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General Information:
Seoul world's fifth largest city is the capital city of South Korea in the northwestern part of the country. With a mesmerizing blend of the ancient and the modern the city offers a wide array of sights from modern skyscrapers, bustling markets, picturesque villages to temples, palaces, pagodas and beautiful parks. It is the principal administrative, economic, financial, arts and cultural center of South Korea and a safe place to travel around. Surrounded by mountains on all sides and the Han River meandering around, the city offers magnificent natural views. The city was under the reign of Chosun Dynasty for a long period. The city's rich culture and traditions have borne form these graceful empires. Much of the city was damaged by the Korean War. But the city was rebuilt very soon and it progressed with a rapid economic growth. It acquired immense popularity for hosting the 1988 Seoul games and 2002 FIFA World Cup. The climate is moderate with four distinct seasons. The people are very sociable and jovial to the tourists. It is the second most populous city in the world housing 2300000 people.
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Tourist Attractions:
The Downtown area with various historical marvels, palaces, government offices, markets, hotels and restaurants is a major landmark of the city. A stroll around the place can provide a unique old world charm and remind of the old Joseon Dynasty that once reined it. Gyeongbokgung Palace, Joseon Palace Museum and Korean Folk Museum are some of the finest places of visit. Olympic Park and the World Cup Stadium are two most favored tourist destinations of the city. Han-gang Riverside Parks consisting of 10 leisure parks are ideal for experiencing water-skiing, windsurfing, golf, cycling and exciting river cruises. The World trade Center of Korea in Gangnamgu, Korean Finance Building, Pentecostal Church and Seoul Tower are some other notable tourist places of the city. The Seoul Museum of History and the National Museum of Korea are the most impressive of all museums. Guksadang Shrine, Inwang temple, Mt. Namsan Park, Doasn Park, Yongsan Park and Lotte World make the most overwhelming escapades amidst the serene nature.
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Transportation :
Seoul is one of the greatest transportation hubs of Asia. The city's Gimpo Airport now serves as a major domestic airport. The new Incheon Airport on Yeongjong-do Island operates various national and international flights. The two airports connect Seoul by a highway. Shuttle buses are available from the airport to the city center. KTX bullet trains connect several South Korean cities. The city has 9 subway lines. The bus terminals offer reliable bus services in various directions like Dongbu Bus terminal covers the city's eastern parts while Nabu Bus Terminal travel in the southern areas. The regular, deluxe and call taxis are ideal to get around the city.
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Shopping:
Sogong Underground Shopping Center located in the Sogon-dong suburb offers splendid shopping opportunities to the tourists. Popular purchases include ginseng, cameras, shoes, clothing, ceramics, accessories, and folk crafts. Namdaemun located in the city center is another famous shopping area displaying a host of traditional merchandizes. Insadong is famous for its souvenir shops. Myeongdong is the ideal place for fashion shopping. |
Hotels:
Seoul is blessed with a wide chain of hotels and resorts varying from luxurious to mid budgetary and cheaper ones. Grand Hilton Hotel Seoul located in Hongeun-dong, 15 is a spectacular star hotel. This state of the art hotel offers provides the ultimate of Korean luxury amidst exotic natural ambience. Business Hotel Astoria in central Seoul welcomes with a cozy ambience. The hotel features elegant guestrooms that are well furnished and come with a host of standard amenities. Millenium Seoul Hotel (Address - Gae Soon Ok (Address - 91-2 Jeodong 1-Ga, Jung-gu) and New Delhi Restaurant, Itaewon are popular mid budgetary hotels of the city.
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