Traditional Korean Papermaking Developed In Jeonju

JEONJU, SOUTH KOREA - JANUARY 30: The colorful paper and masks made of Hanji, are seen at a traditional Korean paper at shop on January 30, 2010 in Jeonju, South Korea. Hanji is a traditional Korean paper made from the bark of mulberry tree. Mulberry tree grow in low-lying hills and fields throughout Korea and are often found on ridges around dry farmland and on the slopes of small mountains. Korean mulberry tree fibers are especially long, resilient and shiny. Hanji lasts for more than 1000 years, and despite its durability, its surface is still smooth. Due to its unique characteristics, the manufacturers of hanji have relied on the bark of mulberry tree for more than 1600 years. (Photo by Chung Sung-Jun/Getty Images)
JEONJU, SOUTH KOREA - JANUARY 30: The colorful paper and masks made of Hanji, are seen at a traditional Korean paper at shop on January 30, 2010 in Jeonju, South Korea. Hanji is a traditional Korean paper made from the bark of mulberry tree. Mulberry tree grow in low-lying hills and fields throughout Korea and are often found on ridges around dry farmland and on the slopes of small mountains. Korean mulberry tree fibers are especially long, resilient and shiny. Hanji lasts for more than 1000 years, and despite its durability, its surface is still smooth. Due to its unique characteristics, the manufacturers of hanji have relied on the bark of mulberry tree for more than 1600 years. (Photo by Chung Sung-Jun/Getty Images)
Traditional Korean Papermaking Developed In Jeonju
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