올레나 explained about Ukraine while studying the map alongside Prof. Eje Kim,
a renowned world geographer and TV presenter.
KBS Let's read map with Prof. Kim,
https://tv.zum.com/play/2519786
If you have any questions about Ukraine , leave comments on this post. Then specialists 올레나 from Ukraine will help you by answering your questions.
Hello, what geological process makes the eastern regions of Ukraine so mineral rich? Additionally, has the Dnieper ever shifted by a large margin?
ReplyDeleteHello, Miro Ireson.
DeleteI’d be glad to answer your question.
The mineral richness of eastern Ukraine comes from very ancient tectonic and magmatic processes. That part of the country sits on the edge of the Ukrainian Shield and the Donbas Fold Belt, where collisions of continental plates, deep magmatic intrusions, and hydrothermal activity concentrated not only coal and iron, but also rarer resources like titanium, zirconium, lithium, and even uranium. In short - hundreds of millions of years of geological “pressure cooking” made the region unusually resource-rich.
As for the Dnieper - yes, over geological time it has shifted its course, but gradually. During the Ice Ages and afterward, meltwater floods and tectonic uplift forced the river to migrate across its wide valley. So while there wasn’t one single dramatic jump, the Dnieper has indeed wandered significantly compared to its present channel. :)
Hello, I am Lee Jun-jung, 18 years old, and I am attending Incheon Haneul High School in Korea. First of all, I watched your show very impressively. I have a lot of interest in Ukraine, so I am getting to know it hard these days. I want to ask you some questions.
ReplyDeleteHow do you think Ukraine's geopolitical position affects the international situation?
In what way do you see traditional Ukrainian clothes or festival culture being inherited in modern society?
Your response to this would be greatly appreciated. I will continue to take interest in Ukraine and continue to get to know it.
Hello Jun-jung, thank you for your kind words!
DeleteI’m Olena, and I’m really touched by your interest in Ukraine. I’ll be happy to answer your questions:)
Ukraine’s geopolitical position is very important because we are right between Europe and Asia. This makes our country a key place in international politics - sometimes as a bridge, sometimes as a point of tension. What happens in Ukraine often affects not only our region but also the wider world.
About culture - traditional Ukrainian clothes and festivals are still alive today. For example, the embroidered shirt (vyshyvanka) is worn proudly by people of all ages, not only on holidays but also in everyday life as a symbol of identity. Many old festivals are also celebrated, often mixed with modern art, music, and fashion, so traditions are not lost but continue to evolve.
I’m really glad you’re curious about Ukraine, and I hope you keep discovering more. It makes me proud to share a part of my culture with you. :)
Nice to meet you! I'm Kim Geon. Please call me Gonnie. I'm from Gwangju, a city in South Korea.
ReplyDeleteI'm very interested in Bosnia and Herzegovina, as well as Romania and Albania. Learning about the Bosnian War made me realize that it is a history that must not be forgotten. I have a deep interest in the history of the Balkan Peninsula. Albanian writer Ismail Kadare is the best writer!!
In the future, I want to become an elementary school teacher. The social studies curriculum in Korea focuses mainly on Korea itself. As a result, it often neglects the cultures and geography of the outside world, especially regions like Eastern Europe. I aspire to be a teacher who provides a well-rounded education, covering various aspects of world culture, economy, geography, and many other fields.
From a member of GG Club.
Hello. I am a student who want to learn about Ukraine to be a good teacher. Would you help me? I will leave my introductions and questions on Ukraine Whatsapp Group talk. Here is my blog link is
ReplyDeletehttps://saebeomi.blogspot.com/2025/09/ginue-friend-dae-hee-kim-from-bucheon.html?m=1
Hi, I'm a student studying to become an elementary school teacher in Korea. I've come across several videos related to Ukraine since I happened to watch a video of making Borscht on YouTube. If you have time, please visit my blog and let me know about the culture of Ukraine :)
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