Just a quick bike ride away from school {or a bit longer if you have 30 girls in tow} is O'sulloc Tea Museum (설록차 뮤지엄 오설록) in Seogwipo.
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The name O'sulloc reflects the origin of traditional Korean sulloc tea and a pleasant exclamation of, "Oh! Sulloc!"
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The name O'sulloc reflects the origin of traditional Korean sulloc tea and a pleasant exclamation of, "Oh! Sulloc!"
{My favorite shot}.
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{Love this painting..it looks like an actual photo!}.
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The entire building is cleverly shaped like a green tea cup. I loved the unique teas and treats. Authentic green tea is a bit bitter. Admission was free, which is great because a small ice cream is 4,500 KRW $4.50 USD!
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{Green tea shake, ice cream ^^ {my favorite}, and cake rolls.YUM}.
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One of my favorite features was the "Masters of Tea Vessels" in the tea culture room.
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The display includes 30 pieces of art, from master potter Cheon Han Bong and Kim Jeong Ok, and shows the different interpretations of tea cups. They range from earthy and rough to new and sleek. Also, the Tea Culture room features tea cups from all over the world.
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The display includes 30 pieces of art, from master potter Cheon Han Bong and Kim Jeong Ok, and shows the different interpretations of tea cups. They range from earthy and rough to new and sleek. Also, the Tea Culture room features tea cups from all over the world.
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{Children have decorated paper cups as an art exhibit at the entrance of the museum.}
LOVE this.
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{My friend Jisun!}
{Love the tree painting!}
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Lots of green tea products from stationary and natural pencils,herbal teas,kettles, green tea beauty masks, soaps, and Innis Free make up....I bought a face mask and some wonderful gifts :) :)
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Lots of green tea products from stationary and natural pencils,herbal teas,kettles, green tea beauty masks, soaps, and Innis Free make up....I bought a face mask and some wonderful gifts :) :)
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Here quickly on a school trip! I will need to come back!
A great place to relax, take a Sunday stroll, and sip green tea.
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The walk back to campus IN DECEMBER. It was 55 degrees F today…Beautiful!
Here quickly on a school trip! I will need to come back!
A great place to relax, take a Sunday stroll, and sip green tea.
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The walk back to campus IN DECEMBER. It was 55 degrees F today…Beautiful!
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Information on all the unique exhibits, taken from: http://www.visitkorea.or.kr/enu/SI/SI_EN_3_1_1_1.jsp?cid=685119
The cup was one of the first vessels ever created by man. Korean cups in particular are works of art that chronicle the achievement of the nation’s artistic vision and craftsmanship throughout the generations. At the Tea Cup Gallery, visitors can view a large selection of tea vessels and utensils that embody the culture of a nation whose proud history runs all the way from prehistoric times to the Samguk (the Three Kingdoms Period), Goryeo, and Joseon Dynasty.
* Tea Culture Room – Exhibition Hall
Here, you can learn everything you’ve ever wanted to know about the culture surrounding green tea. Explore exciting topics such as: Korean tea culture, tea history, how tea came to Korea, tea gardens of the world, how to make tea, and how we use tea. Take a step back in time at the O’sulloc Tea Museum, learning the secret of the ancients, who used tea to increase longevity and ensure soundness of mind.
*Tea Culture Room – Masters of Tea Vessels
A true art gallery, this place exhibits the works of ceramic masters. The display includes over 30 beautiful works of art, including pieces from artists Cheon Han Bong of Mungyeongyo and Kim Jeong Ok of Yeongnamyo. Cup styles range from chic and sophisticated to rough and earthy and reflect the artists’ varying interpretations of the simple tea cup theme.
* Tea Culture Room – Tea Life Center
Long long ago, Koreans retreated into the great outdoors to enjoy a cup of tea with guests at Jeongja or Daecheongmaru, places that are as close to nature as you can get. There are no records specifying tea room sizes or outlining any rigid set of rules regarding tea drinking, but historical records imply that people preferred a more natural and free-spirited atmosphere while drinking tea.
* Tea Culture – Types of Tea
Everyone has their own favorite type of tea. Tea can be categorized depending on when it was picked, how long it’s been allowed to ferment, the shapes of the leaves, the species of plant, where it was grown, and so forth. The most scientific way to categorize tea is by fermentation period. The exhibition hall presents over 60 different types of teas including those from Korea, China and Japan.
* Tea Culture –Tea Cups of the World
Here, visitors can appreciate a beautiful selection of tea cups from all over the world. The collection includes tea cups from over 100 countries and includes everything from traditional Chinese teacups to European demitasse cups. The cups are not only beautiful works of art, but also stand as a reminder of the exchange of ideas and culture (and of course tea) between the East and the West.
* Tea Culture Room – Exhibition Hall
Here, you can learn everything you’ve ever wanted to know about the culture surrounding green tea. Explore exciting topics such as: Korean tea culture, tea history, how tea came to Korea, tea gardens of the world, how to make tea, and how we use tea. Take a step back in time at the O’sulloc Tea Museum, learning the secret of the ancients, who used tea to increase longevity and ensure soundness of mind.
*Tea Culture Room – Masters of Tea Vessels
A true art gallery, this place exhibits the works of ceramic masters. The display includes over 30 beautiful works of art, including pieces from artists Cheon Han Bong of Mungyeongyo and Kim Jeong Ok of Yeongnamyo. Cup styles range from chic and sophisticated to rough and earthy and reflect the artists’ varying interpretations of the simple tea cup theme.
* Tea Culture Room – Tea Life Center
Long long ago, Koreans retreated into the great outdoors to enjoy a cup of tea with guests at Jeongja or Daecheongmaru, places that are as close to nature as you can get. There are no records specifying tea room sizes or outlining any rigid set of rules regarding tea drinking, but historical records imply that people preferred a more natural and free-spirited atmosphere while drinking tea.
* Tea Culture – Types of Tea
Everyone has their own favorite type of tea. Tea can be categorized depending on when it was picked, how long it’s been allowed to ferment, the shapes of the leaves, the species of plant, where it was grown, and so forth. The most scientific way to categorize tea is by fermentation period. The exhibition hall presents over 60 different types of teas including those from Korea, China and Japan.
* Tea Culture –Tea Cups of the World
Here, visitors can appreciate a beautiful selection of tea cups from all over the world. The collection includes tea cups from over 100 countries and includes everything from traditional Chinese teacups to European demitasse cups. The cups are not only beautiful works of art, but also stand as a reminder of the exchange of ideas and culture (and of course tea) between the East and the West.
Ashley- Excellent posting! Love the tree picture also. What a neat place to visit. Glad you are having such a wonderful experience.
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Thank you! :) I keep joking with Rachel that I am becoming a better photographer (finally)! Thanks for the well wishes. You must be excited to have Rachel home for Christmas :) Have fun!
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