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Travel Home > Directory > Destinations > Asia > South Korea > Seoul
Seoul. Pop. 10,297,004. Currency South Korean Won. Language Korean. Time Zone – GMT + 9 hours. Airport Incheon ICN. Best Time to go – Spring and Autumn. Seoul is the capital and largest city of South Korea. It is also the third most populous metropolitan area in the world, after Greater Tokyo and Mexico City. Seoul is located in the north-west and is split by the Han River. The city is bordered by eight mountains, as well as the level lands of the Han River plain. Seoul suffers from frequent traffic jams, but visitors can get to most places via the subway system. The city is home to 5 major palaces including: Gyeongbokgung - Seoul's grandest palace and the seat of power for centuries, and Changdeokgung – the seat of power between 1618-1896. Other places to see include: Boramae Park, Mt. Namsan Park, Yangjae Citizen's Forest, Mount Inwang Shrine, Namdaemun – the great south gate, Seodaemun Prison, and COEX – very large mall complex. Visitor activities include: betting at the Seoul horse-racing track, visiting Everland the Korean version of Disney, taking part in Tae Kwon Do - the martial art which originated in Korea. For the shoppers Seoul has a number of markets such as: Namdaemun - The largest traditional street market in Korea, Insadong - known for its art galleries and souvenir shops, and Yongsan Electronics Market.
Seoul Hotels Reservation including – Itaewon Hotels, Gangnam-gu Hotels, Intramuros Hotels, Shilla Hotel, Westin Chosun Hotel, JW Marriott Hotel and Sejong Hotel.
Situated in a highly convenient location, the Renaissance Hotel boasts an array of modern facilities and great amenities. This 24-story accommodation offers 547 guestrooms with standard amenities. Every guestroom offers full amenities, including mini bar, in-house movies, non-smoking rooms, air conditioning and trouser press. For guests' convenience, this wonderful Seoul hotel offers car rental, city transfer, babysitting, restaurant and 24 hour room service.
Open source travel guide to Seoul, featuring up-to-date information on attractions, hotels, restaurants, nightlife, travel tips and more.
Incheon International Airport is the hub for Korean Air, Asiana Airlines, and Cargo 360. The airport opened for business in early 2001, replacing the international function of the old Gimpo Airport.
South Korea directory with tour and travel-related information including map and photos for Seoul City.
Tour2Korea.com is the official Korea Tourism Organization's travel guide. Includes Seoul City facts, National Parks, Theme Tours, What to Eat, Shopping in Seoul, Taekwondo and more.
Seoul Daily and analysis on current events, Seoul business, finance, economy, sports and more. Searchable news in 35 languages from WorldNews Network and other international agencies.
An Insider's Guide to shopping, restaurants and nightlife in Seoul, South Korea. Korean culture and expat life in Seoul.
Internet based English newspaper for foreigners and visitors in Seoul, South Korea.
