Visit Seoul for a great collection of modern South Korean advancements and its rich and vibrant history and culture. Here is a list of Seoul attractions that should be on any travel plan.
Visit Gyeongbuk Palace
The grandest of the five palaces from the old kingdom, Gyeongbuk was destroyed in a fire during the Japanese occupation but every one of those 7000+ rooms were restored in the era of King Gojong. There are museums located centrally so you can learn all about the palace and the former royal families.
Myeongdong
Myeongdong is the place to go if you are looking for the best in fashion and skincare. There are many international brand name stores, street food stalls and the Myeondong special tonkatsu. (pork cutlet)
N Seoul Tower
Located on the top of Mount Namsan, it was opened in 1980 and has become an icon of the Seoul skyline. The observation deck gives you fantastic views of Seoul.
Bukchon Hanok Village
Perched between Gyeongbuk palace and Changdeok palace and is a village that has been preserved in its original traditional Korean houses and quality. It contains over 600 years of history and feels like a walk back in time.
Gwangjang Market
Gwangjang market is the best place to savour the delicious and popular Korean street food including bindaetteok, gimbap, sundae, tteokbeokki, fish cakes and much more. It is open across the week except on Sundays. You can get there in 7 minutes from Travelodge Dongdaemun on the 104 bus.
Auburn Silver is a travel writer who has a passion for fashion and a deep interest in admiring new and exotic attractions around the world. Google +
