Seoul Off The Beaten Path

althoug my favorite souvenir items around my travels are the usual fridge magnets and shot glasses, I usually get some odd and interesting souvenir items as...

At the base of Namsan, between the Korean National Theater and Dongguk University, stands a large monument that is rarely documented on the internet from what I...

The Dongsibjagak Watchtower stands at The Southeastern Corner of Gyeongbokgung Palace. When the great palace was constructed, watchtowers we constructed at the...

Seoul Kyodong Elementary School was established in 1894 as the first elementary school in the country. The school was established under the reign of King Gojong...

Near the entrance to Seodaemun Independence Park in Seoul, stand two old towers that appear to be ruins. These are all that remains from the former gate called...

Jeong-dong Street was the first international neighborhood in Seoul, and it was known among Westerners as Legation Street. Located behind the royal residence of...

The Russian Legation was constructed in Seoul in 1890, and it played a key part in Korean history over the coming years. It was taken over by the Soviet Union...

The Appenzeller Noble Memorial Museum (배재학당 역사 박물관) is a small attraction behind Deoksugung...

Jungmyeongjeon Hall was built in a residential area behind Deoksugung, but was included in the palace when it was expanded in 1897. Jungmyeongjeon is now...

The new international airport is far from Seoul, though you can get to the centre of Seoul easily by public transport. As we arrived late, we stayed in the part...

I think Itaewon is one of the worst places in Seoul. It is overrun by foreigners. It is full of bar girls looking to make a quick dollar any way they can. It is...

Pimatgol (피맛골) is a narrow allow in Jogno that runs through Insadong. The name Pimatgol is literally translated as "avoid horse alley"...

I almost forgot to mention about this unexpected experience as we made our way out of Changdeukgong Palace. We were surprised to see crowded people on a small...

The Myeongdong Cathedral is said to be the biggest church in Seoul. There are 10 Masses held every Sunday, all in Korean except the 9 am one which is in...

Chongdong Theater was established in 1995 and has been working as a bridge between traditional and modern culture in Korea ever since.Built as a reproduction of...

If you're looking for a special way to enhance your visit to Seoul or simply like to surprise your partner with a lasting experience, try the new movie...

I went hiking the other day, in the mountainous area behind my new apartment. Was exploring, just to see where the local trails went... Imagine my surprise to...

The autumn colours in Seoul and the rest of South Korea is very beautiful and not to be missed. If you want to see the autumn colours at their best, a good time...

If you are a bit into the history of Korea, a DMZ Tour might be something for you. Though, I have to say that usually the Korean Tourguides give you only their...