petersudents's PhotoBlog

.: Korean Folk Village :.

2008-04-10T14:40:20Z

The Korean Folk Village is home to numerous collections of Korean cultural aritifacts, providing an opportunity for Korean children to experience and learn the culture of their ancestors firsthand. The village has been developed to convey the wisdom and the spirits of our ancestors to both domestic and international tourists. The village has reproduced over 260 traditional houses reminiscent of the late Chosun Dynasty and has recreated the life of Korean people through the exhibition of various household goods. Overall, visitors can catch a glimpse of the lifestyle of the ancient Korean people in the 300,000 pyeong natural location, experience diverse traditional life at the Folk Village, and enjoy the museum in addition to the folk museum. I’d recommend checking folk performance schedule which are involved Korean traditional wedding. Some number of newly married couple makes a traditional wedding performance to make celebration. Additional, I advise you to visit traditional marketplace. In order to re-enact the atmosphere of the market place from the Shilla period and 30 kinds of local dishes are prepared in the style of olden days and facilities like wooden floors and inns are conveniently provided for visitors. Written by Mia and Alex

Paris

2008-04-10T15:24:45Z

****Eiffel Tower (Tour Eiffel) Eiffel Tower is the symbol of Paris and likely the most recognizable landmark of the city ****Cacre-Coeur Cathedral When we arrived to Sacre-Coeur we were surprized to recognize the Byzantine style in the architecture of the basilica. We weren't quite expecting it, after days of seeing only Gothic architecture in most of the city's churches. ****Louvre Museum The Louvre is the world's largest museum and one of the world's greatest art collections in the world. The palace stretches for about half mile between the Seine and rue de Rivoli. It was originally a fortress built by Philippe-Auguste in the 13th century. ****Musee d'Orsay Musee d'Orsay opened in 1986 in a beautiful building which served as a train station until 1960's. The museum is devoted to the period dating from 1848 to 1914 providing a bridge between the classical Louvre and the modern Centre Pompidou. ****Arc de Triomphe The Arc de Triomphe is a monument in Paris, France that stands in the centre of the Place Charles de Gaulle, also known as the Place de l'Étoile (Star Square). It is at the western end of the Champs-Élysées. The arch honours those who fought for France, particularly during the Napoleonic Wars. On the inside and the top of the arc there are all of the names of generals and wars fought. Underneath there is the tomb of the unknown soldier. Written by Anita

Iranian New Year

2008-04-10T22:14:39Z

** http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/03/images/20080319-11_p031908cg-0017-515h.html No Ruz, new day or New Year as the Iranians call it, is a celebration of spring Equinox. It has been celebrated by all the major cultures of ancient Mesopotamia. Sumerians, 3000BC, Babylonians 2000 BC, the ancient kingdom of Elam in Southern Persia 2000BC, Akaddians all have been celebrating it in one form or another. What we have today as No Ruz with its’ uniquely Iranian characteristics has been celebrated for at least 3000 years and is deeply rooted in the traditions of Zoroastrian belief system. Haft Sîn (هفت سین) or the seven 'S's is a major tradition of Nowruz. The haft sin table includes seven items specific starting with the letter S or Sīn (س) in Persian alphabet). The items symbolically correspond to seven creations and holy immortals protecting them. Originally called Haft Chin (هفت چین)[citation needed], the Haft Sin has evolved over time, but has kept its symbolism. Traditionally, families attempt to set as beautiful a Haft Sīn table as they can, as it is not only of traditional and spiritual value, but also noticed by visitors during Nowruzi visitations and is a reflection of their good taste. The Haft Sin items are: sabzeh - wheat, barley or lentil sprouts growing in a dish - symbolizing rebirth samanu - a sweet pudding made from wheat germ - symbolizing affluence senjed - the dried fruit of the oleaster tree - symbolizing love sīr - garlic - symbolizing medicine sīb - apples - symbolizing beauty and health somaq - sumac berries - symbolizing (the color of) sunrise serkeh - vinegar - symbolizing age and patience Other items on the table may include: Sonbol - Hyacinth (flower) Sekkeh - Coins - representative of wealth Traditional Iranian pastries such as baghlava, toot, naan-nokhodchi Dried nuts, berries and raisins (Aajeel) lit candles (enlightenment and happiness) a mirror (symbolizing cleanness and honesty) decorated eggs, sometimes one for each member of the family (fertility) a bowl of water with goldfish (life within life, and the sign of Pisces which the sun is leaving) a bowl of water with an orange in it (the earth floating in space) rosewater, believed to have magical cleansing powers the national colours, for a patriotic touch a holy book (e.g., the Qur'an, Avesta, Bible, Torah, or Kitáb-i-Aqdas) and/or a poetry book (almost always either the Shahnama or the Divan of Hafez) Written by Ali

.:Sao Paolo - Brazil:.

2008-04-10T22:33:23Z

The city of São Paulo is full of surprises. It is no longer seen as a rainy city, full of concrete buildings, where people do nothing but work. In fact, there is the rainy season in the capital of São Paulo, usually in the first three months of the year. And it is a working city, with busy people, who are always in a hurry. And concrete is everywhere, in its monumental buildings, malls and residential neighborhoods. However, São Paulo is much more than that. Its parks are real oasis amid the commotion of the big city. Its monuments and tourist points, visited by Brazilians and foreigners, are historical sites that tell us the history not only of the state, but also of the country. Its gastronomy offers choices that suit all tastes and pockets, in several places. It is the third-largest city in the world with 19.000.000 people. SP, offers countless cultural options that suit all tastes and pockets: from exhibitions and outdoor concerts to internationally known museums and theaters with their sophisticated events. Sao Paulo's cuisine is multinational, reflecting the city's diverse population, and the nightlife choices are nearly endless. Written by Débora