Winter in Korea can be a real challenge to tackle due to bone-chilling cold air coupled with biting winds that make it feel even colder. We've got you covered with essentials for braving the outdoors, but what about staying warm indoors? Forget about lounging in your living room wearing a bulky coat or clutching hand warmers. While fireplaces might be common elsewhere, Korea has its own toasty solution called 'Nanbang’ a housewarming indoor heating system.

‘Nanbang’ is derived from the famous 'Ondol,' which means hot rock, this system used to involve heating rocks to warm the air beneath traditional Korean houses. 'Nanbang' operates similarly, but instead of rocks, it employs hot pipes beneath the floor. These pipes emit warmth, heating up the chilly air and creating a snug atmosphere indoors. Some households, however, still use 'Yeontan' a kind of kneaded coal, when they don't have the piped 'Nanbang.' It's efficient, providing long-lasting heat with minimal energy consumption.

Thanks to 'Nanbang' many Korean homes have cozy warm floors, allowing people to walk barefoot, sit, and even sleep comfortably on the floor during the coldest winters. So, turn on the 'Nanbang' and get ready to snuggle up for a cozy winter season!