This is a traditional "Kimchi hut" where large jars of kimchi are buried inside.  The hut helps maintain the temperature for optimum  fermentation.  

Location:  Korean Folk Village, Suwon, South Korea.






Image:Kimchi Hut
Kimchi hut


Image:Kimchi Hut
Pots used for kimchi and soybean paste (Doenjang)

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Eric J Lohry,  Suwon, South Korea:   January 23rd, 2011