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Showing posts with label Seoul. Show all posts

Incheon International Airport



Incheon International Airport

Incheon International Airport is the largest airport in South Korea, the primary airport serving the Seoul Capital Area, and one of the largest and busiest airports in the world. Since 2005, it has been rated the best airport worldwide by Airports Council International every year. It is also rated as the world's cleanest airport and the world's best international transit airport by Skytrax.

Lotte World Tower


Lotte World Tower

Now South Korea has its own iconic high rise, named Lotte World Tower. It is a 123 floors spanning 555 meters, just surpassing One World Trade Center of New York City. It has cemented itself as the tallest of the OECD and is currently placed 5th tallest building in the world. The tower offers a majestic view of Seoul, with world's highest glass-bottomed observation deck in a building.

Insadong Street Souvenirs


Insadong is a dong, or neighborhood of the Jongno-gu district of the South Korean city of Seoul. If you’re planning on buying traditional goods, head to Insadong.


Some are art stuff such as Dojang or Korean Seal, Korean characters written or mirror. The main street is Insadong-gil, which is connected to a multitude of alleys that lead deeper into the district.


There are lots of other things you can find in this shopping street.  At one time it was the largest market for antiques and artworks in Korea. 

Seoul Lantern Festival


Seoul Lantern Festival

 The Seoul Lantern Festival take place at from Cheonggye Plaza to Supyogyo Bridge which is span of 1.2 km. The theme of the even is on historic Hangang River illuminated through light. It tells the story of the city's history dating back 2000 years through history and Hangang River as the lifeline of Seoul.

World Trade Centre


World Trade Centre in Seoul, South Korea

The busy city gives way to a temple in the distance. To your back are the mega shopping complex called COEX, the World Trade Center and huge skyscrapers reflecting the sun's light back down to earth. The streets are loud with the flow of traffic. You walk up towards the temple gates and the noise of the city starts to fade. The bright colors of the temple focus your eyes and you hear monks chanting in the background. You hear birds chirping and are surrounded by trees. You are in a place outside of the city while never having left it. You are in Bongeunsa Temple.

If you are looking for a bit of culture, an adventure and an experience then this is the place for you. It is located a short walk from the subway station and entertainment locations all while preserving its aura of peace and tranquillity. Don't miss out and check this place out!

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