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South Korea Trip

We arrived late in Seoul, South Korea. It looked pretty overwhelming with all those skyscrapers and super busy streets.

First full day in Seoul and in South Korea. Started exploring around.

Visited Changdeokgung Palace, one of the Five Grand Palaces built by Joseon Dynasty kings. It is considered one of the most beautiful palaces in Seoul thanks to its garden and natural surroundings.

Stopped to eat at Namdaemun Market, Korea’s largest market. They say it's one of the best places to eat in Seoul.

Gwangjang Market is one of the oldest traditional Korean markets in the city

Of course we wanted to check the incredible view at the immensity of the city from N Seoul Tower, a 236-metre tower. It's indeed breathtaking.

One of the most interesting corners of the city is Bukchon Hanok Village, a village dating from 14th century with narrow streets and restored traditional homes. I declared it one of my favourite spots of Seoul.

Moved a bit to the south, in Suwon. Suwon is best known for the medieval fortress called Hwaseong Fortress.

After visiting Hwaseong Fortress, we went to Korean Folk Village. It's a beautiful place that contains numerous traditional houses from the countryside. A series of Korean movies were filmed within the village.

Left the busy Seoul to Andong

We visited a folk village in Adong as well, Andong Hahoe Folk Village. The traditional houses at Hahoe Folk Village date back from 16th century.

Night in Adong.

At Soju Museum, we found out how Korea’s national alcohol is made. Also tried some. :D

Bongjeongsa Temple is a beautiful Korean Buddhist wooden temple complex dating back to 672 AD. It lies in a beautiful landscape, at the foot of the Cheondeung Mountain and surrounded by forest.

We moved to beautiful coastal city og Gyeongju.

Tumuli Park - in the middle of the city - an ancient burial site. The tombs are covered by green mounds. One tomb is open to public.

one of the country’s most famous landmarks. The temple sits among pine forests and mountains.

Part of Bulguksa Temple, Seokguram Grotto is Buddhist cave temple. It is classified as National Treasure by South Korean Government.

Night in Gyeongju-Si.

Back to Seoul.