{"id":10793,"date":"2022-08-26T16:49:43","date_gmt":"2022-08-26T15:49:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.wendywutours.co.uk\/blog\/?p=10793"},"modified":"2022-08-26T16:49:51","modified_gmt":"2022-08-26T15:49:51","slug":"you-gotta-have-seoul-a-quick-guide-to-south-koreas-capital","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.wendywutours.co.uk\/blog\/south-korea\/you-gotta-have-seoul-a-quick-guide-to-south-koreas-capital\/","title":{"rendered":"You Gotta Have Seoul: A Quick Guide to South Korea’s Capital"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

South Korea’s dynamic capital is a melting pot of the old \u2013 Buddhist temples, palaces and street markets, and the new \u2013 shining skyscrapers, shopping malls and pop culture. For anyone considering a holiday to South Korea<\/a> – which everyone should – here are our top picks of sensational Seoul’s highlights:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Seoul Tower<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Standing at 236 metres with a 360-degree panoramic view of Seoul \u2013 this is one view you don\u2019t want to miss. Don\u2019t forget to also try the Sky Restroom which is located in the observation deck with breathtaking views.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Gyeongbok Palace<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Gyeongbok Palace was the main royal palace of the Joseon Dynasty, built in 1395. The palace has been rebuilt after destruction several times and today houses two museums, ornamental gardens and some of Seoul\u2019s most outstanding architectural sights.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Shop til you drop!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Myeongdong Street is a shopping mecca with many stores open until 11pm. You can find all sorts of items including cosmetics, clothes, and popular dining options. Not only is Myeongdong a popular retail precinct, it is also Seoul\u2019s commercial, banking, and culture hub.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Insadong Antique Alley<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Experience traditional Korean culture and art in Insadong Street. Stretching over 700m, stores here specialise in a wide variety of Korean goods including Chima Jeogori (traditional clothing), hanji (traditional paper), hahoe masks, teas, pottery and folk crafts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Street Food<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Street food is one of the best ways to experience the local culture and Seoul is no exception. Try Gangjeong, Korean fried chicken coated with a sweet soy sauce or Buchimgae, a delicious pancake with seafood and kimchi. Gyeran-ppang is a popular street snack consisting of a light, fluffy sweet bread with a whole egg inside or if you love spicy food you should definitely try Tteokbokki, stir-fried rice cakes marinated with Korean traditional spices.<\/p>\n\n\n

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