The Textures of Korea

Of the nine towns and cities we've visited on this trip, each one revealed its colors, textures and patterns to us. Here's an abstract visual tour:



A garlic field in Hadong.



The chunky pebble beach of Goeje.



Decorations at a Buddhist temple in the mountains of Gyeongju.



A bustling street market in Seoul.



A great teacup.



Carved totems at an artist's studio in Goseong.



Anchovies for sale on the street.



Layers of sediment near the site of dinosaur footprints.



Artful landscaping near the Jinju National Museum.



Bamboo with mountains.



Shoes removed before entering a restaurant.



The eaves of a temple in Sacheon City.

Just a small sampling of the subtle and spectacular visual treats of South Korea.