Comments on: RAS Fall Tours, and Lecture on Kor Psychology http://www.rjkoehler.com/2007/09/26/ras-fall-tours-and-lecture-on-kor-psychology/ Korea... in Blog Format Thu, 24 Jul 2008 05:36:17 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.6 By: sanshinseon http://www.rjkoehler.com/2007/09/26/ras-fall-tours-and-lecture-on-kor-psychology/#comment-111099 sanshinseon Fri, 28 Sep 2007 10:41:09 +0000 http://www.rjkoehler.com/2007/09/26/ras-fall-tours-and-lecture-on-kor-psychology/#comment-111099 There are still a few spaces open fpr the Bukchon tour -- if you just show up by 9:30 at Exit 3 of Anguk-yeok you can register on the spot. Should be a good time, as the weather is expected to be excellent! Speaking of excellence, i just received the October issue of _Seoul_ magazine, and note that by sheer coincidence it happens to have an article entitled "Living History in Bukchon" starting on page 18... nice. Sharp photos of some of the same places we will visit tomorrow. Robert Marmot is the Chief Editor of this of course, and I would like to thank him for the chuckle (he must have planted) in the middle of this article -- first paragraph of 21, where it says "The renovated ones [hanok houses]are stunning, especially those adorned with climbing pot plants." I have indeed appreciated the decorative tendrils of the potted plants around there, but never noticed any of the fun stuff being available... will have to look closer :-) There are still a few spaces open fpr the Bukchon tour — if you just show up by 9:30 at Exit 3 of Anguk-yeok you can register on the spot. Should be a good time, as the weather is expected to be excellent!

Speaking of excellence, i just received the October issue of _Seoul_ magazine, and note that by sheer coincidence it happens to have an article entitled “Living History in Bukchon” starting on page 18… nice. Sharp photos of some of the same places we will visit tomorrow.

Robert Marmot is the Chief Editor of this of course, and I would like to thank him for the chuckle (he must have planted) in the middle of this article — first paragraph of 21, where it says “The renovated ones [hanok houses]are stunning, especially those adorned with climbing pot plants.” I have indeed appreciated the decorative tendrils of the potted plants around there, but never noticed any of the fun stuff being available… will have to look closer :-)

]]> By: judge judy http://www.rjkoehler.com/2007/09/26/ras-fall-tours-and-lecture-on-kor-psychology/#comment-110971 judge judy Thu, 27 Sep 2007 11:06:40 +0000 http://www.rjkoehler.com/2007/09/26/ras-fall-tours-and-lecture-on-kor-psychology/#comment-110971 richardson:s really got his hands full with that one... richardson:s really got his hands full with that one…

]]> By: sanshinseon http://www.rjkoehler.com/2007/09/26/ras-fall-tours-and-lecture-on-kor-psychology/#comment-110943 sanshinseon Thu, 27 Sep 2007 00:40:57 +0000 http://www.rjkoehler.com/2007/09/26/ras-fall-tours-and-lecture-on-kor-psychology/#comment-110943 There's a full description on the site. Best to call the office and put your name on the list; a "maximum" may be enforced. We will meet at 9:30am at Exit 3 of the Anguk Metro Station (orange line). The cost of this tour is w12,000 for members, w15,000 for non-members... There’s a full description on the site. Best to call the office and put your name on the list; a “maximum” may be enforced. We will meet at 9:30am at Exit 3 of the Anguk Metro Station (orange line). The cost of this tour is w12,000 for members, w15,000 for non-members…

]]> By: McGenghis http://www.rjkoehler.com/2007/09/26/ras-fall-tours-and-lecture-on-kor-psychology/#comment-110928 McGenghis Wed, 26 Sep 2007 21:23:29 +0000 http://www.rjkoehler.com/2007/09/26/ras-fall-tours-and-lecture-on-kor-psychology/#comment-110928 This sounds pretty interesting, Sanshinseon. Regarding the Bukchon tour, where and when does the tour begin? This sounds pretty interesting, Sanshinseon. Regarding the Bukchon tour, where and when does the tour begin?

]]> By: JK http://www.rjkoehler.com/2007/09/26/ras-fall-tours-and-lecture-on-kor-psychology/#comment-110913 JK Wed, 26 Sep 2007 14:14:33 +0000 http://www.rjkoehler.com/2007/09/26/ras-fall-tours-and-lecture-on-kor-psychology/#comment-110913 Robert, I can't comment on the latest Dokdo thread, even though I'm logged in. Robert,

I can’t comment on the latest Dokdo thread, even though I’m logged in.

]]> By: Brendon Carr http://www.rjkoehler.com/2007/09/26/ras-fall-tours-and-lecture-on-kor-psychology/#comment-110907 Brendon Carr Wed, 26 Sep 2007 10:35:54 +0000 http://www.rjkoehler.com/2007/09/26/ras-fall-tours-and-lecture-on-kor-psychology/#comment-110907 David Richardson's company always does very interesting research into consumer/public preferences through their survey methods. He's worth catching, despite the title. David Richardson’s company always does very interesting research into consumer/public preferences through their survey methods. He’s worth catching, despite the title.

]]> By: sanshinseon http://www.rjkoehler.com/2007/09/26/ras-fall-tours-and-lecture-on-kor-psychology/#comment-110901 sanshinseon Wed, 26 Sep 2007 09:40:58 +0000 http://www.rjkoehler.com/2007/09/26/ras-fall-tours-and-lecture-on-kor-psychology/#comment-110901 Yet More to make plans around: OCT 5-8 (Fri-Mon): HONSHU JAPAN TOUR — This trip to Japan’s main island focuses on the industrial and historical Kansai region. The tour begins in Osaka, moves on to Asuka and Nara, the eighth century Japanese capital, and continues to Kyoto, the capital up until 1868. Castles, shrines, temples and museums insure a varied experience of Japan. Sat-Sun Oct 13-14: GYEONGJU CITY TOUR – Amazing Relics of the Shilla Kingdom — The entire city of Gyeongju is an outdoor museum, recognized by UNESCO as a prime display of Korean culture, including some of the world’s best Buddhist artworks. This weekend visit will cover the main historic sites and offer an interesting look at the Shilla Kingdom’s culture, as our guide recounts the many myths and legends associated with the sites. This tour will be led by Professor David Mason, an expert on Gyeongju’s history and treasures. Sun Oct 14th: Walking-Tour of JOSEON Sites of Downtown Seoul — This tour is a walk through Seoul’s past, examining the cultural and historical background of Seoul’s palaces and Joseon (Chosôn) Dynasty landmarks, as well as some little-known but very important historic buildings monuments. Led by Peter Bartholomew, a renowned expert on traditional Korean architecture. Sat-Sun Oct 20-21: SEORAK-SAN National Park Tour — This is Korea’s premier national park, containing some of the most superb natural scenery to be found on the peninsula. The colorful autumn leaves should be outstanding on this weekend! This is definitely a “must” during your stay in Korea and once you have experienced this park, you’ll want to return time and time again. Yet More to make plans around:

OCT 5-8 (Fri-Mon): HONSHU JAPAN TOUR — This trip to Japan’s main island focuses on the industrial and historical Kansai region. The tour begins in Osaka, moves on to Asuka and Nara, the eighth century Japanese capital, and continues to Kyoto, the capital up until 1868. Castles, shrines, temples and museums insure a varied experience of Japan.

Sat-Sun Oct 13-14: GYEONGJU CITY TOUR – Amazing Relics of the Shilla Kingdom — The entire city of Gyeongju is an outdoor museum, recognized by UNESCO as a prime display of Korean culture, including some of the world’s best Buddhist artworks. This weekend visit will cover the main historic sites and offer an interesting look at the Shilla Kingdom’s culture, as our guide recounts the many myths and legends associated with the sites. This tour will be led by Professor David Mason, an expert on Gyeongju’s history and treasures.

Sun Oct 14th: Walking-Tour of JOSEON Sites of Downtown Seoul — This tour is a walk through Seoul’s past, examining the cultural and historical background of Seoul’s palaces and Joseon (Chosôn) Dynasty landmarks, as well as some little-known but very important historic buildings monuments. Led by Peter Bartholomew, a renowned expert on traditional Korean architecture.

Sat-Sun Oct 20-21: SEORAK-SAN National Park Tour — This is Korea’s premier national park, containing some of the most superb natural scenery to be found on the peninsula. The colorful autumn leaves should be outstanding on this weekend! This is definitely a “must” during your stay in Korea and once you have experienced this park, you’ll want to return time and time again.

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