Tonle Sap Lake is the largest freshwater lake in Southeast Asia. Also called Boeung Tonle Sap, it has one of the world’s most vibrant ecosystems. There are different species of wildlife in and around the lake, which helped to sustain and grow the ancient Khmer civilization. It's also famous for its fascinating local communities and their floating villages.
Located in Siem Reap, the massive lake is 250 km in length and 100 km across at its widest point, making it seem like an inland ocean because it is impossible to see the opposite shore from ground level. It's fairly shallow, with a maximum depth of only 10 meters.
There are several floating villages in and around Tonle Sap Lake and they are all somewhat different. Naturally, many of these villages depend on the lake for the natural resources it provides.
The best time to visit Tonle Sap Lake is during the rainy season (June to October). Water in the Mekong causes the Tonlé Sap River to reverse its flow which, combined with with ...
Goejeong Market (Busanjin Market)
Goejeong Market, also known as Busanjin Market, is a traditional market located in Beomil-dong, Dong District, Busan, South Korea.
The market has a rich history, dating back to the 1950s when refugees from the Korean War began opening up stalls to make a living.
The market offers a wide range of products, including clothing, fabrics, haberdashery items, curtains, and Korean souvenirs. It is especially popular among crafters and sewers, who can find a variety of materials and supplies.
In addition to shopping, the market offers a variety of food options, including local specialties. It is a great place to grab lunch or do some additional shopping.
The market is easily accessible by public transportation.
The market is not overly large but a nice way to spend a few hours experiencing local culture.
Goejeong Market (Busanjin Market) - Locals Experience - Busan South Korea 2024
Gamcheon Culture Village
Gamcheon Culture Village is a town within Gamcheon-dong, Saha District, Busan, South Korea. The area is known for its layered streets, twisted labyrinth-like alleys, and brightly painted houses, which have been restored and enhanced in recent years to attract tourism.
Built on a steep mountain-side slope, the village has been nicknamed “Korea’s Santorini” and the “Machu Picchu of Busan”.
The village was formed in the 1920s and 30s, when the government relocated poor people to an out-of-the-way location, and in 2009, an art movement was introduced to revitalize the area.
Today, the village is a popular tourist destination, with visitors drawn to its unique architecture, vibrant street art, and picturesque views.
It’s an interesting part of Busan and if you enjoy taking pictures it provides a perfect backdrop.
Gamcheon Culture Village - Picturesque Village - Busan South Korea 2024
Jagalchi market
The Jagalchi Market is a popular market located in Busan, South Korea. It is known for its fresh seafood and lively atmosphere. The market is situated at the sea, which ensures that the fish and seafood sold there are always fresh. You can find a variety of seafood, including live, dead, frozen, fresh, live, and dried fish of all kinds and sizes, prepared in many different ways.
The market is also famous for its female vendors, known as “Jagalchi Ajumma,” who have been selling goods on the street in this area since the post-Korean War era. The market hosts the Busan Jagalchi Festival in autumn, with the slogan “Oiso!” which means “Come!”
To get to the market, you can take Nampo-dong Station exit 7 and walk straight, passing the 1st street and turning left onto the 2nd street (Jagakchi-ro 60beon-gil) and walk straight for 50m. The market is also easily accessible from Lotte Department Store (Gwangbok Branch) or exit 2 of Jagalchi Market.
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