Local
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The Place Where the Time Goes By Slowly, Hanok Stay “Buksudam”
People usually search for special places where they can spend time in a private way while they are not disturbed by other external factors. Catching up with this social demand, there are various mobile applications that can reserve interspace. The most common example is the party room. On special holidays, such as the beginning and end of the year or Christmas, renting a party room is so popular that it is impossible to make a reservation less t...
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A Cafe View of the Gwanggyo Skyline
Gwanggyo, near Kyonggi University, is a new housing development that features a gorgeous city design. Pharos will introduce two cafes in high rise buildings where you can view the entire landscape of Gwanggyo at a glance. Both cafes are very conveniently located near Gwanggyo Jungang Station, which Kyonggi University students can easily access. Here is how you can explore the cafes that have nice views near the school. - Location Gwanggyo SK VIE...
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Looking for a New Hobby? Pharos Will Help You!
Recently, when asked, “What is your hobby?” most students say they don’t have one or reluctantly say they watch YouTube, movies, and dramas. What is the reason? The biggest reason is the lack of money, time, and strength in modern society. However, according to a survey conducted by JOB KOREA, young people want to have a hobby but failed to find one that suits them. In addition, there is various content such as YouTube or Netfl...
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A Hot Place in Suwon Gwanggyo Lake Park!
Gwanggyo Lake Park, located in Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do, is a hot place on social media. It boasts two lakes, Sindae Lake and Wonchun Lake, and there is a complex around it where you can enjoy various cultural activities. In particular, Gwanggyo Lake Park is a waterfront space that preserves the nature of the two lakes as much as possible, so it is a park that creates a natural atmosphere in the center of the city. This is one of the reasons why Gw...
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Relaxing with a Coffee? Not in an Espresso Bar!
“Espresso” means “express” in English. This refers to not only the quick extraction speed but also the speed with which the coffee is consumed. In Italy, the home of espresso, people simply drink espresso before work, before school, or in their spare time. For this reason, cafés in Italy usually have a standing area instead of a large seating area. Even if there are seats, the standing price and the table price are...
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The Most Humane Library, Yeonmu-dong Saemaeul Library
In modern times, e-books and audio books are prevalent, and the role of libraries as spaces seems to be reduced. However, libraries based on humanism, which values humanity over all else, still play an important role. Pharos would like to introduce the Saemaul Library in Yeonmu-dong, a small library with a “human face” near the Suwon campus of this school. The Saemaeul Library in Yeonmu-dong is a small library run by the Saemaeul Ass...
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Tea Time Under the Baobab Tree
April is a month that brings with it fresh energy. In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, Pharos looked for a unique cafe in the suburbs where friends and family can visit and spend quality time together. In the fresh air under a large baobab tree, relaxing with some nice food and a cup of coffee is a simple pleasure that many people dream of. Pharos would recommend Hwaseong Baobab Botanical Garden & Bakery as a place where you can experience na...
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Exploring Unique Local Stores in Suwon
Recently, more and more people are using local stores to reduce the carbon footprint that occurs while using overseas delivery and home-delivery services. Various local stores like a refill station for zero-waste, a vegetable market for local farmers, and a regional specialized commodity laboratory for regional economic revitalization are in operation. Pharos would like to introduce three distinctive local stores in Suwon for students at Kyonggi...
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Let's Get to Know Kyonggi University Cafes!
I'm Kim Eui-seong, and I opened the cafe in October 2013 and have been running the cafe for about 10 years. I'm 40 years old, and I'm a graduate of Kyonggi University. The restaurant on the first floor is also my store, so during the exam period, the rooftop room, the cafe on the second floor, and the cafeteria on the first floor were all provided to students in the form of study rooms. There were times when about 120 people filled ...
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Enjoy the Sentimental Autumn Colors in Hwadam Forest
Because of COVID-19, most social activities are restricted. In particular, indoor activities are regulated more strictly. This situation makes people feel depressed and tired. However, thankfully, autumn has arrived. It is a good season to take a walk and view natural scenery. Since there is less risk of getting infected outdoors, Pharos decided to introduce a forest to refresh ourselves and enjoy the essence of autumn. It is called Hwadam Fores...