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korea Travelers' Essentials

the story of hanji (the paper of Korea) Hanji literally means “the paper of Korea”. The main material is the fibrous skin of the mulberry. Hanji is not simply paper. It is used in a variety of ways, and has a different name according to its use. If it is glued on a door it is called a window paper It is copy paper if it is used for a family registry book, Buddhist sutra or old books, while it becomes drawing paper. if four gracious pl.. 더보기
Korea Volunteer Tour Guides Korea Volunteer Tour Guides What is a Goodwill Guide? Goodwill Guides are volunteer guides who help visitors to Korea to communicate in various situations. They attend festivals and events together with visitors, provide free guide services, assist with communication in various ways, and participate in cultural exchanges. As of December 31, 2009, 682 Goodwill Guides are registered with the Korea.. 더보기
Korea tourist information centers Korea tourist information centers The main Tourist Information Center (TIC) is located on the basement level of the Korea Tourism Organization (KTO) headquarters in Seoul. At the TIC, maps, leaflets, and other promotional materials are provided at no charge and visitors can get information on tourist attractions, accommodations, food and much more from professionals fluent in English, Japanese, .. 더보기
Korea's Tourist Information Hotline Knowledgeable and helpful staff provide assistance in Korean, English, Japanese, or Chinese to ensure each caller has a worry-free travel experience. The KTO 1330 tt call center provides information and services for most regions of Korea as well as interpretation services. Planning to visit Korea? Or, just need some help from time to time? If so, call the friendly operators at the 1330 tt call c.. 더보기
Information currency exchange in Korea Information currency exchange in Korea Shinhan Bank Overview Euromoney magazine designated Shinhan Bank as The Best Bank in Korea of 2000. It was also recognized as having the best customer service for 3 consecutive years. Shinhan Bank is one of the most trusted banks in Korea, and a specialized foreign exchange bank. Services Foreign currency exchange and remittance Cash withdrawal from global .. 더보기
Korea Travelers' Essentials, Korea's Medical Facilities Korea Travelers' Essentials, Korea's Medical Facilities Hospital There are many hospitals where some English is spoken. International clinics at large general hospitals like Severance Hospital, Asan Medical Center or Samsung Medical Center are recommended. Severance Hospital: 134, Sinchon-dong, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul Website: www.iseverance.com (English, Chinese, Japanese, and Russian) Internationa.. 더보기
Korea Travelers' Essentials, Korea Helpful Telephone Numbers Korea Helpful Telephone Numbers Crime Reporting & Police 112 Crime Reporting Phone Number 112 provides foreigners with a translation service. When a tourist dials 112, a multilingual operator (English, Japanese, Chinese, Russian, French, Spanish, and Germany) is made available to consult with the tourist about his or her emergency situation and connect him or her directly to police authorities. .. 더보기
Korea Travelers' Essentials, Korea Phone calls/Mobile Phones/Internet Korea Travelers' Essentials, Korea Phone calls/Mobile Phones/Internet Public phones Many Koreans carry cellular phones nowadays, eliminating the need for public telephone booths. Though many public telephone booths have now been removed, they still exist on streets where there are many pedestrians, near bus stops, inside subway stations, and in most public transportation facilities. Public telep.. 더보기
Korea Travelers' Essentials, Korea's Electricity and Voltage Korea Travelers' Essentials, Korea's Electricity and Voltage The standard voltage in Korea is 220 volts. The outlet has two round holes and is the same type used in France, Germany, Austria, Greece, Turkey, and many other countries. If you do not have a multi-voltage travel adapter, you can borrow one from your hotel’s front desk. If you want to buy one in Korea, you can do so at a duty-free sho.. 더보기
Korea Travelers' Essentials, Banking and ATM Korea Travelers' Essentials, Banking and ATM ATM Cards with the Plus and Cirrus logos are the easiest to use and most widely accepted in Korea. Some places even accept international cards like China UnionPay, Maestro, Electron, and JCB cards. Banks as well as other sites have ATMs (automatic teller machines), where customers can make withdrawals, deposits, and fund transfers. However, as all ATM.. 더보기