Korea, a quest
18/04/2020 17:13
I am making a video as a vlog where I had visited the Republic of South Korea, the country which pulsates with a high tech economy and holds the first spot among the world's most innovative countries. The visit was during winter of 2018 for a month as an academic and exploring journey. The sole purpose of the visit was a fellowship in department of dermatology at Seoul National University Hospital but I could learn many more than academics. The Korean Peninsula offered me a dazzling range of experiences about time, people, religion, food, technology and beautiful landscapes and 5000 years of culture and history. You feel very safe 24/7. Koreans traditionally believe that the taste and quality of food depend on its spices and sauces, the essential ingredients to making a delicious meal thus Kimchi is a culture. Soju, Korean ale is cheaper than water. People are always in a hurry from early morning. The highest number of latest smart phone users must be in Korea. Every Korean has 3 parts in their name. The currency is South Korean Won which is cheaper than Nepalese Rupee. Seoul, the capital of S. Korea is a perfect blend of rich cultural heritage, a dynamic present & the eternal beauty of nature with 10 million inhabitants from all over the country and around the world, living and working in modern skyscrapers and moving rapidly through a sophisticated infrastructure. People of all parts of world are seen in Namdeumun and Dongdeumun market. Lotte is brand in every sector. Home of Samsung, LG and Hyundai-Kia, South Korea was named the world's most innovative country in the Bloomberg Innovation Index. Nepali Embassy estimates about 40,000 Nepali migrant workers, 2,500 students and about 1,000 other professionals in S. Korea. Though there were many places to visit, I did not have chance to go everywhere. But I had made a promise upon my return that I will quench my thirst in next visit. Jay Nepal Special Thanks to: Dr Dong Hun Lee and entire SNUH Dermatology family Dr Chang Hwan Bae and his staffs Mr Narahari Pokhrel Mr KP Sitaula Mr Subhash Chandra Paudel Mr Ganesh Shrestha Mr Rajendra Shrestha NRNA S. Korea Women for Women
