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[About Korea] Region-Seoul
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2017-11-20 20:32
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Located along the Hangang River, Seoul, the capital city of Korea, has grown into a teeming metropolis with a population of more than 10 million. While maintaining and restructuring the city, which has greatly expanded in the process of urbanization and industrialization, it continues to grow as the prosperous and thriving center of the country's political, economic, cultural and educational activities.
Seoul is the world's 10th-largest city its past and present coexist in a fascinating way. Centuries-old palaces, gates, shrines, gardens and priceless art collections in museums attest to the illustrious past of the city, while the glistening facades of soaring skyscrapers and the bustling traffic represent its vibrant present.
Old Seoul was encircled by four inner mountains and four outer mountains. The four inner mountains, Mt. Bugaksan in the north, Mt. Naksan in the east, Mt. Inwangsan in the west, and Mt. Namsan in the south, refer to those which were originally inside the castle walls of the ancient capital of the Joseon Dynasty (1392-1910). The four outer mountains are Mt. Bukhansan in the north, Mt. Yongmasan in the east, Mt. Deogyangsan in the west, and Mt. Gwanaksan in the south. Each mountain has a unique beauty of its own while boasting natural scenic landscapes and spectacular views overlooking the city of Seoul. There are also numerous mountain springs that are clean to drink from and resting spots for people hiking along these mountain areas.
In Seoul, the must see attractions are the ancient royal palaces dating back to the Joseon Dynasty: Gyeongbokgung, Deoksugung, Changdeokgung, and Changgyeonggung. Jongmyo Shrine, the royal ancestral shrine of Joseon, along with Huwon (the Rear Garden), adjacent to Changdeokgung, are noted for their beautifully landscaped gardens and classical structures. One of the most popular areas for foreigners is Insa-dong, located near downtown Seoul, which is lined with antique shops, art galleries, traditional teahouses, and restaurants as well as bookstores. It is a place that beckons both casual shoppers and the serious collectors.
Insa-dong is one of the most visited places by foreigners.
Other attractions highly recommended for foreign visitors include the National Museum, the National Center for Korean Traditional Performing Arts, the Sejong Center for the Performing Arts, the Ho-Am Art Hall and Korea House. The National Museum of Contemporary Art in Gwacheon, a southern satellite town, also deserves a visit.
From Mt. Namsan Park, in the heart of Seoul, visitors can enjoy a panoramic view of the entire city from Seoul Tower, or view a recreation of traditional village.
There are an abundance of parks within and around Seoul, such as Olympic Park, Seoul Grand Park and Citizens' Forest, providing not only places to relax, but also a variety of walking, riding and cycling opportunities. These parks are among the hidden treasures of Seoul, enjoyed by residents but often missed by tourists.
Another experience visitors should definitely not pass up is a Korean dinner, either at a modern restaurant or a courtly Korean-style restaurant. Excellent Chinese and Japanese food is also available, as well as French, Italian, Mexican, Pakistani and many other cuisines.
Seoul also has an active nightlife with bars, cafes, and rooftop nightclubs. The fantastic night scenery of Seoul can be experienced through a river cruise along the Hangang River which meanders through the heart of the city.
-Extracted contents from the website of www.korea.net-
Seoul is the world's 10th-largest city its past and present coexist in a fascinating way. Centuries-old palaces, gates, shrines, gardens and priceless art collections in museums attest to the illustrious past of the city, while the glistening facades of soaring skyscrapers and the bustling traffic represent its vibrant present.
Old Seoul was encircled by four inner mountains and four outer mountains. The four inner mountains, Mt. Bugaksan in the north, Mt. Naksan in the east, Mt. Inwangsan in the west, and Mt. Namsan in the south, refer to those which were originally inside the castle walls of the ancient capital of the Joseon Dynasty (1392-1910). The four outer mountains are Mt. Bukhansan in the north, Mt. Yongmasan in the east, Mt. Deogyangsan in the west, and Mt. Gwanaksan in the south. Each mountain has a unique beauty of its own while boasting natural scenic landscapes and spectacular views overlooking the city of Seoul. There are also numerous mountain springs that are clean to drink from and resting spots for people hiking along these mountain areas.
In Seoul, the must see attractions are the ancient royal palaces dating back to the Joseon Dynasty: Gyeongbokgung, Deoksugung, Changdeokgung, and Changgyeonggung. Jongmyo Shrine, the royal ancestral shrine of Joseon, along with Huwon (the Rear Garden), adjacent to Changdeokgung, are noted for their beautifully landscaped gardens and classical structures. One of the most popular areas for foreigners is Insa-dong, located near downtown Seoul, which is lined with antique shops, art galleries, traditional teahouses, and restaurants as well as bookstores. It is a place that beckons both casual shoppers and the serious collectors.
Insa-dong is one of the most visited places by foreigners.
Other attractions highly recommended for foreign visitors include the National Museum, the National Center for Korean Traditional Performing Arts, the Sejong Center for the Performing Arts, the Ho-Am Art Hall and Korea House. The National Museum of Contemporary Art in Gwacheon, a southern satellite town, also deserves a visit.
From Mt. Namsan Park, in the heart of Seoul, visitors can enjoy a panoramic view of the entire city from Seoul Tower, or view a recreation of traditional village.
There are an abundance of parks within and around Seoul, such as Olympic Park, Seoul Grand Park and Citizens' Forest, providing not only places to relax, but also a variety of walking, riding and cycling opportunities. These parks are among the hidden treasures of Seoul, enjoyed by residents but often missed by tourists.
Another experience visitors should definitely not pass up is a Korean dinner, either at a modern restaurant or a courtly Korean-style restaurant. Excellent Chinese and Japanese food is also available, as well as French, Italian, Mexican, Pakistani and many other cuisines.
Seoul also has an active nightlife with bars, cafes, and rooftop nightclubs. The fantastic night scenery of Seoul can be experienced through a river cruise along the Hangang River which meanders through the heart of the city.
-Extracted contents from the website of www.korea.net-