Not your typical sightseeing!

Although we are "tourists" here in Gwangju, we are certainly not treated like it. The people of Gwangju have opened their houses and hearts to all of us, welcoming us with huge smiles and tremendous generosity. While we have seen many sites that any tourist would see, we have also stepped off the beaten path and into the homes of the locals - a rare treat and invaluable experience for building lifelong friendships. We have also had the privilege of visiting a missionary, an orphanage, a "silver house" (or nursing home), trying on hanbok (valued at over $600 per outfit), and have had a painting done for each of us by a monk at the Baekyangsa (a Buddhist temple). Furthermore, our families and friends through Rotary welcome our questions, no matter how banal they may seem, and truly want us to learn about this beautiful country. Tomorrw, (Monday, May 16) we will see a Coming of Age ceremony. Definitely not your typical sightseeing! :)