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What to Do in South Korea

Things to Do in Seoul: Find the Hidden Gems

Things to Do in Seoul: Find the Hidden Gems

Visiting Seoul can be more than visiting the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) or gazing out into a sea of people and neon street signs. The capital of South Korea, Seoul, is a fascinating place where culture and history come alive on every corner of the city.Travellers are thoroughly delighted with the number of things to do in Seoul which are out of the ordinary - visit a Buddhist Temple, ride a cable car, indulge in scrumptious street food as well as peer into the past at one of the many ancient historic palaces, you can even dress like a traditional South Korean! One thing is for sure, you need not worry about what to do in Seoul because there is a plethora of exhilarating things to do in Seoul. Here are the 13 top things to do in Seoul in no particular order along with some top tips.

Things To Do in South Korea

Things To Do in South Korea

Have you ever dreamed of walking through an ancient village wearing traditional clothing or indulging in some of the finest street cuisine in the world? Perhaps you are dreaming of a pristine beach or spending the night with Buddhist monks? You can keep your dream alive and accomplish all of the above by visiting the Land of the Morning Calm better known as South Korea. A country steeped in tradition and ancient cultures, travellers will be thrilled with the plethora of things to do in South Korea.South Korea brings an incredible appetite of meaningful attractions to the table that ranges from visiting the pristine Jeju-si Island to the neon lit streets of Seoul to the hipper beach attitude of Busan. Travellers smile while walking through gardens with 500-year old trees, meditating at a 14th century Buddhist temple and viewing traditional hanok architecture at every turn of the head. The mixture of ancient and present-day culture permeates through the busy streets whether you want to shop, visit a palace or take a bicycle ride through the countryside. Here are 16 things to do in South Korea to keep you busy exploring the exciting landscape it has to offer. 

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