Grannies on Safari Season 1 Episode 6 Korea: Off the Beaten Path
- TV-NR
- November 11, 2006
- 23 min
In episode six of Grannies on Safari's first season titled 'Korea: Off the Beaten Path', the two adventurous grannies, Mary and Regina, explore the beauty and culture of South Korea in their usual informative and humorous manner.
The episode begins with Mary and Regina learning about South Korea's history and traditions at a tea ceremony where they dress in traditional Korean Hanbok attire. The actresses also join in the fun at a Korean folk village, where they experience the traditional crafts, food, and art of the ancient Korean people.
The grannies then continue their adventure off the beaten path as they explore a traditional Korean village where they sample Korean street food such as rice cakes and fresh caught seafood. They also learn how to make ceramic pottery, another celebrated traditional craft in South Korea.
The next adventure takes them to one of the local sensory gardens, where they learn about the healing properties of plant life and how it's used in traditional medicine. They also visit a Korean temple where they learn about Buddhist teachings and experience a traditional Korean chanting ritual.
Mary and Regina then discover South Korea's advancements in technology and innovations at the famous Seoul Tower and the Samsung complex. The grannies also visit the DMZ, the infamous de-militarized zone between North and South Korea, and learn about the history and politics of the region.
The episode closes with the grannies experiencing the bright lights and colorful energy of the South Korean nightlife in Gangnam. The actresses get to experience various themed cafes such as a cat cafe and learn about the popular Korean nightlife culture.
Overall, 'Korea: Off the Beaten Path' is an insightful and entertaining depiction of South Korea's rich cultural history and traditions. From ancient crafts to modern technology and nightlife, Mary and Regina's adventure through South Korea can be both informative and highly enjoyable to viewers who would like to learn more about this fascinating country.