"Try the Korean-style..." South Korea Hotel Tip by leonik

Try the Korean-style accomodation which uses the Ondol-heating system.
I only had the opportunity to spend one night in a Korean-style room but it was fantastic!
I have never had a better sleep!
It was soooo comfortable, warm beneath you while it's cool above you (I left the window open). One of my best experiences!
It is even said to be good for those with Rheumatism and Athritis!
The picture is taken from a website.

Unique Qualities: Most apartments (as well as houses and villas) use Ondol heating. Ondol is the traditional Korean heating system using heat conduction and has much to do with the Korean lifestyle. Originally, a wide stone (called a Gudeuljang, ) under the floor in each room was heated. The stone then radiated heat to the floor, warming the room. Radiant heat and convection were also applied. In the past, a wood fire was used as the heat source. These days, modern energy devices such as boilers use gas (or charcoal in older houses) to heat water that circulates under the floor to warm the room.

source:
http://english.kangnam.seoul.kr/live/housing/ondol.htm

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