1. North and South Korea 한국어 설

2. The Korean peninsula is divided into North and South Korea.

3. This arch is in 푱얀 (p’yongy ang), the capital of North Korea.

4. The South Korean island of 체주 (Cheju) has many lava rocks. The people carve them into little men called “ 털하루방스,” or “Tolharubangs. ”

5. The capital of South Korea is 설 (Seoul). In ancient times, there were four gates to the city. One of these gates are still standing. The South Gate was called 남대문 (Namdae mun), but burned down recently in an act of vandalism at 612 years old.

6. Soccer is a very popular sport in South Korea. This is 상암 (Sang-am) stadium, a World Cup soccer stadium in Seoul, South Korea. It is one of the largest stadiums in the world.

7. In 푱얀 (P’yongyang), North Korea, subways run deep underground. Subway stations are decorated with large murals and are kept very clean.

8. The people of 하호 (Hahoe) in South Korea celebrate all through the year by dancing. They have a festival every fall called the 안동 (Andong) Mask Dance Festival.

9. On New Year’s day, Korea ns often play a called game 윹 (Yut ).

10. A favorite snack, 람연 (ramyeon), is Korean- style ramen noodles. It is often sold by street vendors.

11. An important Korean holiday is called Chu-Suk. Families prepare special dishes and pay respect to their ancestors.

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