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2024 marks the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Korea and Grenada, which began on August 1, 1974. We have featured historic buildings from both countries on postage stamps to commemorate this significant milestone. We look forward to continued close cooperation between the two nations. Jibokjae Hall in Korea, located within Gyeongbokgung Palace, means `place for accumulating treasure.` The main building, with a vertically hung plaque reading ` Jibokjae Hall,` is flanked by two other structures, Palujeong, a two-story octagonal pavilion on the left, and Hyeopgildang, a single-story building with a hipped-and-gabled roof on the right. Corridors connect these three buildings. The main building was primarily used as King Gojong`s library and also served as a venue for hosting foreign envoys and housing royal portraits. During his reign, King Gojong sought knowledge of Western advancements as part of his enlightenment policies and acquired a vast collection of books, over 40,000 of which were stored in Palujeong. Built in 1891, Jibokjae Hall exhibits many Chinese architectural elements, reflecting King Gojong`s openness to foreign influences. Notable features include the protruding brick walls on both sides and the round windows made of glass. Following the Japanese occupation, Jibokjae Hall became vacant, and its books were transferred to the Academy of Korean Studies. The building was renovated as part of Gyeongbokgung`s restoration and has been open to the public as a library since 2016. Marryshow House, located on the southernmost island nation of Grenada between the Caribbean Sea and the North Atlantic Ocean, was the residence of Theophilus Albert Marryshow (1887-1958), a West Indian public figure, statesman, and patron of the arts. Marryshow affectionately called this house `Rosery,` a name derived from his favorite song, though it is now widely known as `Marryshow House.` This house was the foundation for his movements advocating political and economic self-government and federation. Marryshow built this house in 1917 using mostly local timber, along with imported red bricks and slate. It was designed to provide comfort in Grenada`s tropical maritime climate. The architectural style, influenced by the region`s culture and African, French, and British elements, distinguishes it from other 18th-century structures in Grenada`s capital, St. George`s. Considered an architectural masterpiece, Marryshow House was vacant for a period following his death but was reopened in 1971 as the Marryshow House University Centre by the University of the West Indies.