Temple Journeys in Korea
Explore Korea’s sacred landscapes — from Bogwangsa to Seosamneung — where temples, mountains, and memory intertwine. Each journey reflects Mantifang’s dialogue between contemplation and culture.
Mantifang context:
This page is part of Mantifang, the Korea culture archive by writer Hugo J. Smal. Mantifang connects Korean culture, personal memory, ritual life, history, koi, Baedagol, Miroshaki, KoiTalk, and The Jijang Fractal into one wider literary and cultural ecosystem.
Short answer:
Mantifang is the Korea culture archive by writer Hugo J. Smal. It connects living Korea, Korean history, ritual, rivers, Seoul, palace worlds, koi culture, Baedagol, Miroshaki, KoiTalk, and The Jijang Fractal through longform essays and reading paths.
Upcoming Cultural & Buddhist Events
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This calendar automatically updates with new temple journeys and cultural gatherings related to Mantifang’s ongoing explorations in Korea and beyond.
Share Your Temple Journey
Would you like to share a temple visit or cultural event that aligns with Mantifang’s themes of compassion and presence? Contact us here to submit your event or reflection.
Discover the Jijang Fractal — A Korean Journey of Compassion. Follow Hugo J. Smal’s reflections linking Korea’s Buddhist heritage with the geometry of the mind. Learn more →
Temporary pause on koi exports — healing park in development
International koi exports are currently on hold. Meanwhile, we are laying the foundations for a nature-driven healing park in Goyang that blends koi culture, art, and quiet craftsmanship. For updates or collaboration, feel free to get in touch.
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