7/26 World Heritage Site

DIALOG>> I'm just amazed by this city.

A: I'm just amazed by this city.
B: What do you mean?
A: You know how you can see old buildings that are hundreds of years old here, right?
B: Yeah, and?
A: And you can see modern skyscrapers right next to them.
B: Oh, I see what you mean.
ex> She was amazed by the election result in France.




RESPONSE>> Talk about Jongmyo Shrine.

Seoul is a charming metropolis where well-preserved ancient buildings and new buildings coexist in perfect harmony.
* in perfect harmony: 완벽한 조화를 이루는
ex> Your hat and outfit go together in perfect harmony.

In 1995, one of the historic architectures in Seoul, Jongmyo Shrine, was added to the UNESCO World Heritage Site.
* shrine: 사당, 제단

It is the oldest and most genuine Confucian royal shrine still standing to this date.
* genuine: 진짜의, 진품의
* still stand to this date: 지금까지도 서 있다
ex> His world record is still standing to this date.
ex> That water fountain next to my house still stands to this date.

The shrine houses the ancestral tablets for the kings and queens of the Joseon Dynasty.
* ancestral: 조상의
* tablet: 위패, 서판, 서책
* house: 장소를 제공하다, ~의 장소가 되다
ex> Almost 2,000 students were housed in the dorm.
ex> My school library houses more than 200,000 books.

Jongmyo Shrine was built in 1394 by the founder of the Joseon Dynasty, King Taejo.

He built this remarkable shrine to honor his ancestors.
ex> Memorial Day also honors those who fought for Korea's independence.

Royal ritual ceremonies were performed here to pay respect to their ancestors.
ex> Why don't you pay respect to him?

This rite is called 'Jongmyo Daeje.' and is still performed today.


@ I'm having a blast!  너무 재미있어!

1. That library is still standing to this date.
2. Our hotel can house more than 300 guests.
3. We'd like to honor Tae-kyung for all of his hard work here.
4. I was amazed by its sheer size.

6/28 World Heritage Site

DIALOG>> I'd like to check them out one of these days.

A: Do you know how many World Heritage Sites are there in Korea?
B: Beats me. How many?
A: There are 10 Sites throughout Korea.
B: Wow, that many? Have you been to any of them?
A: Of course, I've been to Seokguram and the Chosun Dynasty Tombs.
B: Cool. I'd like to check them out one of these days.
* beats me: 전혀 모르겠다. I have no idea.


RESPONSE>> Talk about Jeju Volcanic Island and Lava Tubes.

Jeju Island boasts its beautiful beaches and luxurious resorts.
* boast: 자랑하다, 뽐내다, speak with pride
cf> brag: (심하게)자랑하다, 떠벌리다 (못마땅함)
ex> Parents love to boast about their children's accomplishment.

It is also the home of UNESCO's World Heritiage Site : Jeju Volcanic Island and Lava Tubes.
* lava tubes: 용암 동굴


This mainly comprises three sites. One of them is the extensive system of caves called Geo-mun-ore-um lava tubes.
ex> Computer comprises three main parts.
ex> Her knowledge of German literature was much more extensive than I imagined.

It is widely known as one of the most well-preserved and the finest system of lava tubes in the world.

Seong-san Il-chul-bong is another site that has aesthetic beauty.
* aesthetic: 미학의, 미의  aesthetic clinic, 성형외과
ex> The film was not only moving but the visuals were aesthetically appealing as well.

It's a tuff cone formed by a volcanic eruption in the ocean.
* tuff cone: 응회구
* volcanic eruption: 화산 폭발

Mount Halla, another site included as the World Heritage, has beautiful waterfalls and breathtaking landscapes.
* breathtaking: 깜짝 놀랄만한

Tourists and scientists alike can visit this amazing site and get a glimpse of Mother Nature's remarkable creation.
* get a glimpse of: ~을 흘끗 보다,
* Mother Nature: 자연
ex> Adults and children alike enjoyed Harry Potter and Star Wars.
ex> People waited long hours just to get a glimpse of the star.


@ It's a part of my heritage.  그건 우리의 전통 중 하나야.

1. He boasted about his wife's cooking skills.
2. There was extensive coverage of the Presidential election on the news.
3. How alike are you with your boyfriend?
4. You can get a glimpse of her work.