Seoul travel and 6 experiences that must be done

Seoul, the capital of South Korea, is home to more than nine million people and is considered one of the most vibrant cities in Asia. Seoul is surrounded by rocky mountains and is filled with a mix of ancient buildings and modern skyscrapers. Skyscrapers across the city provide stunning views of this sprawling metropolis.

Seoul is a special and fun city and a tourist destination many people wish to visit to explore. Indeed, Seoul has no shortage of unique and fun experiences to do. If you have the opportunity to travel to Seoul, you should spend at least 3 days to explore Seoul to the fullest.

1. Visit N Seoul Tower / Namsan Tower

N Seoul Tower is located on top of Namsan Mountain, the highest place in Seoul. From here, you have a breathtaking view of the entire city – on a clear day, of course.

You can use the elevator, instead of the cable car, to get to the top of Namsan Mountain to see how Seoul looks from low to high. There is also a hiking trail, which takes over an hour, but balance your schedule and health to ensure you can enjoy the amazing views from the top of Namsan Tower! Around the tower there are also many souvenir shops, restaurants and this is also the place where cultural events are regularly held.

N Seoul Tower seems to be the meeting point for all young couples. All the fences in the area around the tower are covered with love keychains, there are literally millions of keychains all over the place.

2. Visit Gwangjang . Market

If you love Korean food, you won’t want to miss eating the Korean way when you visit Gwangjang Market in Seoul. This is one of the great places to experience traditional Korean culture and street food. So if you have come to Seoul, you will not be able to go to Gwangjang Market.

The market has a few areas but the main area of ​​the market is dedicated to prepared foods. This is the place where you can enjoy a lot of delicious street food of Seoul.

3. Visit the Palaces in Seoul

There are a few palaces from the Joseon Dynasty in Seoul – you should definitely visit a few. The largest is Gyeongbokgung Palace. Palaces in Seoul have undergone a tumultuous history. From being consumed by fire to the destruction of the Japanese invaders.

The resilience of these great buildings themselves has made them important to the history of Seoul as well as Korea. What you see today is mostly recreated but retains the original spirit of the palace.

4. Bukchon Hanok Village

Bukchon Hanok Village is located in a hilly area north of Cheonggyecheon Stream and between two royal palaces, Gyeongbokgung Palace and Changdeokgung Palace. Bukchon means “northern village” and in this quaint neighborhood you will experience the Korean village environment, including lots of alleyways and hanok (traditional Korean houses). The village has been preserved to present a 600-year-old urban environment overlooking modern skyscrapers.

5. Ihwa Mural Village

A decade ago, this residential area was demolished to remove what was considered an old and unattractive slum to make way for new development. It’s one of many “moon villages,” or villages where residents built their homes in the hills in the days after the Korean War, mainly because they were poor and couldn’t afford to live there. better and flatter areas in the city center.

However, in 2006, they turned the poor neighborhood into an art tourist destination with interesting metal sculptures, colorful murals, and murals on the walls and stairs of artists. local doctor.

6. Enjoy Korean Traditional BBQ

Whether you are just visiting or living in Seoul, you must try traditional Korean food! Almost every visitor has heard of Korean BBQ. It is served at restaurants all over the city. The best place to enjoy Korean BBQ is Wangbijib restaurant located in Myeongdong. Wangbijib Restaurant specializes in grilled beef. After ordering, you will receive raw meat, side dishes, salads, vegetables for grilling and dipping sauces.

There are many unique and unusual things to do in Seoul suitable for all ages and different types of travelers. Don’t be afraid to visit places and experience what Seoul has to offer.

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