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Though Biseulsan Mountain is most famously known for the azalea blooms in the springtime, there are plenty of reasons to make your way back here during the warmer months. Located on the edge of Biseulsan Mountain in the Dalseo region, Hwawon Natural Forest Resort is the perfect place to break free from city living and enjoy splashing around in the gently freshwater streams and exploring the hiking trails along the mountain range.

There are several hiking trails you can take through the mountain. Many of the paths are very shady which protect you from the blazing sun, so hiking here can be pleasant even in the summertime. Never having been the adventurous type, I prefer walking along the man made trails, but I took a leap of faith and adventured down a path unknown to me and stumbled upon a beautiful stream secluded in the forest. To me this was just confirming that those who choose to live life with a little sense of adventure get to see more wonderful things in this world.

The water is absolutely refreshing! So clear that you can see the colorful, smooth rocks at the bottom. With perfectly cool temperatures, the streams here are absolutely ideal for taking a dip inside to beat the summer heat. The watering holes here have become quite popular for visitors looking to cool off from the heat and have a little fun. Normally, these types of areas are filled with picnicking families and friends, but I chose to travel to a bit more secluded area so I could enjoy the silence and peace of mind someone can only feel in settings like this.

Adding to the peaceful nature of the mountain, there is a beautiful Buddist temple, Yongmunsa Temple 용문사, you can visit. You can get there by following the main path into Hwawon Recreational Forest.

You might find yourself loving this place so much that you don’t want to leave! No need to struggle to set up a tent and campfire when you can lounge in style in a cozy cabin. Hwawon Recreational Resort also offers rental cabins available for your picture perfect getaway. They offer two types of lodging options: condominium and pension style apartments.

One thing that I will stress is that if you are taking public transportation here, it is a little bit of a long walk from the bus stop to Hwawon Recreational Forest. It took me about 25 minutes, and I am a fast walker, but the long walk is so worth it! Along the way you get to pass the beautiful farmlands which makes for a scenic walk.

Directions:

Take Line 1 to Daegok Station. Board the Dalseong 2 bus to MabiJeong Byeokhwa Village (Jong Branch) from there it should take you about 25 minutes walking until you arrive.

Tsamina mina zangalewa,

This time for Daefrica!

It's time to wave goodbye to Spring and say Hello to Summer. Daegu has a reputation during summer and that is to the hottest weather during Summer in all of South Korea. Thus it was given the nickname: DAEFRICA (combination of Daegu and Africa) because according to Koreans, the hotness of its weather can be compared to Africa.

Image: Wang Dan

Summer is the best time to do outdoor activities and engage to an active lifestyle. It’s all about having fun, scheduling reunions and vacation but there’s also a possibility to expose yourself to the harsh scorching rays of sunlight resulting to sunburns. How are we going to fight it? Well, as the saying goes, BEAT THE HEAT! I've come from a tropical country which is the Philippines and had lived there for 25 years. Here are some tips on how to beat the heat or rather survive in Daefrica.

1. PROTECT YOUR SKIN!

Sun can make various harmful effects to our body especially when exposed too much such as skin damage, sunburn, skin cancer and premature skin aging. It is highly important for us to take care of our own body and protect our skin from the sun.

Before going out, make sure to put on or apply sunblock to prevent sunburns. If you already have sunburn, aloe vera is good for cooling the sunburn and it can be used for overall cooling during this season. These are easily available at Olive Young, LOHBS, and other general cosmetic shops in Dongseong-ro. The best part is that you can get these products this season at HALF THE PRICE!

Other items that can help protect us are hats, umbrellas, sunglasses and folding fans or a small rechargeable handy fans are some of the simplest ways to protect us from the sun and heat. Make sure to have these things in your bag before leaving your house.

These weapons against the heat are available at the Daehyun Free Mall Underground Shopping Center that stretches between Banwoldang and Jungangno Stations. You can get the hats and umbrellas for as low as 5,900 won while fans are priced starting at 3,000 won for the folding fans and 10,000 won for the portable electronic fans. For 10,000 won, you can protect your eyes with sunglasses.

2. TIME CHECK!

It’s summer and it’s the best time to go out right? Before leaving the house, it’s best to check the hottest time of the day. If possible, stay indoors around those times when the heat is at its peak.

Early June

3. DRESS APPROPRIATELY

“L” is the only letter to remember on how to dress right for Summer. L is for light, loose and linen. Light and loose clothes are the best outfits for summer, they allow air movement next to our skin and the airflow to can easily enter our bodies and make it easier for us to breathe as well. Moreover, linen textile is used for ages because its fabric allows maximum breathability and a good conductor of heat. I can also suggest for cotton because it’s very comfortable and not itchy.

Aside from the major department stores like Lotte (Lotte Young Plaza, Lotte Department Store), Hyundai Department Store, and Daegu Department Store (DEBEC), you can buy clothes at the Queen’s Road (18-17, Pyeongli-ro 35-gil, Seo-gu, Daegu, Korea) or Yasi Alley (Southern end of Rodeo Street, Samdeok-dong, Jung-gu, Daegu).

4. ICE that PULSE POINTS

Pulse points are very relevant to discover for summer. These are the areas of your body where you can feel your pulse because your blood vessels are close to the surface of your skin. If these parts get cold, your body temperature will be cooler. Applying ice cubes on points like your neck, wrists, temples, ankles or behind the knees will be very helpful to cool down your body temperature. You can also wipe your face with a cool towel/handkerchief or put a damp bandana over your forehead and let it stay for some time. Wet wipes can also be a great alternative for cool towels as it is very handy and can be used any time and any place.

5. STAY HYDRATED

We were all taught by our teachers, parents and doctors to drink 8 glasses of water a day because it is essential for us to have a good health and our body contains 60% water which makes it important for us to stay hydrated all year round especially during summer. Insulated water bottle is a good investment to keep your water cold throughout the day. Aside from water, we can also choose hydrating food such as citrus and mint fruits and fresh vegetables. Watermelon is the best source of water and thus, adding fruits and vegetables in your meals could provide more water in your body.

If you’re more of a drinker than a foodie, you can opt for a smoothie which is also an easy DIY menu for your meals. As much as possible, try to avoid dehydrating food and drinks that has alcohol, caffeine or lots of sugar. Convenience stores and supermarts have big sale events where you can score two bottles of a refreshing drink for the price of one.

6. REFRESH and RELAX

The best feeling during summer is to refresh and relax! The good news is, there are lots of way on how to do it! I know that I just have told you to avoid food that has lots of sugar but one ice cream wouldn’t hurt right? Or you can just have a cold fruit juice too. Also, go out and treat yourself to your dream vacation. Try different cool outdoor activities such as swimming, surfing, kayaking, snorkeling, scuba diving, etc. Best advice, DON’T THINK, JUST GO FOR IT! After all, what’s a summer without a vacation? We all need a break and we need to reward ourselves from working too hard to earn a living. LIFE IS SHORT. YOLO! (You only live once) so make it count.

Suseong Lake Resort

* Musical Fountain Show

─Hour(Jun – Jul): 13:00 & 16:00(only fountain) 20:30, 21:30

─Hour(May, Aug, Sep, Oct): 13:00 & 16:00(only fountain) 20:00, 21:00

─Admission Fee: Free

─Address: Dusan-dong, Suseong-gu, Daegu

Sincheon River Water Park

─Date: July - August

─Admission Fee: Free

─Address: Athletics Square nearby Daebong-gyo (Daebong bridge), Sincheon River

Duryu Water Park

─Date: July – August *Duryu Swimming Pool is open all year round

─Admission Fee: Adult 20,000 won

─Address: 237, Gongwonsunhwan-ro, Dalseo-gu, Daegu, Korea

Daegu Spa Valley

─Date: All year round

*Some facilities may not be available at the time of your visit

*All outside facilities will be available starting June 16.

─Address: 891, Gachang-ro, Gachang-myeon, Dalseong-gun, Daegu

─Admission Fee: One-day pass(Adults) 38,000 – 42,000 won

* Ticket includes spa and sauna

* 30% discount for foreigners, men of national merits, and people with disabilities (proof of identification required)

7. CHILL AT HOME

After a long day at work, our body and mind gets really exhausted. Our feet are stay confined in shoes for a whole day which harness a lot of heat. Soak your feet in cool water. Before going to bed, open the windows and hang a damp towel in front of them so that the air flowing inside your home will be cool. Get a couple slices of cucumber that you stored in your fridge and put them in your eyes not only to reduce puffiness and dark circles around eyes but also to sooth them. You can also opt to use a face mask. These are easily found in generic cosmetic shops, even in Daiso. PRO TIP: after putting the mask on, place a fan in front of your face so it feels cooler.

If you have a diffuser, add a few drops of essential oils that contain cooling properties such as spearmint or peppermint oils. General merchandise stores like Daiso, Miniso and even at Olive Young.

Lastly, have a water spray and a bottle of water beside your bed. Use the water spray before sleeping to help your body cool down and drink water whenever you feel thirsty.

REMEMBER: Do not take your body and skin for granted before it’s too late. Protect them and take care of them like a mother to a child. Now, with all these tips, you are now ready for summer a.k.a. Daefrica. Now, go out there and shine bright Daegukins! I wish all a wonderful day.

This morning, Daegu had the heaviest snow fall this winter! The entire city is covered with snow! Snow view is spectacular but it is hard to commute and move around in the presence of snow on streets and roads. Daegu City Hall and citizens has been clearing away snows across the city. Thank you so much for everyone who’s been so kind and responsible to remove snow from the streets!

Daegu Arboretum

Image: Jung-gu Office

When it snows, it’s important to get rid of the snow before it freezes. It is a civic duty states in the ordinance.

Time: Within 4 hours after snow stopped.

When it snows at night, by 11am.

Extent: From the building to 1 – 1.5m away

so that people can walk

You can use snow-removal materials inside the containers that looks like the picture above. They are sporadically placed on the streets and contain calcium chloride and sands for slippery pavements.

Also, the following is snow safety tips you can refer to.

■Refrain from going outside.

■Put on sneakers or mountain-climbing boots when going outside.

■Please take your hand out of pockets when walking on snow.

■Refrain from talking on the phone when walking.

■Make sure car stopped when using crosswalk

■Hold handrail when climbing stairs.

■Walking at night is not recommended.

Please stay safe everyone and let’s keep Daegu beautiful and safe! Thank you so much for cooperating in advance!

A great new to Russian friends living in Daegu has been released! A new flight to Vladivostok will launch from Daegu International Airport on April 6. With this, the Korea's fast growing airport offers total 19 regular routes that are composed of 3 domestic and 16 international flights.

The local airport is the 3^rdairport in the peninsula that provides a direct route to Vladivostok following Incheon and Gimpo international airports. Daegu Metropolitan City is expecting that cultural and economical exchange between the two countries will increase. A round-trip costs 400,000 won on average.

SCHEDULE *All local time

On Monday

Daegu to Vladivostok

Departing at 07:50

Arriving at 11:45

Vladivostok to Daegu

Departing at 12:45

Arriving at 14:50

On Wednesday and Friday

Daegu to Vladivostok

Departing at 10:35

Arriving at 14:35

Vladivostok to Daegu

Departing at 15:35

Arriving at 17:35

Sudden cardiac arrest can happen to anyone, at any time. One's help within the first few minutes can dramatically increase a victim's chance of survival.

Daegu Metropolitan City has offered free CPR and AED classes each year. This year is no different. Starting February, you can find a class at a public health center(보건소) near you. This class is conducted by Kyungpook National University Hospital.

CLASSES

*Classes are done in Korean. You need intermediate level of listening in Korean to understand the training

Jung-gu Public Health Center (중구 보건소)

On the 3^rd Floor

March 29, Thur, 16:00-18:00

April 26, Thur, 16:00-18:00

July 26, Thur, 16:00-18:00

August 30, Thur, 16:00-18:00

September 13, Thurs, 16:00-18:00

October 25, Thur, 16:00-18:00

November 29 Thur, 16:00-18:00

Dong-gu Public Health Center (동구 보건소)

On the 5^th Floor

February 23, Fri 13:30 – 15:30 & 15:50 – 17:50

March 23, Fri 13:30 – 15:30 & 15:50 – 17:50

April 27, Fri 13:30 – 15:30 & 15:50 – 17:50

May 25, Fri 13:30 – 15:30 & 15:50 – 17:50

June 22, Fri 13:30 – 15:30 & 15:50 – 17:50

July 27, Fri 13:30 – 15:30 & 15:50 – 17:50

August 24, Fri 13:30 – 15:30 & 15:50 – 17:50

September 28, Fri 13:30 – 15:30 & 15:50 – 17:50

October 19, Fri 13:30 – 15:30 & 15:50 – 17:50

November 16, Fri 13:30 – 15:30 & 15:50 – 17:50

Seo-gu Public Health Center (서구 보건소)

On the 4^th Floor

Mar 15, Thur 13:30 – 15:30 & 16:00 – 18:00

June 21, Thur 13:30 – 15:30 & 16:00 – 18:00

September 20, Thur 13:30 – 15:30 & 16:00 – 18:00

November 15, Thur 13:30 – 15:30 & 16:00 – 18:00

Nam-gu Public Health Center (남구 보건소)

On the 5^th Floor

April 10, Tue, 13:00 – 15:00

June 12, Tue, 19:00 – 21:00

September 11, Tue, 13:00 – 15:00

November 13, Tue, 19:00 – 21:00

Buk-gu Public Health Center (북구 보건소)

On the 6^th Floor

July 20, Fri 16:00 – 18:00

October 12, Fri 15:00 – 17:00

November 9, Fri 15:00 – 17:00

Suseong-gu Public Health Center (수성구 보건소)

On the 6^th Floor

February 21, Wed 14:00 – 16:00

February 28, Wed 16:00 – 18:00

March 14, Wed 14:00 – 16:00

March 28, Wed 16:00 – 18:00

April 11, Wed 14:00 – 16:00

April 25, Wed 16:00 – 18:00

May 9, Wed 14:00 – 16:00

May 23, Wed 16:00 – 18:00

June 20, Wed 14:00 – 16:00

June 27, Wed 16:00 – 18:00

July 11, Wed 14:00 – 16:00

July 25, Wed 16:00 – 18:00

August 8, Wed 14:00 – 16:00

August 22, Wed 16:00 – 18:00

September 5, Wed 14:00 – 16:00

September 19, Wed 16:00 – 18:00

October 10, Wed 14:00 – 16:00

October 24, Wed 16:00 – 18:00

November 14, Wed 14:00 – 16:00

November 28, Wed 16:00 – 18:00

Dalseo-gu Public Health Center (달서구 보건소)

On the basement

February 6, Tue 14:00 – 16:00

February 23, Fri 14:00 – 16:00

March 8, Tue 14:00 – 16:00

March 23, Fri 14:00 – 16:00

May 8, Tue 14:00 – 16:00

May 25, Fri 19:00 – 21:00

June 3, Sun 14:00 – 16:00

June 22, Fri 14:00 – 16:00

July 7, Sat 14:00 – 16:00

July 24, Tue 14:00 – 16:00

August 7, Tue 14:00 – 16:00

August 17, Fri 14:00 – 16:00

August 28, Tue 14:00 – 16:00

September 11, Tue 14:00 – 16:00

October 16, Tue 19:00 – 21:00

November 6, Tue 19:00 – 21:00

November 17, Sat 14:00 – 16:00

Dalseong-gun Public Health Center (달성군 건강증진센터)

On the 1^st Floor

March 21, Wed 13:30 – 15:30

June 27, Wed 13:30 – 15:30

October 31, Wed 13:30 – 15:30

HOW TO REGISTER

Call 053-423-1339 or go on http://www.dandicpr.co.kr/

Daegu is known for Korea’s’ finest public transportation systems such as railway, subway and highways. Now, we can proudly say that airway is not so different! Last year, Daegu airport was leaped to top 4 international airports for international flights. In 2013, it accommodated only 3 routes for one country. However, Daegu airport provides flights to 15 different cities from 7 countries as of now.

If you are living in Daegu and surrounding areas, Daegu airport is a great option to travel to some of the most previous cities in the world! Check out the latest schedule they offer and plan your holidays ahead :)

INTERNATIONAL FLIGHTS

Check out on the official site: click here

Flights available to: Cebu,Danang, Fukuoka, Guam, Hongkong,Incheon, Kinawa, Osaka, Pudong, Sapporo, Taipei, Tokyo,Bangkok, Sanya

DAEGU – WORLD (Departure)