South Korea

South Korea travel inspiration. In depth looks at beautiful Korean locations through photographs, essential visiting information, cultural insight, and first hand stories.

Cheonggyecheon

Cheonggyecheon Stream in Seoul, South Korea

The metropolis of Seoul, South Korea is an exciting mix of modernity and tradition. Amidst the skyscrapers and high rises are little oases of nature and tranquility. One such place of beautiful calm traces it’s way elegantly right through downtown. Though it may seem like just a humble body of water, Cheonggyecheon stream is a […]

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Boseong Green Tea Fields

The Boseong Green Tea Fields

Many who visit South Korea never venture past the dynamic city of Seoul. While Seoul has enough diversity of beauty and experiences to fill any trip to the brim, there is so much to discover in the rest of the country. One of my most charming day trips from the country’s famous capital was to

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To Seoul, With Love

Our journeys can start from the smallest sparks of inspiration: a movie, a book, a photograph, a song. In the Spring of 2019, I followed my little trail of inspiration across the ocean to a place that a few years prior, I probably couldn’t have even pointed out on a map: the Land of Morning

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More Free Experiences in Seoul

Namsangol Hanok Village

Welcome! This is part two following my first list of free experiences in Seoul, South Korea, so check out that first installment if you haven’t already! As I’ve continued exploring this incredible city, I just kept discovering more great free things to do, so I made a new list! I’ll just keep updating this list

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Alleys of South Korea

View of the sunset over Hanoks in Seoul, South Korea

You can find some of the most beautiful corners of a country by veering off the beaten path and this is certainly true of South Korea. I have endlessly enjoyed stepping away from the main roads to explore the beautiful Korean side streets. Like many travelers, I can’t resist snapping countless shots on a trip.

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Amazing Views in Seoul

The beautiful night view of Seoul from Namsan Tower

Seoul, South Korea is such a dynamic city to explore. One of the best things about Seoul is its varied landscape and architecture. It is situated in dramatically mountainous terrain and boasts both towering modern high-rise apartments and charming traditional villages. There are truly countless places in Seoul to get lost staring at a picturesque

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Ungilsan

Farms near Ungilsan Station

If you ride the Gyeongui-Jungang subway line just over an hour from the center of Seoul, you will reach Ungilsan station. This spontaneous little excursion from the hustle and bustle of downtown became one of my favorite memories in Korea. While the excitement of the major cities is what attracts many to South Korea, travelers

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