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Winter is fast approaching. If you look carefully, you‘ll find a surprising number of free or affordable winter events. Let’s take a look at some of the most popular events that foreigners visiting Korea for winter might find helpful. Seoul Winter Festa (https://www.winta.co.kr/#) Period: December 2024 - January 2025 Features: Light festivals throughout Seoul, including bell-ringing at Cheonggyecheon, DDP, and Bosingak Pavilion. Achasan Sunrise Festival Period: January 1, 2025 Features: New Year
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Using hospitals and pharmacies in Korea is simple. For those with health insurance, treatment costs range from 5,000 to 20,000 won. Without insurance, it’s about 30,000 to 60,000 won. Colds and body aches are easily treated at local hospitals, and medications can be bought directly at pharmacies. For foreign language support, check if hospitals offer English or Chinese services. University hospitals with international centers, the 1339 Foreigner Counseling Center, and public health centers are h