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The South Korean metropolis has some of Asia’s busiest markets and nightlife districts alongside tranquil teahouses and palaces surrounded by gardens.

Learn about the history of war in Korea, marvel at the vast range of military hardware on display and pay your respects to the many lives lost in war. 

Experience the serenity and festival atmosphere of this colorful temple, which is the spiritual heart of Zen Buddhism in Korea. 

With one of Asia’s biggest underground malls, sky-high buildings and international brands, this glitzy Seoul district is also the unlikely home of several historic sites.

Visit a small and tranquil royal palace with beautiful details that have been carefully reconstructed in the traditional Joseon Dynasty style.

Visit a small and tranquil royal palace with beautiful details that have been carefully reconstructed in the traditional Joseon Dynasty style.

Marvel as natural light illuminates the galleries of this contemporary museum building, which houses thousands of ancient and valuable Korean objects. 

Experience the serenity and festival atmosphere of this colorful temple, which is the spiritual heart of Zen Buddhism in Korea. 

If you are true sports fan, visit this special museum about the history of the Olympic Games and the highlights of the unforgettable 1988 Summer Olympics.

Learn about the history of war in Korea, marvel at the vast range of military hardware on display and pay your respects to the many lives lost in war. 

This central Seoul district offers shopping and culture with traditional Korean art, antiques, and crafts.

This central Seoul district offers shopping and culture with traditional Korean art, antiques, and crafts.

Visit a small and tranquil royal palace with beautiful details that have been carefully reconstructed in the traditional Joseon Dynasty style.

The South Korean metropolis has some of Asia’s busiest markets and nightlife districts alongside tranquil teahouses and palaces surrounded by gardens.

Experience the serenity and festival atmosphere of this colorful temple, which is the spiritual heart of Zen Buddhism in Korea.