Travel to Seoul and find out how a city springing from the ruins of the Korean War, has established itself so much to become one of the most economically powerful cities in the world. Despite it’s often overlooked for cities like Tokyo or Hong Kong, it is now one of the most amazingly fascinating and vibrant cities in south East Asia. There’s certain calm to Seoul that brings visitors from around the world to a city which balances its ancient history with the ultra modern development of the city.
63 Building
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- City: Seoul
It’s a skyscraper located on the Yeouido island along the banks and overlooking the Han River, which provides a spectacular view of the city. Built as a landmark for the 1988 Summer Olympics, th...
Bongeun Temple
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- City: Seoul
Once an important Buddhist temple with a rich history, founded in 794 during the Joseon Dynasty, Bongeun Temple is now one of the biggest, richest and most visited temples in Seoul. The temple has imp...
LWY Boramae Park
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- City: Seoul
Located on the former site of Air Force Academy, the Boramae Park is an overlooked city park and recreational center with an outdoor air museum displaying 8 Korean fighter jets. It got its name 'Boram...
Changdeok-gung
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- City: Seoul
The 600-year-old UNESCO World Heritage listed Changdeokgung Palace is the city's jewel which is famous for its outstanding architectural details and expansive gardens. The rear garden was actually con...
Changgyeong-gung
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- City: Seoul
Located in the heart of Seoul, this is one of the Five Grand Palaces of the Joseon Dynasty, the most of which was destroyed by Japan during the colonial period; perhaps the most degrading action was t...
Cheonggye Stream
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- City: Seoul
This stream has been restored into a verdant tourist attraction from its previous state as a busy freeway. You can walk many kilometer along its path through the very center of Seoul....
Children’s Grand Park
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- City: Seoul
This large shady park which features a rose garden, flower beds and fountains, is one of the largest children's parks in Asia with a botanical garden, a zoo, an...
Located in the basement of the Korea World Trade Center in Samsung-dong, COEX is the largest underground shopping center in Asia with an area of about 85,000 square meters. The mall houses over 260 st...
Deoksu-gung Palace
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- City: Seoul
Located in downtown Seoul across the street from City Hall, this mid-fifteenth century built Deoksu-gung Palace is one of the five palaces from the Jeseon Dynasty which lasted over 500 years, and is q...
Dongdaemun
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- City: Seoul
A prominent landmark in central Seoul, Dongdaemun, formally known as Heunginjimun (or Gate of Rising Benevolence) is one of the Eight Gates in the Fortress Wall of Seoul, and one of the three original...
