Nongak Dancers

This postcard shows Nongak dancers with their twirling head pieces.  Nongak means farmers music.  it has its roots in shamanistic harvest rituals that gave thanks for beautiful harvests.  The headpieces are called sangmo and have long pieces of ribbons attached to them.

Gyeongbokgung Palace

This is the Gyeonokgung Palace which is one of the five grandest palaces in Seoul.  Its name translates to "palace of shining happiness".  Ut was the main place of residence of the Korean royal family till Japanese annexation in the 1910's.

South Korea

 A city view card from South Korea showing the city of Gwangju.
Thanks very much Hyung- Kyu Ki.  By the way I love the stamps!

South Korea

View of part of Ulleungdo Island