Yeosan Libeartion (1977)
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"Yeosan has a way of keeping it's people close."
It is strangely welcoming. It is comforting to know that
even in the dark of the night, you are not alone
Yeosan has developed a distinct local identity after decades of isolation from mainland Korea. While the city shares many customs with the rest of the country, prolonged separation has resulted in unique slang, etiquette, folklore and social beliefs. This page documents those customs.
- 1.Culture
- 2.Language
- 3.Sayings
- 4.Superstition
- 5.Tradition
- 6.Questions
- 7.Attitudes toward
- 7.1The Government
- 7.2Shinroe
- 7.3The mainland
- 8.Urban Legends
- 9.Misc.
1. Everyday life.
This is an introduction to the culture.
First section
No me mires con esos ojo
Que me .
me desrumbas
Smoking
Citizen believe that if someone smokes, it was a sign or perhaps warning that they will die soon. Therefore it has become a popular notion for people to smoke when they believe they are about to die.
2. Linguistics
introduction to the dialect.
First section
No me mires con esos ojo
Que me .
me desrumbas
Second section
me derrumbas.
3. Local Sayings
introduction to the dialect.
"Nobody Land"
A colloquial term describing plots of land that have undergone extensive ground surveys before construction. The phrase originated after multiple redevelopment projects uncovered unidentified human remains beneath older neighborhoods. Because comprehensive soil surveys are expensive, owning "Nobody Land" became associated with wealth.
Second section
me derrumbas.
4. Superstitions
introduction to the dialect.
First section
No me mires con esos ojo
Que me .
me desrumbas
Second section
me derrumbas.
5. Customs
introduction to the dialect.
First section
No me mires con esos ojo
Que me .
me desrumbas
Second section
me derrumbas.
6. Questions from visitors
introduction to the dialect.
First section
No me mires con esos ojo
Q. Is it safe to walk at night?
Citizens typically avoid unneccessary travel during night.
Anything to keep in mind during my visit?
Please do not visit us.
Why don't people use the beach?
Although the beach is open to the public, save for some parts restricted by the government, residents prefer to spend their time inland - walking aimlessly around the city.
"The beach is always just around the corner," a resident reports. "(The beach) is always in view. No need to stand next to it," a street vendor says.
Q. Can I photograph government buildings?
Restrictions vary by district. Please consult your nearest authority.
Q. Who has more authority in Yeosan, Yeosan Govt. or Shinroe?
Asking questions like these offers nothing to gain but much to lose.
Q. Why are there so many pharmacies?
Yeosan has the highest pharmacy density in Korea.
No reason has been agreed upon.
7. Attitudes towards
introduction to the dialect.
7.1 The Government
No me mires con esos ojo
7.2 Shinroe
these are some facts.
- Shinroe referred to as 'She'.
Residents personify Shinroe using feminine pronouns. It is felt to be easier to accept the corporation as an individual due to the inevitability of encountering it in daily life. - Another Item
- Yet Another Item
7.3 Mainland
something
8. Urban Legends
introduction to the dialect.
First section
No me mires con esos ojo
Que me .
me desrumbas
Second section
me derrumbas.
9. Miscellaneous
introduction to the dialect.
First section
No me mires con esos ojo
Que me .
me desrumbas
Second section
me derrumbas.