A Different Kind Of Seoul Night
There is something rather wonderful about seeing hundreds of people sitting quietly beside a stream in the middle of one of the world's busiest cities, reading books. On a recent evening along Seoul's Cheonggyecheon Stream, I came upon this remarkable scene. Beneath the towering office buildings and the bright lights of downtown Seoul, people had gathered along the water's edge, not for a concert or some grand spectacle, but for the simple pleasure of reading. Small reading lamps illuminated the pages of their books. Some people sat alone, absorbed in their stories. Others sat beside friends or loved ones. A few simply watched the water flowing past, enjoying a moment of peace in the middle of the city. Above them, Seoul continued at its usual relentless pace. Traffic moved through the streets, pedestrians hurried along the sidewalks, and the illuminated buildings stood against the night sky. But down beside the stream, life seemed to move at a different speed. I've alw...
