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Feng shui, sometimes called Chinese geomancy, is an ancient Chinese traditional practice which claims to use energy forces to harmonize individuals with their surrounding environment. The term feng shui means, literally, "wind-water" (i.e., fluid). From ancient times, landscapes and bodies of water were thought to direct the flow of the universal Qi – “cosmic current” or energy – through places and structures. Because Qi has the same patterns as wind and water, a specialist who understands them can affect these flows to improve wealth, happiness, long life, and family; on the other hand, the wrong flow of Qi brings bad results. More broadly, feng shui includes astronomical, astrological, architectural, cosmological, geographical, and topographical dimensions. Historically, as well as in many parts of the contemporary Chinese world, feng shui was used to orient buildings and spiritually significant structures such as tombs, as well as dwellings and other structures. One scholar writes that in contemporary Western societies, however, “feng shui tends to be reduced to interior design for health and wealth. It has become increasingly visible through 'feng shui consultants' and corporate architects, who charge large sums of money for their analysis, advice, and design”.

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Namsan Mountain is located at an altitude of 270 meters in the heart of Seoul. It was originally named Ingyeongsan Mountain, but the name was changed to Namsan after King Taejo moved the capital city of Joseon to Seoul in 1394 because it was located to the south of the palace. Namsan is one of the four major mountains surrounding Hanyang, the capital city of Joseon. They say that it is supposed to hold a great energy because it is equivalent to the phoenix of the south and inner-city hill in Feng Shui. Topography of Namsan that was destroyed during the Japanese Occupation period has been restored through the Namsan Restoration Project over 10 years since 1991.

Rising before you are Bangsa Towers, meaning 'towers to protect against misfortune'. These towers were traditionally erected in villages that were built on inauspicious sites according to the ancient principles of Feng Shui. Feng Shui is a system of laws, originating from China, which are used to determine the best locations for buildings and the like in relation to the flow of Chi (energy). Bangsa Towers were thought to protect a village from misfortune. It is hoped that these towers, built with pride by the Seogwipo Work Cup Committee, will protect Jeju island from any misfortune as well. It is hoped that they contribute to a successful 2002 World Cup (Jeju World Cup Stadium. It is also hoped that they help ensure the safety, peace, and prosperity of Jeju Island as an International Free Trade Zone.

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