Imagine a city entirely dedicated to books. It's not just your imagination; it's real! I love, love, loved this place. In Paju Bookcity books are planned, written, and printed. They are also fiercely protective of the natural environment there. It's wonderfully idealistic . . . and productive. I think our guide said something along these lines (don't quote me, though): "This is a place where artists can dream about sharing Korean culture and traditions and then share it with the world."
The next phase of the city will be focused on filmmaking. Amazing.
There's a gallery in this city called "Smell of Book." There really isn't anything like the smell of a new book, is there?! Although they do have a division working on electronic books. I like the sensuous experience of smelling the book and touching its pages, do you?
2 comments:
Yum! And I love those teeny chairs on blocks on top of the bookcase.
fyi on your previous post, I would have cried too.
This is a great post and fabulous blog - I feel like I'm 'virtually' with you in Korea! Thank you for sharing and I'll be waiting to hear more - you are so talented! ;~)
I have an idea for us to do when you get back that I think you will REALLY like - can't wait to share it with you!
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