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English-Speaking Animal Clinics and Hospitals in Pyeongtaek
Looking for English-speaking animal clinics and hospitals in Pyeongtaek? Then,here is a list of locations in the Pyeongtaek area to help you keep your fur babies happy and healthy. (This list has been updated as of September 2022). Where is Pyeongtaek? Feel free to skip this section if you live in Pyeongtaek or know about the area. However, if you don’t know about Pyeongtaek, let’s get to know this a little bit about small town with lots to offer. Pyeongtaek-si is located in the southern portion of the Gyeonggi-do province.…
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Magnificent Macarons in Pyeongtaek
by: Angela Alvis, South of Seoul volunteer Macarons may have originated in Europe, but Korea has taken this delicate confection and transformed it into something else entirely. Korean macarons are heavily filled with not just cream or jam but a whole assortment of unique ingredients. Everything from fruity rice cereal to whole strawberries can be found between the soft chewy cookie shells. These fat macarons, or fatarons, are beautiful and delicious. Macarons are becoming a unique aspect of Korean food culture and are displayed on everyone’s social media pages. Here…
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4 Types of Spa Experiences around Pyeongtaek
By: Angela Alvis, South of Seoul volunteer No stay in Korea is complete without an authentic Korean spa experience. These are places where Koreans come to relax, unwind, and do some serious cleansing. Korean spas and jjimjilbangs (which literally translates to “heated room” in English) are not designed for tourists, though foreigners are always welcome. When you go, don’t expect much to be in English, and employees may redirect you, especially if you are headed to the areas designated for the opposite sex. If you are non-Korean speaking, a good…
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Fall Flowers around Pyeongtaek
Looking for the beautiful fall flowers around the Pyeongtaek area? With the temperatures cooling off, it is a great time to get outside and see some of the beauty of Pyeongtaek. Although there are many locations where you can view the beautiful fall flowers and colors, these are a few of my favorite places. Where is Pyeongtaek? Feel free to skip this section if you live in Pyeongtaek or know about the area. Pyeongtaek-si is located in the southern portion of the Gyeonggi-do province. This large city includes both US…
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5 Temples in or near Pyeongtaek
By: Angela Alvis, South of Seoul volunteer While there is an abundance of temples in Korea, some of the oldest and most unique temples are located in the mountains and countryside. We are fortunate to have so many in and near Pyeongtaek! Abouth Korean Temples Korean temples are welcoming to all visitors – Buddhists and non-Buddhists, locals and foreigners. Devout Buddhists go to temples to pray or meditate, those not practicing Buddhism visit Korean temples to appreciate their history, traditional architecture, and acclaimed statues, paintings, and other artifacts. Other people…













