of a South Korean drama will be shot before starting a broadcast. Otherwise, each drama is shot as close to the release date as possible to save on production expenses.
Scripts aren’t entirely finalized, and changes to them may be made based on viewer feedback during the course of a Korean drama. These changes may come at just a few hours’ notice before filming. There have even been instances where scenes of the episode are still being filmed as it is being shown on TV! So filming a drama in South Korea is most certainly an intense process.
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However, thanks to the increased popularity of South Korean dramas globally, producers have been selling rights to broadcast or release the dramas ahead of time, before anything has been shot. This, in turn, has allowed them to film with more time and well before airing than the “live shooting” method.
The largest broadcasting companies in South Korea also have their own shooting locations for historical dramas, with readily built, detailed sets. And interestingly, in comparison to many other countries, the scriptwriters in South Korean dramas are almost equally as famous as the stars and director of the show. There is usually one writer or a small group of writers writing each Korean drama.
Music in Korean dramasMusic plays an integral part in most South Korean dramas. Whole original soundtracks are crafted for each one of them. Most of these songs are performed by popular Kpop singers. If you would like to know some popular Kpop groups and artists, we have a list of the best Kpop groups for you to read!
A popular OST song could also increase the popularity of a South Korean drama. The popularity of a drama could also make an OST song a major hit. Each song should express the drama’s structure and mood, and a detailed process is taken to choose the right songs.
It’s also common to use the same artist for many different dramas due to their past successes. A notable example of such an artist is Baek Ji Young. She has recorded OST songs for approximately 20 different dramas.
Why are Korean dramas popular?Korean dramas are undeniably popular nowadays. However, this wasn’t the case a few years back. Thanks to the growth of Korean pop culture worldwide, people outside of Asia have also gained interest in Korean dramas and movies.
K-dramas have become easily popular once viewers knew about them for several reasons.
The Korean drama storyline
K-dramas have been known to have great plots with scenes that will keep you on the edge of your seat, wanting to know what will happen next. This is why Korean dramas are great for binge-watching. They avoid predictable storylines and constantly throw plot twists that will make the viewers’ jaws drop. If you’re very into it, you might finish the whole season in just a few days!
The OST
A Korean drama’s OST or original soundtrack goes hand in hand with the actual drama. People recognize a song and associate it with the drama they heard it from, and vice versa. These soundtracks vary depending on the scene, matching the emotions portrayed by the characters. Some Korean pop stars have also starred in K-dramas while they have also sung the OST.
The Korean Culture
K-dramas gives its viewers a glimpse of what it is like living in Korea. There are plenty of interesting things about Korea besides K-pop, such as their food, culture, fashion, and the places that you can visit. All these can be within reach through the K-dramas and Korean movies we could view online. Some dramas such as Crash Landing on You even show life in North Korea through their storyline.
K-dramas are relatable
Korean dramas give you the usual romance or action kind of scenes, but they also exhibit issues in Korean and global society that are relatable to many. These include topics on mental health, suicide, bullying, gender inequality, corruption, or racism. Genres on family and history are also common in K-dramas.
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Korean dramas can help you learn Korean
People are possibly introduced to Korean culture for various reasons, but they end up wanting to learn the Korean language most of the time. Watching Korean dramas can help you practice and learn Korean vocabulary and conversations.
People talk about it on social media
With the good quality story, Korean dramas have, it’s normal for people to talk about them. This is especially easily done through social media. You can see good drama recommendations from viewers, and some even provide their reviews which make others want to begin watching already.
Korean dramas are easy to find
It’s not difficult to start watching a Korean drama as it’s available for streaming on different sites globally. We’ll go through some apps and sites on our list below.
What are the most popular Kdramas?For our list of best South Korean dramas, please refer to this article. Below is a list of some additional popular Korean dramas you might want to watch. Most dramas are shown over a 10-week period, which means we viewers are constantly getting new Korean dramas to be excited about!
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My Only One
Title in Korean: (하나뿐인 내편 ㅣ hanappunin naepyeon)
This story is about Kim Doran, whose life becomes complicated when her biological father returns after 28 years. If you’re fond of dramas revolving in the family and drama genre, this is a must-watch. The lead actress for this drama, Uee, who plays the role of Kim Do Ran, was also part of the K-pop girl group After School.
Once Again
Title in Korean: (한 번 다녀왔습니다 ㅣ han beon danyeowatseumnida)
This drama is about the life of a family, consisting of a couple and their four adult children. The story will give you a rollercoaster ride of emotions. Once Again proves to be a drama worth watching as it won several awards during the 34th KBS Drama Awards.
When the Camellia Blooms
Title in Korean: (동백꽃 필 무렵 ㅣ dongbaekkkot pil muryeop)
At the center of this drama is a single mother running a cafe, played by actress Gong Hyo Jin, who not only tries to navigate two possible romances but has to evade becoming a serial killer’s next victim. Actors Kang Ha Neul and Kim Ji Suk played the roles of her love interests.
Vagabond
Title in Korean: (배가본드)
A stunt man, dreaming of becoming a famous action star, finds himself in Morocco trying to investigate what actually happened to his nephew, who supposedly died in a plane crash. This action-filled Korean drama with hints of romance is starred by actor Lee Seung Gi and actress Bae Suzy.
The King: Eternal Monarch
Title in Korean: (더 킹: 영원의 군주 ㅣ deo king: yeongwonui gunju)
Starring Lee Minho, in this drama, the king of the Kingdom of Corea finds himself in a parallel world, the Republic of Korea, while trying to know how he survived an otherwise fatal night in his childhood. Here, he’ll also come across a woman who plays a huge role in knowing the reason behind these occurrences.
Signal
Title in Korean: (시그널)
Communicating via walkie-talkies, a criminal profiler in the present-day, and a police offer in the past try to solve a cold case that is personal to the criminal profiler. As this drama is about solving crimes, some of the scenes were inspired by criminal incidents that actually happened in South Korea, including the Hwaseong serial murders.
Memories of Alhambra
Title in Korean: (알함브라 궁전의 추억 ㅣ alhambeura gungjeonui chueok)
A company CEO played by actor Hyun Bin and a hostel owner, played by actress Park Shin Hye find themselves wrapped in a puzzling series of events in Spain. What’s more interesting is that it revolves around an AR game, with the lines between real-world and augmented reality beginning to become unclear. This drama is best for those who are into sci-fi.
What is the highest-rated Korean drama?The current highest-rated Korean drama is entitled The World of the Married (부부의 세계 | Bubuui Segye). This Korean series from JTBC is a romantic melodrama that was aired in 2020.
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This story is about a doctor (Kim Hee Ae) whose life began to fall apart after she knew of her husband’s (Park Hae Joon) affair with her friend. The 16-episode long drama remains to be the highest-rated cable drama episode of all time.
Korean Drama GenresThere’s a wide variety of Korean dramas that you can start watching. Here are the common drama genres that you can refer to along with K-dramas in this category.
Action DramaAction genres bring the most excitement and thrill to Korean dramas. This genre is also often paired with the crime genre and keeps the viewers hooked during intense fighting scenes. Lead characters in this genre usually go against antagonists who are more powerful than them. Thus, making their victories even more satisfying.
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If you’re into this type of drama, we recommend the Korean dramas Vagabond, Healer, Beyond Evil, and the most recent one, Vincenzo.
Romance DramaWe mainly think of love and happy endings when a romance genre is mentioned. Korean dramas often incorporate other genres like comedy, melodrama, fantasy, or even action in romantic series. This gives the romance a twist and creates depth in the story.
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The highest-rated Korean drama, The World of the Married, also falls under this genre. You can also check out these high-rating romantic dramas: While You Were Sleeping, Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo, Descendants of the Sun, and Crash Landing On You.
Historical DramaThis genre is also known as 사극 (sageuk), which refers to historical films and television series. Historical genres are special because they show the viewers a lot about Korean culture and history.
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Over time, historical genres evolved and incorporated modern drama styles, making them more appealing to younger audiences. Moon Embracing the Sun, Six Flying Dragons, Queen Seondoek, Mr.Sunshine, and Moon Lovers: Scarlet Heart Ryeo are just some of the popular dramas in this genre.
Fantasy DramaKorean dramas with supernatural and fantasy elements bring anticipation to the audience because anything can happen in a fantasy world! The scenes that don’t happen in real life become a reality for the characters.
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Some popular fantasy Korean dramas feature supernatural beings like ghosts, goblins, mermaids, and aliens. A Korean Odyssey, Guardian – The Lonely And Great God, The Legend Of The Blue Sea, and My Love From The Star are some of the best fantasy Korean dramas we recommend.
Medical DramaMedical Korean dramas are both entertaining and educational. Since medical terms are often mentioned, definitions are also included to help the audience understand the concept better. Some scenes make the viewers sigh relief as a patient’s heart starts to beat again in operating rooms.
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Whether you’re in the medical field or not, this genre might be interesting for you. Hospital Playlist, Good Doctor, Doctors, and Hospital Ship are some of the dramas you can check out under this genre.
Family DramaDramas in the family genre never fail to make their audience get at least teary-eyed from all the emotions. After all, the concept of family is very relatable to many. These dramas tend to be light and happy, but sad scenes can easily make you bawl your eyes out. Watching them will give you different feelings.
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These dramas are usually made up of 50 to 55 episodes, with each episode 60 minutes long. Dramas of this genre are usually broadcasted on weekends. They’re usually about 2 families whose fates are intertwined dealing with common family issues. South Korean dramas on family that we recommend include Reply 1988, My Father Is Strange, Go Back Couple, What Happens to my Family, Marry Me Now, Golden Life, Father, I’ll Take Care of You, and You’re the Best.
Legal DramaSimilar to medical dramas, legal dramas are also educational but in the field of law. Characters portrayed by the lead roles are often lawyers or prosecutors trying to find justice amidst the corruption and unfair treatment in South Korean society.
If this piques your interest, you can start by watching legal K-dramas Innocent Defendant, Diary Of A Prosecutor, Law School, or Suits which is a Korean remake of the American series of the same title.
Coming of Age DramaComing-of-age is a genre that focuses on the protagonist’s growth from when they were young to adulthood. This highlights the emotions felt by the character throughout the journey towards adulthood from certain experiences like first love, heartbreak, maturity, and having a new sense of responsibility.
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Some dramas in this genre include The Heirs, Weightlifting Fairy Kim Joo, Boys Over Flowers, and Dream High.
Web DramaKorean dramas typically last around 60 minutes per episode which may be a bit long for others to view in one sitting. Luckily, web dramas usually last between 5 to 30 minutes only but still provide a similar good quality with the longer ones.
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A video or an episode of this type is accessible on channels on platforms such as V-Live. Love Playlist, A-Teen, Queen of the Ring, and The Way I Hate You are some of the dramas in this genre that you can stream.
MelodramaIf you’re up for an intense level of drama, Korean melodrama will not disappoint you. This genre is characterized by a high level of emotions portrayed and plenty of heart-wrenching scenes.
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A great example of Korean melodrama is the Endless Love series that features four different dramas entitled Autumn in My Heart, Winter Sonata, Summer Scent, and Spring Waltz, named after Korea’s four seasons.
Thriller DramaAs the name suggests, thriller dramas give loads of thrill to their audience. This is the kind of drama where every second count, and you need to have your eyes glued on the screen. Thriller dramas usually go together with horror or action genres where many things are going on. There will constantly be a feeling of suspense and anticipation as scenes are heading towards the climax.
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The Korean series Kingdom, Save Me, Defendant, and Extracurricular are ones you can start with. Before you do so, if it helps, it’s best to expect jump scares and ominous background music!
Where can I watch Korean dramas?We’ve told you about the history of Korean dramas and some of the best ones to start binge-watching. But what are the best sites to start watching these dramas on? We’ll tell you about it in a while, including some of the series you can watch on these sites!
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In the past, it was a big challenge for many foreigners living outside Korea who have an interest in South Korean dramas to find an app or website for watching them. However, thanks to technology and the ever-increasing popularity of Korean dramas, they’re easily accessible now.
NetflixThese days watching South Korean dramas could be done comfortably through Netflix! You can stream Korean series or a movie through their website or app, or you can also download the video for offline binge-watching. Some K-dramas are also listed as Netflix originals. We’ve listed some of them below.
As Korean dramas increase in popularity and demand, this app is investing more in South Korean series and movies this year. If you’re a subscriber, you’ll definitely have a longer list of Korean series and movies on your account.
Korean dramas on Netflix- Crash Landing on You
- Hi Bye, Mama!
- Hospital Playlist
- It’s Okay Not to Be Okay
- Kingdom
- Love Alarm
- Mystic Pop-up Bar
- The King: Eternal Monarch
- Vagabond
- When the Camellia Blooms
Viki
Viki is a streaming site that has often been considered the very best to get your Korean drama fix. We’ve listed some Korean dramas you can stream on Viki, covering the different Korean drama genres.
Korean dramas on Viki- Descendants of the Sun
- Guardian: The Great and Lonely God
- Hotel del Luna
- My Love From the Star
- Strong Woman Do Bong Soon
- Swing Kids
- Train
- Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo
- Welcome to Waikiki
- What’s Wrong With Secretary Kim
There’s a wide variety of movies and series that you could see, including some popular K-dramas by searching on Hulu.
ViuViu is one of the leading streaming sites when it comes to Korean dramas and movies. However, it is still only available in parts of Asia, the Middle East, and South Africa.
Are South Korean dramas shown in North Korea?North Korea has minimal access to media compared to South Korea. This is mainly because government control is pretty much everywhere in the North, including their media. This means that South Korean dramas are not shown in North Korea. People do not have access to it as everything shown on North Korean televisions or by a media company is already filtered and controlled by their government.
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Also, an anti-reactionary law was imposed by the North Korean government late last year. With this law, anyone who uses, stores, or distributes foreign cultural content from South Korea and other countries, could be punished by paying fines, imprisonment, or the death penalty being the maximum punishment.
What is your favorite Korean drama to date? Which actors do you especially enjoy watching, and what kind of stories do you like? Are there any upcoming K-dramas that you plan on watching soon? Let us know any thoughts you have on Korean dramas below! For example, if you haven’t yet watched any K-dramas, let us know which drama will you try out first!
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Gareungbinga and Gongmyeongjo – Kalavinka and Jivamjivaka: 가릉빈가 & 공명조
Two of the more obscure figures you’ll find at a Korean Buddhist temple or hermitage is Gareungbinga or “Kalavinka” in Sanskrit, and Gongmyeongjo or “Jivamjivaka” in Sanskrit. While these human-bird-like creatures were once far more prominent at temples, they are now much harder to find. So what do they look like? Where can you find them? And what do they symbolize?
Gareungbinga – KalavinkaThe first of these two mysterious human-bird-like creatures is the Gareungbinga – 가릉빈가 in Korean, or Kalavinka in Sanskrit. What physically distinguishes this mythological creature from its Gongmyeongjo counterpart are the amount of heads. Both have bird bodies, while the upper portion is human. But while the Gareungbinga has one head, the Gongmyeongjo has two heads. The exact origins of the Gareungbinga are unclear; but it’s believed by some that the Gareungbinga are based on the real birds of India.
According to myth, Gareungbinga live in the Buddhist Pure Land, or Jeongto in Korean. It can live here or among the snowy forests of the Himalayas. The Kalavinka is said to have started singing even before it left its shell to live in the Himalayas and the Pure Land. The Korean word Gareungbinga is a transliteration of the Sanskrit word Kalavinka for this creature. The Sanskirt name of Kalavinka means “a beautiful sound” in English. And it’s believed that the Kalavinka has the most beautiful, the purest, and the most delicate of voices found in Buddhist texts. For this reason, the voice of the Kalavinka is often described as having Buddha’s voice. In fact, there are a couple Buddhist sutras where the Buddha’s voice is described as being like a Kalavinka. Specifically, this can be found in the “Parable of the Phantom City,” which is from chapter seven of the Lotus Sutra. In this section of the sutra it says, “Sage lord, heavenly being among heavenly beings, voiced like the Kalavinka bird, you who pity and comfort living beings, we now pay you honour and reverence,” when specifically describing the voice of the Buddha, Seokgamoni-bul.
The Gareungbinga (Kalavinka) adorning the base of the East Stupa at Yeongoksa Temple in Gurye, Jeollanam-do. The stupa is National Treasure #53. (Picture Courtesy of the CHA).Like Buddhism, the image of the Kalavinka migrated eastward first from India, on towards China, and finally arriving on the Korean peninsula and then onto Japan. The image of a Kalavinka appears on ancient tomb murals from Goguryeo Kingdom (37 B.C. – 668 A.D.). The Kalavinka has also appeared as a roof tile design and on pagodas from Later Silla (668-935 A.D.). The image of the Kalavinka has also appeared on stupas from the Goryeo Dynasty (918-1392) and in the murals on temples from the Joseon Dynasty (1392-1910).
Specifically in Buddhist art, a Kalavinka can appear either singing or playing a musical instrument like the Bipa (a Korean mandolin). A Kalavinka is also a celestial being similar to an angel. Another name for a Kalavinka in Korean, other than Gareungbinga, is Geukrakjo. “Geukrak” is a reference to the Pure Land in Buddhism where Amita-bul (The Buddha of the Western Paradise) resides. This is the destination for people after the cycle of Samsara has come to an end. Instead of being reincarnated, people live in the Pure Land, or “Jeongto” in Korean, forever. The Pure Land is believed to be filled with beautiful jewels, flowers, and fruit. As such, the Pure Land is filled with a sweet scent. And included in this beauty is the beautiful singing of the Kalavinka that makes the Pure Land that much more beautiful with its voice.
A Gongmyeongjo (Jivajivaka) from Chuiunam Hermitage in Yangsan, Gyeongsangnam-do. (Picture Courtesy of Naver). Gongmyeongjo – JivajivakaAlmost identical in appearance to the Gareungbinga, and often confused, what differentiates the Gongmyeongjo from a Gareungbinga are the number of heads to this human-bird-like mythical creature. Again, a Gongmyeongjo has two heads while a Gareungbinga has one. But while they appear nearly identical in appearance, they do have quite distinct backgrounds and distinct symbolic meanings.
The Korean word for this mythological creature is Gongmyeongjo – 공명조. In Sanskrit, this creature is known as Jivajivaka. The name is derived from a bird’s chirping sound. There doesn’t seem to be a specific history behind the Gongmyeongjo; instead, it’s guessed that this creature was transported along the Silk Road since a two-headed eagle and/or stork appeared in ancient Middle Eastern and Roman iconography like in paintings and statues. So historians have long thought that with the migration of people through commerce and trade, art and ideas, the Jivajivaka also migrated eastward.
A Gongmyeongjo (Jivamjivaka) from a temple in southern Jeju-do. (Photo Courtesy of David Mason).A Jivajivaka flies with light feathers and a golden body with two heads. And despite the fact that the Jivajivaka has two heads with one body, they have two different spirits. And yet, they live and die at the same time.
Like a Kalavinka, the Jivajivaka is also described in Buddhist texts as having a beautiful voice. Interestingly, the Gongmyeongjo appears just as often as the Gareungbinga in Buddhist texts. Specifically there is a story that begins with a Garuda (enormous predatory birds) and a Wupagaruda (a bird with two heads sharing one body). One day when the Wupagaruda fell asleep, the Garuda ate some delicious food that it found all by itself. After the Wupagaruda found out about this, it was very upset. Later, the Wupagaruda saw a beautiful flower that was poisonous. So angry about the Garuda being so selfish, the Wupagaruda ate the poisonous flower killing the two-headed creature. At the end of the story, the Garuda found out the reason the Wupagaruda ate the poisonous flower and asked, “Why did you do all that?” the Wupagaruda answered in a poem:
- “When you fell asleep,
- I ate the delicate and sweet flower.
- That flower came with the wind,
- But you were very angry,
- I don’t want to see a stupid person,
- I don’t want to hear that I lived with a stupid person.
- There’s no benefit to live with a stupid person,
- That person just harms other people and himself.”
This poem makes plain the utter detestation that a Gongmyeongjo has for selfishness and stupidity both in others and in oneself. It’s from this sort of self-centeredness that a lot of harm can enter into world and injure others and oneself whether these actions are intentional or not. So a Gongmyeongjo reminds us to be more mindful when we act.
The headless Gareungbinga adorning the capstone of Korean Treasure #275, Stele for Buddhist Monk Gwangja at Taeansa Temple. ExamplesHere are a few of the great examples Gareungbinga that you can find in and around Korean temples and hermitages. Perhaps the most famous can be found on the East Stupa of Yeongoksa Temple in Gurye, Jeollanam-do. The stone relief can be found at the base of this national treasure. Another great example of this one headed creature, which is in fact missing on this statue, is the Stele for Buddhist Monk Gwangja at Taeansa Temple in Gokseong, Jeollnam-do. The capstone is adorned with a headless Gareungbinga, and the stele is Korean Treasure #275. And one final example of a Gareungbinga is a part of the main altar inside the Daeung-jeon Hall, which is Korean Treasure #562, at Hwanseongsa Temple in Gyeongsan, Gyeongsangbuk-do.
As for the two-headed Gongmyeongjo, you can find an older mural dedicated to this mythological figure at Chwiunam Hermitage at Tongdosa Temple in Yangsan, Gyeongsangnam-do. And another far more elaborate mural of the Gongmyeongjo can be found above the entry of the main hall at Gwaneumsa Temple in Yangsan, Gyeongsangnam-do.
ConclusionThere aren’t too many examples of either a Gareungbinga and/or a Gongmyeongjo in and around Korean temple grounds. But a couple places you might keep your eye on are in and around older stupas and some of the murals around temple shrine halls like the Daeung-jeon Hall. While not common, they are definitely distinctive. And if you listen close enough, perhaps you’ll be lucky enough to hear their heavenly voices.
A part of the main altar inside the Daeung-jeon Hall at Hwanseongsa Temple in Gyeongsan, Gyeongsangbuk-do. (Picture Courtesy of Naver Blog). —Dale's Korean Temple Adventures YouTube
Koreans don’t say “Umm” | Korean FAQ
A quick way to tell if someone is a native Korean speaker or not, is to pay attention to whether or not they use sounds such as "umm" or "uhh" often when speaking. This isn't to say that Koreans don't make these sounds (they do), but they often use different sounds than in English.
This video will share some alternate sounds that you can make when you're thinking to sound more like a native speaker.
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