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Category Archives: Historical Sources

The following is an overview of the various historical source and reference materials which scholars and history buffs refer to either determine historical accuracy or try to understand timelines etc. These historical references often conflict with one another, so doesn’t even mention anything regarding a particular person or event. These reference materials aid in helping to solve historical mysteries or piece together events.

List of Korean Historical Dramas of 2019

Posted on December 23, 2019 by Christian Shin — 1 Comment ↓

These past couple of years there has been a lull in the number of historical dramas. With 2019, I was glad to see that there were many more dramas that Continue Reading →

Posted in Historical Sources | 1 Comment ↓

Korean Folklore – Goblins and Other Beings

Posted on November 15, 2019 by bibimgirl — 21 Comments ↓

This article is inspired by the TvN drama, Goblin 도깨비 and the SBS drama, Legend of the Blue Sea 푸른 바다의 전설.  Both dramas, airing simultaneously, focus on supernatural beings who Continue Reading →

Posted in Drama Posts and Articles, Historical Sources | 21 Comments ↓

The Dragon Historian

Posted on April 9, 2017 by bibimgirl — 1 Comment ↓

I’m really excited to announce a collaboration between KoreanHistoricalDramas.com and The Historical Dragon to provide our readers with additional resources to learn about Korean Historian. Check out this message from The Continue Reading →

Posted in Historical Sources | 1 Comment ↓

The Decline of Joseon

Posted on April 9, 2017 by bibimgirl — Leave a reply

The Joseon Dynasty was founded in 1392 and by the 19th century, the dynasty was a fast decline. Dramas such as The Duo and The Joseon Gunman are good examples of Continue Reading →

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Upcoming Historical K-Dramas for 2017

Posted on December 29, 2016 by bibimgirl — 9 Comments ↓

Based on the success sageuks had in 2016, 2017 is shaping up to big year with plenty of Korean historical dramas, aka sageuks, already lined up.  Here’s a sneak peek Continue Reading →

Posted in Historical Sources | 9 Comments ↓

The Original Flower Boys: Hwarang-do 화랑도

Posted on December 3, 2016 by bibimgirl — 4 Comments ↓

History of the Hwarang No drama that takes place during the Silla dynasty would be complete without your Hwarang hero (or anti-hero). In this page we will give an overview Continue Reading →

Posted in Historical Sources | Tagged Hwarang, silla | 4 Comments ↓

Korean Folktale: The Legend of Arang, The Virgin Ghost

Posted on February 2, 2016 by bibimgirl — 1 Comment ↓

Here is a quick article about the legend of Arang. This is from the book: Encyclopedia of Korean Folk Literature written by The National Folk Museum of Korea.

Posted in Historical People, Historical Sources | Tagged Arang and the Magistrate, Legends | 1 Comment ↓

Introduction to Sageuks

Posted on October 16, 2015 by bibimgirl — 15 Comments ↓

With all the inaccurate definitions and misperceptions floating out there, I wanted to call this article “Sageuk: The Definitive Guide To Korean Historical Dramas.”  I opted for a lower key-key title, Continue Reading →

Posted in Drama Posts and Articles, Historical Sources | Tagged sageuk | 15 Comments ↓

Gwanggaeto Stele 광개토왕릉비

Posted on June 10, 2015 by bibimgirl — 1 Comment ↓

The opening of every episode of the drama King Gwanggaeto centered on a massive upright boulder-like object.  The credits would appear on smaller broken bits of this huge rock. This rock structure plays such a Continue Reading →

Posted in Historical Sources | Tagged Goguyreo, Gwanggaeto Stele, King Gwanggeato | 1 Comment ↓

Samguk Sagi 삼국사기

Posted on May 2, 2015 by bibimgirl — Leave a reply

Samguk Sagi 삼국사기 三國史記 Samguk Sagi also known as “Chronicles of the Three Kingdoms” or “The Historical Records of the Three Kingdoms” is a historical record of the Three Kingdoms of Korea: Goguryeo ( 고구려 Continue Reading →

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