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Other Place to Go Seoul
57 Reviews I am writing one tip here for two separate locations. I do this because they are located close to each other (about 5 minutes walk), and you can buy a discounted ticket that allows entry to both. The...
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Korean Historical Landmark Seoul
29 Reviews Amsa Prehistoric Site is an ancient settlement along the Han River and contains several reconstructed huts, a museum, and many artifacts from the area. This is one of the largest settlement sites ever...
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Parks, Zoos & Stadiums Seoul
52 Reviews Eversince Korean dramas swept across Asian TV, lots of local tourists go to Nami Island (named after a local general). People enjoy biking, riding their scooters and promenading the island's tree...
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Hiking Seoul
14 Reviews There are some smallish mountains (hills) near Gupabal Station that have some well-maintained trails carved through a densely wooded setting. In this area it is also possible to see: - A very large...
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Art Galleries Seoul
13 Reviews Established by a wealthy and eccentric collector and opened to the public, this is one of Seoul`s more unexpected sights. The "Asia Eros" museum features prints, sculptures and paintings from all...
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Religious & Memorial Seoul
25 Reviews The Jogyesa temple sits in a non-descript part of Seoul, not far from the northern royal palaces, hemmed in by the surrounding buildings. It is very much at the centre of Korean Buddhism. However, it...
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Each temple has its Buddha statue where the people come and pray. Seonunsa is no ecept! Believe it or not, but the most Koreans are christians! They are catholic or protestants. I have never seen so many churches than in Seoul!And there are also other religions in Korea, because they "imported" a lot of special clerks which they need in ther special industries. So you can also find Hindus, muslimes and other religions there.
Korea has a lot of wonderful temples. Some of them store great treasures - like Haeinsa temple near Daegu, which stores the biggest collection of buddhist skripts - but most of them are treasures itself. Unfortuneatly I saw only one of them, Seonunsa temple. But it was very nice! Btw, "Sa" means "temple" in korean!Pilgrims come here and pray for themselves and their relatives. Seonunsa temple is a very good example how Koreans temples built.
I found out about this hike from a guide book written by a foreigner who lived here in Korea. It was the only place where I've been in Korea where I didn't see a soul for hours. It was a nice hike through valleys and farm fields. At the end of the hike there was a little village that was lost in time. Though I didn't see any people around the place was definately lived in. will write more soon to give directions
Chiaksan is located just north of the city of Wonju in Central Korea. It take about 5-6 hours to hike to the top and back or you can just stroll around and enjoy the small shrines at the base of this mountain....
Kangnung is a beach town up in the Northeast section of Korea. Just head east from Seoul thorugh Wonju along Route 4. When you seee racks and racks of dried squid hanging up being dried out along the side of the road, you know you're getting close. Nice place to come for an evening full of Seafood and Soju ...
Though not as famous as Japan, Cherry Blossom viewing in the Korean Country side is certainly nice. Get out to one of the many small farming villages, and you can get some nice rustic backdrops for your cherry blossom pictures...
What can I say about Chungju, besides the fact that it was my home for about 4 years... Not so much special here, chief entertainment in town is bowling and singing/drinking, and I don't bowl, so you can probably guess how I spent the majority of my free time here....
Suanbo is a small hot spring resort town that is about 20 km's south of Chungju in the Chung-Chong-Buk-Do province. Nice little town with all the tourist type trappings. There used to be a small ski resort just north of town. Not sure if it is still there or not...
The nicest mountain area in South Korea is Soraksan, which is in the northeast corner of the country... Since Korea is a four seaon kind of place, you can come to Soraksan year round to enjoy the seasonal outdoor beauty of the countryside... The only nicer mountain scenery on the Korean Peninsula is north of the DMZ.. (and not so easily accessible... )
If you find yourself in Korea in the Winter, try skiing in Dragon Valley. Although skiing here is a full contact sport. Perhaps donning some hockey pads prior to hitting the slopes would not be a bad idea...
Lotte Hotel Seoul Seoul
7 Reviews and 699 Opinions We stayed here for a week. It is very nice but DO NOT have your laundry done by them, a piece of...
The Westin Chosun Busan Busan
4 Reviews and 150 Opinions My wife and I have stayed twice at the Westin Chosun within the last three months. The rooms are...
Youngpyung Resort Kangwon-do
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Reviews and photos of South Korea attractions posted by real travelers and locals. The best tips for South Korea sightseeing.
Q: Hi all, I am traveling to South Korea from 4/15-4/21 for a friend's wedding on 4/19 in Seoul. The majority of the wedding...
A: Have a nice trip and fun. Be sure to visit the two tourist kiosks to get maps and guides. One is next to the express bus terminal while the other is beside the main train...
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