City
When you say Seoul (서울), most seasoned travelers and geographers correctly place it somewhere in South Korea as its capital. Yes, that's right. But it's also a diverse, fun place and an amazing mix of old and new, plus there's delicious food. So, what more could you ask for? There are plenty of attractions and things to do in Seoul. From temples and palaces to modern glass skyscrapers. Worth mentioning is Seorae Island, which lies adjacent to…
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Borders
The Korean Demilitarized Zone (almost exclusively abbreviated "DMZ") is a strip of land forming the border between South and North Korea roughly around the 38th parallel. It divides the Korean peninsula roughly in half. The two completely different worlds... [btn "Compare hotel prices in Seoul" https://www.booking.com/city/kr/seoul.en-gb.html?aid=2380460;label=p-jkorea-dmz] The DMZ extends from sea to sea, 250 km long, with about 2-4 km on…
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Fortress
The historic, extensive Hwaseong Fortification in Suwon (sometimes called Suwon Hwaseong) is one of Korea's most visited monuments. The system of forts and walls was built in the late 18th century during the Joseon Dynasty. [btn "Compare prices for flights to Seoul" https://skyscanner.pxf.io/c/1258062/1027991/13416?associateid=AFF_TRA_19354_00001&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.skyscanner.net] Hwaseong Fortification has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site…
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Jeju Island (제주도) can be reached by ferry (round trip costs approx. 5.500 krw). You can spend a whole day on the island, for example, enjoying the view of the highest point of the island - the Halla-san volcano - and even climb it. If you prefer to sit in a local restaurant, cafe or walk around the island, it's up to you. You can stay for several days and stay in a hotel or with locals.
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