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If I asked you to picture an exotic country, you'd probably go with something like Australia or Japan. But after this exclusive list by Bored Panda, you'll probably consider South Korea one too.

To show how unique this country really is, we put together a collection of pictures that vividly illustrate its everyday life. We're talking solar-powered benches with USB and wireless charging, onion-flavored cereal, and pretty much everything else you can find there.

Continue scrolling to check out the images and the conversation I had with Hammer and Guillaume, A Fun Couple from Hong Kong and France respectively, who have been traveling the world and documenting their adventures on their blog and Instagram.

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Running Out Of Children Due To The Low Birth Rates, A School In South Korea Is Opening Their Doors And Allowing Illiterate Grandmothers To Enrol, So They Can Also Learn To Read

Running Out Of Children Due To The Low Birth Rates, A School In South Korea Is Opening Their Doors And Allowing Illiterate Grandmothers To Enrol, So They Can Also Learn To Read

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

That's something I've seen in real life, some Asian women of a certain age and social class were put to work as soon as they were old enough, and never taught to read or write.

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This Care Package The South Korean Government Sent Me While I’m In Quarantine Day 2

This Care Package The South Korean Government Sent Me While I’m In Quarantine Day 2

Translated letter that was attached to the package: “For people who are currently suffering from the Corona-19 virus, we send our regards and sympathy. We (the food ministry?) is sending this “environment-friendly health package” constructed with environment-friendly crops. We hope this helps you get energy for your daily routine. Furthermore, we hope you get well soon to return to your daily life. You can do it! Fight it! Go South Korea!”

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Talk about boosting one's moral support. This is simply admirable.

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Well, we got the stimulus checks. And sending care packages on such a large scale would actually be a waste of money

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Michael Se
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

When you create a society based on empathy and human dignity...

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Alexia Tr
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Very relatively. They are very thoughtful for some thing, but the way they treat their students and workers is everything but empathetic or human.

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

That looks like an expensive gift hamper! It actually looks fresh and appetising. Meanwhile, in the UK my parents got some dried macaroni and tinned food - for an authentic post apocalyptic experience.

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Common sense blended with kindness. A government that recognizes people - what a breath of fresh air.

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My daughter's daycare had to shut down for 2 weeks because a teacher became infected. We ended up getting a care package as well since some families do rely on nutritionally balanced lunches and snacks from daycare. I didn't expect it at all!

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Free food here in NYC was room temp mayo based salads , single serve sugary cereals and stale white bread. I'd have killed for fresh fruits and vegetables!

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My god, I can't IMAGINE the government doing something like that on a mass scale. I'm in the US, I'm sure this is no surprise to anyone...

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This is lovely . Then there’s the UK government who cried when it was asked to give 15 PER WEEK ! to hungry kids and the vulnerable . Cried for weeks they did

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The British people deserve all they got considering the way they handled the pandemic.

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

In this US they didn’t even bother to send us a letter to say go f*** yourself. But it was implied.

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

2 days worth of salary - that 's what in Hungary we have to pay for ONE pcr teszt (19000 HUF = 65 USD ) No care package, no free masks, nothing :(

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The United States did help with food and cash. The schools passed out meals ,so the kids not only got increased food stamps ,but also two -three meals a day. There still continues to be an increase in free food distribution sights handing out meat, veges, fruit ,milk etc. I've seen the baskets of food handed out. It was alot of food and it was good choices and fresh. Plus food stamps were increased. The USA also passed out 3 checks of a good amount of money. Two checks in 2020 and one in 2021. People with kids also got $350/ month as an increase in child tax credit. I don't have children so I'm not 100% sure if that was pet kid. Unemployment was paid with very little questioning. It was also paid for many more weeks then none covid time. There was help with rent and utilities if needed. So the USA government did provide a substantial amount during Covid. I'm sure the government in Korea didn't drop these packages of themselves. They most likely had local people prepare them and off.

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Which is the community helping the community and providing employment. Which makes sense because the local people would know What their community needs. The government paid for it but just like the USA ,but these services are provided locally.

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

A friend in the uk was given a cheese sandwich on quarantine. Just two slices of white bread and a slice of cheese. That’s it.

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1 year ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

As someone who is sick & just found out I’m Covid Positive today & whose boss didn’t even send the slightest message of feigned concern, this actually brings tears to my eyes

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

FRESH fruits and vegetables?! IF we were so lucky to have a caring government in the USA, it would be processed, starchy garage with no loving notes 🙁

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My local government sent me tins of beans, pasta and mouldy bread!!

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1 year ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Sometimes, I wish I were Korean. They're the Canadians of Southeast Asia. Overshadowed by powerful neighboring countries, they compensate by being genuinely *nice* people. At least to outsiders; obviously I can't speak from any other viewpoint.

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Wow as a Korean Canadian I think that is the nicest compliment anyone has ever said about Korea 🤣

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Wow. That's so nice and probably helpful, especially if you can get out the house to get anything from the shop.

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It's crazy how one of the most caring countries is next to one of the most evil countries. I feel so bad for the people in North Korea and really pray that something changes their and the people are no longer prisoners.

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

That is so lovely, and thoughtful - and from a government department too!

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

while regular folk see 'sweet' and 'this is nice' i see insulin resistance, heavy problem with protein deficiency and massive problem with the fact that there are no healthy fats here. sooo, tons of sugar and fiber, no protein no fats is not a healthy thing to do to yourself. this goes out from a former 2year long clean vegan. low carb is the way. or carb recycle for some folks. you wecome

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Lovely package...I see vitamin c-rich foods, masks, disinfectants among other stuff I don't recognize. Thoughtful indeed

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This is something one would get from a friend or a co-worker...hard to believe it came from the government...it's so personal!

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Wow they’re just making the US look like a pack of jerks right now. This is really great

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I would be totally moved by this. America ain't doing that for ya!

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

hahahaha...environmentally friendly health package...did this person fail to see all the single use plastics the fruits and vegetables are wrapped in, and yes, this is how food is packaged in supermarkets here. and all the plastic bottles. and please explain what these environmentally friendly crops are? hahahahaha...this person is definitely one of those E2 visa holders.

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Wow! Imagine Your GOVERNMENT caring about Your well-being & comfort!

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The plastic wrapping everywhere is certainly environmentally friendly…

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Se a 'esquerda furiosa' tivesse permitido, traríamos tido algo semelhante, aqui no Brasil . . .

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

What is that fruit covered in white netting???? I have been wondering that FOREVER

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

meanwhile north Korea d**k tator let his people starve building missiles and people sick disappear

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

So thoughtful and awesome. Great to see a unified fight against a threat instead of the American "every man for himself" way of thinking.

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Hope the expiry date on outdoor stuff was 2 months or more. We hardly ever get to use any free stuff handed out.

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Wouldn't it be wonderful if "other" nations would follow this humanitarian example?

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

America never ever mentioned that just maybe we need to have healthier eating habits.. considering overweight people and the elderly suffered the most. But nope! In true American fashion, we were enticed with donuts, fries, beer, burgers, etc. to get vaccinated. America is so stupid sometimes. More concerned with not hurting the feelings of the overweight and less concerned with talking about healthy habits and the importance of them!

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

What? All the US gave us is several thousand dollars. No thought put into it at all.

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I.have to say this is awesome. Not going to find that kind help in the U.S.

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Awesome! A government that actually cares about their people! Sure isn't the USA!!

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James Casady
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Where is my factory farm steak, bacon, beer and whisky??!!?? How the hell am I expected to recover!?!!!??

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Great examples of empthy and understanding that can make such a deep impact on peoples subcontious, and help ensure that people feel like they are in this together. More countries need to take heed and follow suit, especially here in the US, where it feels like everyones on there own in this pandemic, we could definity use a care package or too, or in all actuality we could really use a government that would think about giving us a care package

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

You know you got to love their attitude I guarantee you you would not get this treatment in North Korea

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

A government that actually cares for its people? Awesome!

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

thats nice of them all i got was a daily call 2 times a day, to make sure im at a land line then one random call. would have loved this when stuck in a hotel. they had a box of can and pkg food you call desk. you payed jacked up prices. can soup that be $1.05 would be $3.00-4.00 each that was tomato soup price, .5 liter milk was $7.00 i don't even look at the cereal could not afford the milk. Thank god mama told me to travel with food always. pkt coco drink mix, tea bags, all in one coffee black lipton, plain roasted rice tea, tubes sugar and cream, instant grits and oatmeal. few instant ramin pkts. broke them in half for each serving. 10 spam envelopes, 10 tuna envelops, 30 pkts of 3min noodle, rice, dry soups mixes pkts like knorr & lipton type. traveling over seas. Bring own food make sure its type your aloud to. bring DVDs burn some 4-5 movies a CD copies I add a few cartoon to use up space. to fit in a mini album. Make sure you have out let adaptors lol cost me 55.00 lol

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

E' dolcissimo, ma dire "condoglianze" suona un poco di malaugurio, ecco..

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This is so cool and sweet and good for mental wellbeing, too! And somehow reading that all I could think about is a pack of M&M's and a pack of popcorn, which were given as a thanks to US essential employees for working during first lockdown. This makes me sad, employers of US of A :(

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I worked during the lockdowns because I’m a lab worker for the Texas DSHS. We didn’t even get candy and popcorn.

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

South Korea is sooo modern... Just watch a couple of their movies on Netflix...

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Environment friendly crops packaged in single use plastic and styrofoam?

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The “environment-friendly health package” that has every item wrapped in plastic

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Maybe some of that money could have went to someone who needed it more than u and would appreciate it

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

All y'all that are bitchen about u didn't get nothing what about the stimulus checks three ofem some people are getting monthly checks nothing is never good enough always think something is owed to yal selfish bastards these other countries don't have it half as good as u do kids are starving to death and yal complain how bad USA is if you don't like the USA then get the f**k out please maybe the USA be better off without yal init

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Man if the usa is so bad that all of y'all are crying..hot damn u got three checks some still getting monthly checks always want more n more..if u don't like this country then get the f**k out if it's so bad

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

veggie friendly, kind of them to send something, i wonder what their concept of the food pyramid entails. hmmm, you were either sick snd didn't care, because you didn't want to eat or you were light headed and starving with nothing but raw vegis in a hotel room,. did you have a way to cut the vegis? if you did, go South Korea! ! it mist have been this luxurious package snd the encouraging letter that kept you from passing over the threshold of death's door, cause clearly you lived fo tell about it. i see correlation snd causation? don't you? perhaps my dry sarcasm will be misgiven.hmm hmm hmmm ha ha ha.

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I might be wrong but I have heard that giving fruit and vegetables is regarded as a very good and healthy gift in most asian cultures. Im assuming the majority of households would have rice and condiments in bulk.

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This country in East Asia makes up about 45 percent of the Korean Peninsula and faces North Korea across a demilitarized zone (DMZ) that's 2.5 miles (4 km) wide. The DMZ was established by the terms of the 1953 armistice that ended fighting in the Korean War (1950–53) and runs for about 150 miles (240 km).

"We have been calling South Korea our home for 3.5 years now," A Fun Couple told Bored Panda. "What we liked about the idea of moving here was that this country is still not on most people's bucket list when traveling to Asia. Many travelers would rather prioritize neighboring countries such as Japan, China or Hong Kong when visiting the continent."

However, according to Hammer and Guillaume, South Korea has been making a name for itself over the last few years, with the K-phenomenon on the cultural side and large companies such as Samsung and LG on the business side.

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"We were excited but also curious to live in a country that continues to develop fast yet remains a bit unknown to the Western world."

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Pink Explosion In Jeju City, Jeju Island, South Korea

Pink Explosion In Jeju City, Jeju Island, South Korea

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Korean Ktx Trains Play “Healing Broadcasts” Where They Just Show Newborn Puppies Rolling Around For Five Minutes

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Airports In Seoul Provide A Map To Your Gate On The Back Of Your Boarding Pass

Airports In Seoul Provide A Map To Your Gate On The Back Of Your Boarding Pass

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This needs to be at every airport. I tend to find airports a labyrinth with hard to find gates.

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One aspect that really impressed the couple once they came to this country was the strong sense of solidarity amongst Koreans. "An aspect that's really astonishing and will help you understand what we mean by that is the gold collecting campaign."

"In 1998, South Korea was about $304 billion in debt to the International Monetary Fund (IMF). As a national sacrifice, 3.5 million Koreans donated their gold to the government to repay part of the debt. About 227 tons of gold were donated voluntarily during that event. Impressive, right?!"

"This sense of solidarity can be felt in everyday life in Korea. For example, during the pandemic, people were very supportive of each other. Koreans made a joint effort to keep social distancing rules and wear masks at all times. This is also why South Korea was seen as a benchmark when managing the COVID crisis in its early stage."

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Took These In The Same Spot Over The Past Year. Korea’s Four Seasons: Yeouido

Took These In The Same Spot Over The Past Year. Korea’s Four Seasons: Yeouido

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Glad To See My Favorite Tree Standing Healthy After This Year's Numerous Typhoons And Landslides, South Korea

Glad To See My Favorite Tree Standing Healthy After This Year's Numerous Typhoons And Landslides, South Korea

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Of course, settling in another culture takes time. Hammer and Guillaume said the 'work hard, play hard' concept was probably the trickiest thing to adjust to.

"Koreans are very hard working. The maximum number of working hours per week recently changed from 63 to 52, but it's still a lot. Although the work-life balance got better over the last few years, working overtime (and not being paid for it) is still pretty common."

"It is also very common to go out with colleagues multiple times a week after work and have dinner and drinks until late at night. We definitely had to cut down on our sleeping hours, but it's a lot of fun to live and work in South Korea!"

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Apartment Complex In Korea Being Painted, So The Painters Shrouded All The Cars In The Parking Lot To Protect From Splatter

Apartment Complex In Korea Being Painted, So The Painters Shrouded All The Cars In The Parking Lot To Protect From Splatter

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Starbucks In Seoul Offering Used Coffee Grounds For Gardening

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Just Received This At My Door! S. Korea Gives Out Food Rations To People In Quarantine

Just Received This At My Door! S. Korea Gives Out Food Rations To People In Quarantine

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I heard about this. Good for people that can't get groceries home delivered or have no one to take care of them. Great job! Wish all local governments globally did this.

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This Hand-Painted Underside Of A Temple Roof In Korea

This Hand-Painted Underside Of A Temple Roof In Korea

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"Since there are much fewer expats in South Korea than other Asian countries we've lived in, things are not always fully catered to foreigners. Opening a bank account, getting a local driver's license, getting a phone plan, using different apps; these things weren't always easy," A Fun Couple said.

"Besides there is still a language barrier and most of the documents are rarely translated into English. However, we've noticed that it has become easier for a foreigner to go about their daily life than when we arrived here 3.5 years ago. So we hope that this trend will continue in the future as well!"

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I Get To Walk Through This Everyday On My Way Home From Work

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This Sign Is Not For A Cat Crossing. It Means "Caution: Cat Is Around"

This Sign Is Not For A Cat Crossing. It Means "Caution: Cat Is Around"

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This 2D Café We Visited In Seoul

This 2D Café We Visited In Seoul

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

🎶Take.... on... meeee..... *take on me* Take.... me... onnnnnnnn.... 🎶

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Modern Korea Built Around Historic Korea (Seoul)

Modern Korea Built Around Historic Korea (Seoul)

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Pretty normal for a large amount of European cities too. But really really beautiful nonetheless.

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During their time in South Korea, A Fun Couple discovered a beautiful country, full of contrasts between the modern and the traditional, amazing natural landscapes, and exciting cities like Seoul and Busan.

"South Koreans are very welcoming and positive-minded people. We met so many great people here and made very good friends. Therefore, we highly recommend South Korea as an expat destination. We started our blog so that more people can realize how great this place is and that they should add this destination to their bucket list!"

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Small Restaurant In The Snow, Seoul, South Korea

Small Restaurant In The Snow, Seoul, South Korea

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Solar Powered Benches Here In Seoul, South Korea. Complete With USB And Wireless Charging Docks

Solar Powered Benches Here In Seoul, South Korea. Complete With USB And Wireless Charging Docks

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Bukhansan Yesterday

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"Root Bench" Is A Public Installation By Architect Yong Ju Lee In Hangang Art Park, South Korea

"Root Bench" Is A Public Installation By Architect Yong Ju Lee In Hangang Art Park, South Korea

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South Korea Puts Traffic Lights On The Ground So That People Who're Looking At Their Phones Can Still See The Light

South Korea Puts Traffic Lights On The Ground So That People Who're Looking At Their Phones Can Still See The Light

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This Ice Lolly I Bought In Korea Has A Little Tray To Prevent It From Melting All Over Your Hands

This Ice Lolly I Bought In Korea Has A Little Tray To Prevent It From Melting All Over Your Hands

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Every Half Kilometer They Have A Resting Place Made For Pedestrians In This Korean City Ansan

Every Half Kilometer They Have A Resting Place Made For Pedestrians In This Korean City Ansan

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

There is a lot of park-like things integrated throughout cities. I love it.

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Chips Organized Into A Rainbow In Korea

Chips Organized Into A Rainbow In Korea

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This Latte Art From A Cafe In Seoul, South Korea

This Latte Art From A Cafe In Seoul, South Korea

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#28

South Korea Isn't Joking When Battling Covid-19

South Korea Isn't Joking When Battling Covid-19

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Anne
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

but.. in the sun you get hotter right.. so how would that work?

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#29

I'm Staying In Korea Right Now And Apparently There Is A TV Channel Dedicated To Dogs, As In Programming For Dogs

I'm Staying In Korea Right Now And Apparently There Is A TV Channel Dedicated To Dogs, As In Programming For Dogs

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#30

This Here Is The Entrance Of The Club Chroma In Seoul, South Korea By MVRDV Architecture, Which Is Said To Be The Largest Nightclub In The World

This Here Is The Entrance Of The Club Chroma In Seoul, South Korea By MVRDV Architecture, Which Is Said To Be The Largest Nightclub In The World

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#31

Daegaksa Temple Near Jongmyo Shrine In Seoul

Daegaksa Temple Near Jongmyo Shrine In Seoul

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#32

Well, That's One Way To Encourage People To Use The Stairs

Well, That's One Way To Encourage People To Use The Stairs

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I don't think they should put that one there like that. There are people that may have physical disabilities that can't walk steps. It doesn't mean that they choose to be fat or being lazy. Not a good idea and I born in S. Korea myself.

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#34

Self Cleaning Roads In South Korea

Self Cleaning Roads In South Korea

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#35

Supermarkets In Korea Offer Toilet Paper Samples For You To Test

Supermarkets In Korea Offer Toilet Paper Samples For You To Test

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#36

Cakes Sold In South Korea Usually Come With Free Candles And Matches Hidden In The Plastic Cake Knife

Cakes Sold In South Korea Usually Come With Free Candles And Matches Hidden In The Plastic Cake Knife

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2 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

No, not usually. Sometimes that is. Usually, you only get a free plastic knife, but the rest depends on the shops individually. In bakeries they will, however, ask you if you need candles and how many, these are free and come with a free match as well. Unless you bought the fancy ones separately. Still, you'd get a free match to light them.

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#37

Traditional Korean Architecture

Traditional Korean Architecture

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#38

In Korea, They Have Single Person Karaoke Booths On The Train

In Korea, They Have Single Person Karaoke Booths On The Train

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#39

The Wavy Building Called The GT Tower In Seoul, South Korea

The Wavy Building Called The GT Tower In Seoul, South Korea

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#40

Pump Toothpaste In South Korea. One Pump Is The Perfect Amount For A Toothbrush

Pump Toothpaste In South Korea. One Pump Is The Perfect Amount For A Toothbrush

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#41

Found Totoro On The Side Of The Road

Found Totoro On The Side Of The Road

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Look in the background around the bush and you can see some sootballs 😉

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#42

These Helpful Robots That Wander Incheon Airport, Seoul, That You Can Use To Check Flight Information

These Helpful Robots That Wander Incheon Airport, Seoul, That You Can Use To Check Flight Information

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Didn't the guest star on Doctor Who, and turn sinister if you failed to smile at them?

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#43

This Library In Seoul, South Korea

This Library In Seoul, South Korea

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

What am I missing? From here it looks like most of the books are totally inaccessible.

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#44

Automatic Ramen Dispenser In Korea

Automatic Ramen Dispenser In Korea

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#46

They Have A Sauron’s Tower In Seoul

They Have A Sauron’s Tower In Seoul

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#48

South Korea Now Has Walk-Through Covid-19 Test Booths

South Korea Now Has Walk-Through Covid-19 Test Booths

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Gloves that touch everyone right by their mouths, seems a great way to spread anything

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#49

The Bananas We Got With Our Delivered Groceries Here In South Korea Came With Little Stickers To Put On Them

The Bananas We Got With Our Delivered Groceries Here In South Korea Came With Little Stickers To Put On Them

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#50

In Some Asian Countries (Korea) The 4th Floor Button In The Elevator Is 'F' Because It 4 Sounds Same As 'Death'. When I Go Home I Always Have To Pay Respect

In Some Asian Countries (Korea) The 4th Floor Button In The Elevator Is 'F' Because It 4 Sounds Same As 'Death'. When I Go Home I Always Have To Pay Respect

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