You look around and don’t fully recognise the landscape around you or your place in it. And think, “How the hell did I end up here?” Well, thats the kind of revelation I got after I explored the famous Gangnam area in Seoul. Tall buildings, lights, colors and fancy cars…what I expected. But, I also got to end my day barefoot in front of a 23 meters tall statue in a beautiful floral courtyard! A magical place that hides tranquility and peace right in the middle of the city. This …
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Seoul’s best Hike | La mejor caminata en Seúl
Few people associate a wired city like Seoul with nature, but 37 accessible mountains ring South Korea’s capital. Escaping to the great outdoors, is only a subway or bus ride away!Seoul’s highest peak, Baegundae, is a fun day hike. It’s located in Bukhansan National Park. The park’s famous trails lead not only to bird’s eye views of the city, but also past temples, fortress walls, and golden Buddha statues. Its a great way to discover this culture and enjoy a city escape destination! The rocky path requires strength, endurance, hiking …
Changdeokgung Palace, Korea
King Taejong ordered the construction of Changdeokgung (pictured) because he didn’t want to rule from Gyeongbokgung, where he killed half of his brothers. #inconvenient right? Recently this familial drama was broadcast in the soap opera “Eight Days, Assassination Attempts Against King Jeongjo” with, what I can only assume, were some epic K-pop ballads streaming through the background! Changdeokgung Palace, is set within a large park in Jongno-gu. It is one of the “Five Grand Palaces” built by the kings of the Joseon. Oh! And the blue tiles, that once were common in …