Seodaemun Prison Museum

It was a prison for anti-colonial activists during the Japanese occupation in the early 20thC. I read about many horrific going ons.
Many conflicting views on the representation of the political and social background of the museum..A place with very ugly, sinister and sad past..

I say...Such a beautiful set of buildings! Does this make me a bad person..

Seouls's palaces #02 - Changdeokgung

Another of five palaces in Seoul built in Joseon Dynasty, which lasted for 5 centuries; it was the most significant period, being the root of the cultural and social structure of the Korea as it is now.  Korean language was founded in this period.  Most of the palace builidings were destroyed during the Japanese occupation, now 40% of the buildings remain.

Currently trying to learn why there are so many 'Muns' (gates) between each (group of) buildings..

The doors and windows(made of timber and paper) are located (continusly) at all sides and are openable; to give a full view across a series of rooms into the other side of the terrace. Lofty....!

Royal library

Busan - BIFF 2011

The second major city of South Korea; Busan.  It lies on the south coast. I always wanted to visit and this year, I am in time for the annual International Film Festival, too.

The highlight had to be.. - an area (a villege) that survived the passing of time; built on the hills of Busan - what a fix for photography enthusiasts...fantastic nostalgia.. needs another visit on a sunny day..

Haeundae beach - the most well-known beach in the country; becomes full of party people during summer - just perfect in October

Outdoor stage screen of Monster in Paris - great!

Jagalchi fish market - infamous for fresh fish of all sorts; raw fish is delicious! 

Seoul's palaces - Deoksugung

One of several walled royal palaces in Seoul. This assembly in particular; is of different styles/influences; compared to others in the city.