The Korean traditional floor heating system “ondol” dates back to the Gogureo era. It originated in cold northern regions and spread to all southern areas during the Joseon period. It still remains the indispensable part of Koreans’ everyday lives. That’s why many idioms in Korean are about the heated floor “ondol” or “gudeuljang.”

The narrator of the show is a young man who is a fan of “ondol.” He tells about his nostalgia for “ondol” and its role in his mother’s love for him. The narrator also introduces the structure of “ondol” and how fire in a fireplace can heat the entire house.
Duration: 11:48
Region: Korea
Source: Arirang