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Things to do in and around Seoul

Seoul, South Korea

Seoul by Andrew and Annemarie

Situated on the Han River, Seoul's history stretches back more than 2,000 years when it was founded in 18 BCE by Baekje, one of the Three Kingdoms of Korea. It continued as the capital of Korea under the Joseon Dynasty. The Seoul Capital Area contains 5 UNESCO World Heritage Sites: Changdeok Palace, Hwaseong Fortress, Jongmyo Shrine, Namhansanseong and the Royal Tombs of the Joseon Dynasty. Seoul is surrounded by mountains, the tallest being Mt. Bukhan, the world's most visited national park per square foot.
Historic Center, Seoul

People in 대학로 by Hyunwoo Sun
Bongeunsa Temple, Seoul

Bongeunsa Temple #11 by Scott Morris
Changdeokgung Palace, Seoul

Changdeokgung Seoul, Korea by Benny Han
War Memorial of Korea, Seoul

47288-Seoul by xiquinhosilva
Day trip to Namhansanseong Provincial Park

IMG_0251 by Nam-ho Park
Day trip to Bomunsa Temple

Bomunsa Temple, Seokmodo Island by Eduardo M. C.
National Museum of Korea, Seoul

National Museum of Korea by Sarah Kim
Gyeongbokgung, Seoul

Gyeongbokgung - Seoul by Michael Loke
National Palace Museum of Korea, Seoul

National Palace Museum of Korea by Rocky A
Deoksugung, Seoul

Deoksugung Palace by Kimmo Räisänen
Day trip to Nami Island

Nami Island candids by RICO Lee
Day trip to Silleuksa Temple

Yeoju temple by Hajo Schatz
Gwanghwamun Square, Seoul

Gwanghwamun by Bailey Cheng
Jongmyo Shrine, Seoul

Jongmyo Shrine by scottgunn
Mount Namsan, Seoul

Gyeongju, Mount Namsan by MacKensie Cornelius
National Folk Museum of Korea, Seoul

Seoul, Korea by Alejandro
Day trip to Korean Folk Village

Korean Folk Village by Niel Bornstein
Day trip to Jeondeungsa Temple

South Korea_343 by Brian Negin
Changgyeonggung, Seoul

Changgyeonggung by Miguel Luaces
Seoul Tower

Seoul Tower from Namsan Park by travel oriented
Insadong, Seoul

Insadong by Mario Sánchez Prada
Bukchon, Seoul

Bukchon - Seoul by Rich & Cheryl
Day trip to Everland Theme Park

Korea Everland by Walter Lim
Day trip to Chamseongdan Altar

Chamseongdan Altar - Manisan (1) by Kyle Magnuson

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Night life Food Culture Historic 3 nightsSun. Mar 23 - Wed. Mar 26

Situated on the Han River, Seoul's history stretches back more than 2,000 years when it was founded in 18 BCE by Baekje, one of the Three Kingdoms of Korea. It continued as the capital of Korea under the Joseon Dynasty. The Seoul Capital Area contains 5 UNESCO World Heritage Sites: Changdeok Palace, Hwaseong Fortress, Jongmyo Shrine, Namhansanseong and the Royal Tombs of the Joseon Dynasty. Seoul is surrounded by mountains, the tallest being Mt. Bukhan, the world's most visited national park per square foot.

South Korea's bustling capital boasts a distinctly modern atmosphere, as well as incredible cuisine, nightlife, museums, and rich history.

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Top rated attractions in Seoul, South Korea from TripAdvisor

Things to do in and around Gangneung

Gangneung, South Korea

Co-Gangneung-Gyeongpoho-Lac (10) by Jacques Beaulieu

Gangneung is a city in Gangwon-do, on the east coast of South Korea. Gangneung is the economic center of the Yeongdong region of Gangwon Province. Gangneung has many tourist attractions, such as Jeongdongjin, a very popular area for watching the sun rise, and Gyeongpo Beach. There are a number of historical remains and museums in Gangneung. The most prominent being the Ojukheon Museum, which includes one of the oldest wooden buildings in Korea. Several shrines and old residential buildings deliver insight into the lives of local Koreans dignitaries. Next to the Ojukheon Museum there is the Gangneung Municipal Museum which shows folklore and antique pieces from the history of the city.
Historic Center, Gangneung

c16-Gangneung-Tour-Samcheok (3) by Jacques Beaulieu
Gyeongpodae Pavilion, Gangneung

City Hall Pagoda by paka808
Ojukheon House, Gangneung

5000원 by 黒忍者
Haslla Art World, Gangneung

하슬라아트월드 by Meryl Ko
Day trip to Sinheungsa Temple

Sinheungsa Temple by Chris and Katie Howell
Day trip to Seoraksan National Park

Seoraksan by Joe Coyle
Gyeongpo Beach, Gangneung

IMG_0451 by Turner
Day trip to Gwongeumseong Fortress

KR-36 by yeung ming
Day trip to Odaesan National Park

Odaesan by Joe Coyle
Day trip to Geumganggul Cave

Geumganggul Cave by Young Sok Yun 윤영석
Day trip to Cheongpyeongsa Temple

Cheongpyeongsa-6 by joonyoung kim

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Gangneung

South Korea, Gwandong region

Beaches Active Night life Nature Culture 2 nightsWed. Mar 26 - Fri. Mar 28

Gangneung is a city in Gangwon-do, on the east coast of South Korea. Gangneung is the economic center of the Yeongdong region of Gangwon Province. Gangneung has many tourist attractions, such as Jeongdongjin, a very popular area for watching the sun rise, and Gyeongpo Beach. There are a number of historical remains and museums in Gangneung. The most prominent being the Ojukheon Museum, which includes one of the oldest wooden buildings in Korea. Several shrines and old residential buildings deliver insight into the lives of local Koreans dignitaries. Next to the Ojukheon Museum there is the Gangneung Municipal Museum which shows folklore and antique pieces from the history of the city.

A city that has it all, Gangneung is known for its beautiful beaches and coastal nature, modern museums, and a wealth of historic sites.

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Top rated attractions in Gangneung, South Korea from TripAdvisor

Things to do in and around Andong

Andong, South Korea

도산서원 by Eugene Kim

Andong is a city in South Korea, and the capital of North Gyeongsang Province. The Nakdong River flows through the city. Andong is a market center for the surrounding agricultural areas. Andong is known as a center of culture and folk traditions. The surrounding area maintains many ancient traditions, so in mid October the Andong Folk Festival is held every year. One of the most famous aspects of these cultural festivities are the Andong masks. Andong has famous local foods that originated in the city such as heotjesabap, Andong jjimdak, Andong soju (a rice wine), Andong sikhye (a punch), Geonjin guksu (a noodle dish), and salted mackerel.
Dosan Seowon, Andong

도산서원 by Eugene Kim
Imcheonggak House, Andong

퇴계태실 by Eugene Kim
Historic Center, Andong

Andong by hiroki toyosaki
Rock-carved Standing Buddha, Andong

IMG_7576 by ed
Day trip to Hahoe Folk Village

Hahoe home by ~Mers
Day trip to Donghwasa Temple

Co-Daegu-Parc Palgongsan-Temple Donghwasan (14) by Jacques Beaulieu
Traditional Culture Contents Museum, Andong

Andong Mask Festival by Paul B.
Andong Soju Museum

Soju by Peter Garnhum
Day trip to Bongjeongsa Temple

IMG_7527 by ed
Day trip to Byeongsanseowon Confucian Academy

byeongsan seowon by adam nicholson

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Andong

South Korea, Yeongnam region

Culture Historic Food Small towns 1 nightFri. Mar 28 - Sat. Mar 29

Andong is a city in South Korea, and the capital of North Gyeongsang Province. The Nakdong River flows through the city. Andong is a market center for the surrounding agricultural areas. Andong is known as a center of culture and folk traditions. The surrounding area maintains many ancient traditions, so in mid October the Andong Folk Festival is held every year. One of the most famous aspects of these cultural festivities are the Andong masks. Andong has famous local foods that originated in the city such as heotjesabap, Andong jjimdak, Andong soju (a rice wine), Andong sikhye (a punch), Geonjin guksu (a noodle dish), and salted mackerel.

With cultural attractions in and near the city, as well as great traditional food, Andong is favored by local and foreign travelers.

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Top rated attractions in Andong, South Korea from TripAdvisor

Things to do in and around Gyeongju

Gyeongju, South Korea

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Gyeongju was the capital of the ancient kingdom of Silla (57 BC – 935 AD) which ruled about two-thirds of the Korean Peninsula between the 7th and 9th centuries. A vast number of archaeological sites and cultural properties from this period remain in the city. Gyeongju is often referred to as "the museum without walls". Among such historical treasures, Seokguram grotto, Bulguksa temple, Gyeongju Historic Areas and Yangdong Folk Village are designated as World Heritage Sites by UNESCO. The many major historical sites have helped Gyeongju become one of the most popular tourist destinations in South Korea.
Historic Center, Gyeongju

Gyeongju, South Korea by GothPhil
Bulguksa Temple, Gyeongju

Gyeongju DSC02760 Korea by Ian Cochrane
Gyeongju National Museum

The Gyeongju National Museum by buck82
Tumuli Park Gyeongju

Daereung-won Tumuli Park -- Gyeongju by adam nicholson
Day trip to Yangdong Folk Village

Yangdong, Gyeongju, South Korea by yeowatzup
Day trip to Donghwasa Temple

Co-Daegu-Parc Palgongsan-Temple Donghwasan (14) by Jacques Beaulieu
Gyeongju National Park

IMG_0344.jpg by Tom Page
Gyeongju Historic Area

Gyeongju by Mark & Emma Hambleton & Dolan
Gyochon Traditional Village, Gyeongju

Bulguksa by wizardbearr
Seokguram Grotto, Gyeongju

seokguram grotto by maximillian_schaffhausen
Day trip to Seokbulsa Temple (Stone Buddha Temple)

Seokbulsa Temple by Alex LA
Day trip to Bulguksa Temple

Bulguksa Temple by Arian Zwegers
Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond, Gyeongju

Anapji Pond, Korea by Jason Teale
Cheomseongdae, Gyeongju

IMG_7914 by ed
Bomun Lake, Gyeongju

Bomun Lake by Wanki Lee
Gyerim Forest, Gyeongju

사진 036 by Steve Slep
Day trip to Golgulsa Temple

Golgulsa Temple (골굴사), South Korea by Jirka Matousek
Day trip to Busan

Busan by Mark & Emma Hambleton & Dolan

South Korea's second-largest metropolis is a thriving port, offering its visitors great shopping, temples, museums, and great food.

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Gyeongju

South Korea, Yeongnam region

Historic Food Culture Nature 2 nightsSat. Mar 29 - Mon. Mar 31

Gyeongju was the capital of the ancient kingdom of Silla (57 BC – 935 AD) which ruled about two-thirds of the Korean Peninsula between the 7th and 9th centuries. A vast number of archaeological sites and cultural properties from this period remain in the city. Gyeongju is often referred to as "the museum without walls". Among such historical treasures, Seokguram grotto, Bulguksa temple, Gyeongju Historic Areas and Yangdong Folk Village are designated as World Heritage Sites by UNESCO. The many major historical sites have helped Gyeongju become one of the most popular tourist destinations in South Korea.

With many historic landmarks and cultural venues, this metropolis is favored by local and international travelers alike.

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Top rated attractions in Gyeongju, South Korea from TripAdvisor

Things to do in and around Tongyeong

Tongyeong, South Korea

c16-Tongyeong-auberge (4) by Jacques Beaulieu

Tongyeong is a coastal city in South Gyeongsang Province, South Korea. It was formerly known as Chungmu, after the posthumous name of Admiral Yi Sun-sin. The name Tongyeong means "command post" and is itself associated with Admiral Yi, as it refers to his principal base that was located on nearby Hansan Island. There are several famous food in Tongyeong. Chungmu gimbab ko and Ggulbbang. Tongyeong is situated in the southern tip of Goseong peninsula and its three sides are surrounded by the sea. It consists of 41 inhabited and 110 uninhabited islands. Tongyeong Port, the east gate of Hallyeo Marine National Park, is referred to as the most beautiful port in South Korea.
Historic Center, Tongyeong

c16-Tongyeong-Baie-Hansan (4) by Jacques Beaulieu
Chungnyeolsa Temple, Tongyeong

Tongyeongsi_20141125_24 by Republic of Korea
Yi Sun-Sin Park, Tongyeong

c16-Tongyeong-Baie-Hansan (3) by Jacques Beaulieu
Dongpirang Village, Tongyeong

Tongyeongsi_20141125_36 by Republic of Korea
Day trip to Busan

Busan by Mark & Emma Hambleton & Dolan

South Korea's second-largest metropolis is a thriving port, offering its visitors great shopping, temples, museums, and great food.
Day trip to Seokbulsa Temple (Stone Buddha Temple)

Seokbulsa Temple by Alex LA
Day trip to Hyangiram Hermitage

Bodhisattva's Thousand Arms by Walter
Day trip to Geumjeongsanseong Fortress

금정산성 Geumjeongsanseong by Jens-Olaf Walter

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Tongyeong

South Korea, Yeongnam region

Nature Active Food Small towns 1 nightMon. Mar 31 - Tue. Apr 01

Tongyeong is a coastal city in South Gyeongsang Province, South Korea. It was formerly known as Chungmu, after the posthumous name of Admiral Yi Sun-sin. The name Tongyeong means "command post" and is itself associated with Admiral Yi, as it refers to his principal base that was located on nearby Hansan Island. There are several famous food in Tongyeong. Chungmu gimbab ko and Ggulbbang. Tongyeong is situated in the southern tip of Goseong peninsula and its three sides are surrounded by the sea. It consists of 41 inhabited and 110 uninhabited islands. Tongyeong Port, the east gate of Hallyeo Marine National Park, is referred to as the most beautiful port in South Korea.

Home to several excellent parks, historic sites, and more, Tongyeong is famous for its proximity to many stunning islands.

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Top rated attractions in Tongyeong, South Korea from TripAdvisor

Things to do in and around Jeonju

Jeonju, South Korea

South Korean cityscape by Mandala Travel

Jeonju is a city in South Korea, and the capital of North Jeolla Province. It is a city that has a mix of both urban and rural due to the closeness of nearby Wanju County which almost entirely surrounds Jeonju. Nearby Wanju County also has many people living there who work in Jeonju, proper. The name, Jeonju literally means "Perfect Area." Jeonju was chosen as a Creative Cities for Gastronomy as part of UNESCO's Creative Cities Network. This honor recognize the city's traditional home cooking handed down through generations over thousands of years, its active public and private food research, a system of nurturing talented chefs, and its hosting of distinctive local food festivals.
Jeonju Hanok Village

Jeonju hanok village by Haeni Kim
Historic Center, Jeonju

Jeonju by Eduardo M. C.
Gyeonggijeon Shrine, Jeonju

A Day in Jeonju by US Army Garrison Red Cloud - Casey
Omokdae and Imokdae, Jeonju

A Day in Jeonju by US Army Garrison Red Cloud - Casey
Day trip to Haeinsa Temple

P8143148 by Rachel Patterson
Day trip to Magoksa Temple

Magoksa Temple (5) by Kyle Magnuson
Royal Portrait Museum, Jeonju

IMG_3297 by Kevin Sato
Hanbyeokdang Pavilion, Jeonju

Jeonju- Hanbyeokdang by Republic of Korea
Pungnammun Gate, Jeonju

Jeonju (1) by Ben Kucinski
Jeondong Cathedral, Jeonju

Jeonju, Jeondong Cathedral. by Seyong Back
Day trip to Gongju

Blick auf Gongju by Alain

Formerly the capital of the Baekje Kingdom, this ancient Korean town features excellent museums and the famous Tomb of King Muryeong.
Day trip to Songnisan National Park

Songnisan National Park by Joe Coyle
Day trip to Mudeungsan Mountain National Park

무등산 (Mudeungsan) 2014년 7월 27일 by 영철 이
Day trip to Naejangsan National Park

P1100732 by Jordan and Marisa Magnuson

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Jeonju

South Korea, Honam region

Food Historic Culture Night life 2 nightsTue. Apr 01 - Thu. Apr 03

Jeonju is a city in South Korea, and the capital of North Jeolla Province. It is a city that has a mix of both urban and rural due to the closeness of nearby Wanju County which almost entirely surrounds Jeonju. Nearby Wanju County also has many people living there who work in Jeonju, proper. The name, Jeonju literally means "Perfect Area." Jeonju was chosen as a Creative Cities for Gastronomy as part of UNESCO's Creative Cities Network. This honor recognize the city's traditional home cooking handed down through generations over thousands of years, its active public and private food research, a system of nurturing talented chefs, and its hosting of distinctive local food festivals.

Combining urban chic with rural charm, this city offers museums, temples, cultural curios, and easy access to surrounding nature.

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Top rated attractions in Jeonju, South Korea from TripAdvisor

Things to do in and around Seoul

Seoul, South Korea

Seoul by Andrew and Annemarie

Situated on the Han River, Seoul's history stretches back more than 2,000 years when it was founded in 18 BCE by Baekje, one of the Three Kingdoms of Korea. It continued as the capital of Korea under the Joseon Dynasty. The Seoul Capital Area contains 5 UNESCO World Heritage Sites: Changdeok Palace, Hwaseong Fortress, Jongmyo Shrine, Namhansanseong and the Royal Tombs of the Joseon Dynasty. Seoul is surrounded by mountains, the tallest being Mt. Bukhan, the world's most visited national park per square foot.
Historic Center, Seoul

People in 대학로 by Hyunwoo Sun
Bongeunsa Temple, Seoul

Bongeunsa Temple #11 by Scott Morris
Changdeokgung Palace, Seoul

Changdeokgung Seoul, Korea by Benny Han
War Memorial of Korea, Seoul

47288-Seoul by xiquinhosilva
Day trip to Namhansanseong Provincial Park

IMG_0251 by Nam-ho Park
Day trip to Bomunsa Temple

Bomunsa Temple, Seokmodo Island by Eduardo M. C.
National Museum of Korea, Seoul

National Museum of Korea by Sarah Kim
Gyeongbokgung, Seoul

Gyeongbokgung - Seoul by Michael Loke
National Palace Museum of Korea, Seoul

National Palace Museum of Korea by Rocky A
Deoksugung, Seoul

Deoksugung Palace by Kimmo Räisänen
Day trip to Nami Island

Nami Island candids by RICO Lee
Day trip to Silleuksa Temple

Yeoju temple by Hajo Schatz

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Seoul

South Korea, Sudogwon region

Night life Food Culture Historic 1 nightThu. Apr 03 - Fri. Apr 04

Situated on the Han River, Seoul's history stretches back more than 2,000 years when it was founded in 18 BCE by Baekje, one of the Three Kingdoms of Korea. It continued as the capital of Korea under the Joseon Dynasty. The Seoul Capital Area contains 5 UNESCO World Heritage Sites: Changdeok Palace, Hwaseong Fortress, Jongmyo Shrine, Namhansanseong and the Royal Tombs of the Joseon Dynasty. Seoul is surrounded by mountains, the tallest being Mt. Bukhan, the world's most visited national park per square foot.

South Korea's bustling capital boasts a distinctly modern atmosphere, as well as incredible cuisine, nightlife, museums, and rich history.

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Top rated attractions in Seoul, South Korea from TripAdvisor

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