The Tembusu (Fagraea fragrans) is a large evergreen tree in the family Gentianaceae. It is native to Southeast Asia. Its trunk is dark brown, with deeply fissured bark, looking somewhat like a bittergourd. It grows in an irregular shape from 10 to 25m high. Its leaves are light green and oval in shape. Its yellowish flowers have a distinct fragrance and the fruits of the tree are bitter tasting red berries, which are eaten by birds and fruit bats. Source: Tembusu, Wikipedia
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Journey to the North

1 Feb 2016 | 8:00 pm |
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In May 2015, Dr Kuan Yee Han traveled to North Korea to see, first-hand, what life was like inside. 8 days in the Hermit Kingdom, taking in the sights and sounds of Pyongyang city, the demilitarized zone (DMZ), and the Eastern country side Mt Kumgang-Wonsan region, was truly an eye-opener. Much of the country was rather unsettling at times, and thick with propaganda and peculiar sights. Yet, the trip was also filled with amazing and unexpected surprises. North Korea was truly unlike any other place on earth.

Curious about North Korea? Come by for an evening of perspectives and lens from the north

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