What is so special about Seoul is that the old and the new co-exist seamlessly, making the city itself the most attractive travel place in Korea. Beautiful nature scenery, busy shopping district, silent time of appreciation are all available in this cosmopolitan city. Trazy presents a selection of major destinations that you must visit as a first timer in order to quickly master Seoul.
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Gyeongbokgung Palace 경복궁
Gyeongbokgung Palace is arguably the most beautiful and remains the grandest of all five palaces in Seoul.
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Bukhansan National Park 북한산 국립공원
Situated in the northern part of Seoul, Bukhansan mountain is the landmark natural scenery of Korea. Perfect to go hiking as well.
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Gwanghwamun Square 광화문 광장
The far stretched landmark plaza in front of the Gwanghwamun Gate where statues of King Sejong and Admiral Lee Sun Shin lie. It is considered one of the best landmarks in Seoul.
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Bukchon Hanok Village 북촌한옥마을
A village where you can see hundreds of truly Korean traditional houses called "hanok."
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Myeongdong 명동
Representative shopping district with thousands of the latest brand stores, two big departments stores (Lotte & Shinsegae) and shopping malls. Also a place to try many different kinds of Korean street food.
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Insadong Street 인사동
The mecca of Korean traditional culture and crafts. Stores in Insadong offers a wide variety of goods that are only available in Korea: hanbok (traditional clothing), hanji (traditional paper), traditional teas, pottery, and folk crafts.
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Hongdae (Hongik University Street) 홍대
A district of youth, vitality, indie music and art with a variety of little shops, restaurants, bars, clubs and cafes.
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Changdeokgung Palace 창덕궁
One of the five grand palaces of the Joseon Dynasty. Listed as a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site for its historical significance, simplicity and subtleness.
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Cheongdam-dong Luxury Fashion Street 청담동 명품 거리
A street filled with prestigious, luxury brands Louis Vuitton, Giorgio Armani, Gucci, Prada and more. It is also where major scenes of Korean TV drama "Cheongdamdong Alice" was taken.
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Dongdaemun Market 동대문 시장
Shopping market where you can find all sorts of trendy clothing, accessories and fabrics at a fairly cheap price. The fun part is negotiating the price withe the store owners. There are about 10 grand shopping malls, each with more than 100 stores inside.
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Gangnam station area 강남역
Representative district of "Gangnam"- the southern part of Seoul or the bottom part of Han River. Yes, that Gangnam in the song- Gangnam Style. It is a district filled with all kinds of entertainment. The night is always forever young in here.
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Garosugil (Sinsadong) 가로수길
Meaning "A street of trees," it's a popular upscale shopping and eating district in Sinsa-dong, Gangnam. Along the ginkgo tree lined street are picturesque designer clothing shops, coffee shops and restaurants.
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Gwangjang Market 광장시장
A must go local market for foodies. It has a famous food stall area where a lot of street vendors and stalls offer a variety of local food such as bindaetteok (pancake), gimbab (rice roll) and yukhoe (raw beef).
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National Museum of Korea 국립중앙박물관
The largest national museum in Korea where you can appreciate all kinds of national assets of Korea from ancient days to modern era.
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Jongmyo Shrine 종묘
Built by the first king and founding father of the Joseon Dynasty, Lee Seong Gye(1355-1408), Jongmyo is a Confucian shrine dedicated to the spirits of Joseon kings and queens. Listed as a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage.
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N Seoul Tower N서울타워 (남산타워)
Best observatory tower to see a panoramic view of Seoul. Especially beautiful at night. There is also a revolving restaurant (one rotation every 48mins) that offers a magnificent view while dining.
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Cheonggyecheon Stream 청계천
A stream of natural beauty located in the middle of the busy city. Take a stroll along the stream especially during Spring and Summer when flowers and trees blossom. Seoul Lantern Festival is held here every November.
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The War Memorial of Korea 전쟁기념관
It was once the headquarters of the Korean Infantry. The largest war memorial in the world. Exhibits the history and remnants of the June 25 Korean War.
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