Experienced travelers note that staying in Seoul for a long time is not worth it - you can get used to futuristic "gadgets" and returning to the dull "present" with helicopter platforms absent on the roofs of the houses will be very painful .And while you are still here, that is, there - in the "future", look around with your eyes to avoid missing anything, and be sure to go to one of the two viewing platforms: on a television tower with a rotating restaurant or on a skyscraper with the spoken name " Skyscraper "63" ».How many in the last floors - we will not prompt, but how much kilogram of pure gold left only for window tinting, in secret we will inform: more than 5 kg .Well, the most fascinating in Seoul, perhaps, is a rare harmonious neighborhood - modern high-rise buildings perfectly coexist with old buildings, which in the city suffice - a 600-year history makes itself felt .

Content 1 How to get here 1.1 Search for airline tickets to Incheon (the nearest airport to Seoul) 2 Seoul is the capital of South Korea 3 The climate of Seoul 4 Metro Seoul 5 Shopping: shops in Seoul 6 Cuisine and restaurants of Seoul 7 Prices in Seoul 8 Holiday in Seoul 9 Entertainment, sightseeing and sightseeing Seoul 9.1 Lotte World 9.2 Seoul and surrounding areas

How to get here

Every day, flights from Moscow and Seoul are sent by Aeroflot and Korean Air. Seoul Airport is actually located in the neighboring town, Incheon. From there, the center of the capital can be reached by the shuttle train A'REX. Travel time is about 40 minutes.

Seoul is the capital of South Korea

Seoul is the largest city of South Korea and one of the financial and cultural centers of East Asia. It is a city of sharp contrasts, contradictions and paradoxes, where the oldest traditions get along with the latest cutting-edge technologies.

The first settlements in the area of ​​modern Seoul date back to the 17th century BC. e., when the city was known as Vireson and was the capital of one of the three early feudal Korean states - the state of Baekje. In 1392, Koryo was replaced by the Joseon dynasty, whose capital in 1394 became Seoul. The ruler of the Joseon Dynasty that lasted 518 years ended in 1910 after the annexation of Korea by Japan. Its current name and status of the capital of Seoul was received in 1948 after South Korea gained independence.

The climate of Seoul

March 1, Sunday Partly cloudy, light rain +7 ° C in the afternoon 0 ° C at night ° С water	2 March, Monday Clear +8 ° С in the afternoon -1 ° C at night ° С water	March 3, Tuesday Overcast, rain +4 ° C in the afternoon -1 ° C at night ° С water
10 days weather forecast for Seoul

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Metro Seoul

Currently, there are 9 numbered subway lines in Seoul. The stations have a three-digit number, but local numbers rarely use these numbers, moreover, these numbers are not indicated on all schemes.

Rates vary depending on the distance traveled, but the minimum fare will be 1000 South Korean won (base cost) plus a deposit value of 500 won (refundable upon return of the card). The base cost covers up to 10 km of track, every next 5 km will cost 100 won. Tickets can only be purchased at vending machines installed at each station.

All machines accept coins and banknotes in face value up to 10,000 won (some - up to 50,000 won). Most of the machines in Seoul are equipped with a touch screen and support English (along with Chinese and Japanese). Travel tickets must be kept until the end of the trip, as it will be needed when leaving the metro.

Shopping: shops in Seoul

In Seoul, you can buy almost anything: the main thing to know where. Myeongdong Street stretches for a kilometer and is famous for the mass of branded clothing and footwear shops. Insadon Street in the heart of the city is a cult place for antiquarians and lovers of antiquity. Inside its park labyrinths are galleries, traditional cafes and teahouses.

The most famous art galleries are the center of Hakgoje folk art, the gallery of Ghana, which promotes young artists. The flea market of Hwanghak-dong contains more than half a thousand shops: there you can find antiques, interior items and a variety of goods: cameras and refrigerators, old money and compasses, books and paintings, stamps and Buddhist statues.

Cuisine and restaurants of Seoul

Seoul is a very "tasty" city. In it there are whole "specialized quarters", each of which has learned to masterfully prepare a certain dish. So, for example, the Changchhundon area is famous for its pork legs "chchkopal", and Sindandon - rice cakes in hot pepper sauce "ttokpokki."

Prices in Seoul

The cost of the subway in Seoul will be 1000 South Korean won (base cost) plus a deposit value of 500 won. The base cost covers up to 10 km of track, every next 5 km will cost 100 won. For comparison, the bus ticket will cost 1150 won, and a trip to the so-called multi-seater taxi in Seoul will cost 1900 won for the first 2 km plus 100 won for every 144 meters. A luxury taxi will cost 4,500 won for the first 3 km plus 200 won for every next 205 m. Traveling for short distances is better to use the services of multi-seat taxis, which will cost much less than traveling on the same subway or bus. For travelers in Seoul on a rented car, 1 liter of gasoline on average in 2000 won, 1 liter of diesel - in 1800 won.

Prices for food in restaurants in Seoul vary depending on the type of institution. So, the average bill in low-cost fast food outlets, street kiosks or fast food restaurants will be from 2000 to 9000 won. In medium-price restaurants, the average bill will be from 8,000 to 15,000 won.

Holiday in Seoul

Seoul will be popular with lovers of outdoor activities, as well as those wishing to relax and get their portion of relaxation, because amusement parks, SPA complexes, mountain biking, trekking, casino and horse racing are just a few of the city's many attractions - the center of cultural and business life throughout South Korea.

Both children and adults will be interested in exploring Lotte World, one of the world's largest indoor amusement parks, as well as the theme parks Everland, Seoul Land or the children's Grand Park. Every weekend there are horse racing at the Seoul Racetrack, and anyone at the Seven Luck Casino can try their hand at gambling.

Seoul lovers will be pleased with their magnificent palaces, shrines and temples, and those who want to relax in nature - beautiful parks, among which, for example, Namsan Park is considered a symbol of the city.

Entertainment, sightseeing and sightseeing Seoul

Changdeokgung is the only palace that has preserved the architectural style of the Joseon Dynasty. Nearby - the stone bridge of Gumchongyo, the oldest of the remaining in Seoul. At the end of the bridge is the entrance to the Incheonjong (chamber for royal audiences), the roof on which is decorated with unusual floral patterns. These patterns were once attached by the Japanese specifically to disgrace the royal family: they can not be found elsewhere.

Gyeongbokgung Palace is considered to be the largest and most beautiful in Seoul. One of the most beautiful places in the palace that has remained here since the Joseon Dynasty is the Kyonhveru, Hangwonjeong and a lotus pond. Near the gate of Honnemun Palace is the State Museum, and in Hangwonjeong the Museum of the Korean nation is open. Entrance to both museums will be free when you purchase a ticket to the palace.

Palace Toksugun, formerly the residence of the king and queen, today sheltered the Japanese art gallery, which exhibits palace treasures, and its western wing is used as part of the National Center for Contemporary Arts.

In Seoul, the royal temple of Chongmyo, the ancestors of the Joseon Dynasty, the National Museum of Korea, the Korean Classical Music Institute, the National Folk Art Museum, Sejong - the largest center of theatrical art, the Hoam Arts Center, Namsan Tower, the Military History Museum.

The folk village, located 50 minutes from Seoul, consists of houses typical of different Korean provinces. There, street performances, "wedding ceremonies", "funeral processions", circus performances, kite flying competitions, folk dances and competitions in traditional sports are regularly held there.

Lotte World

"Lotte World" - the best and beloved by the whole country for entertainment in the heart of Seoul. This is a theme park full of exciting rides, where there is an ice rink, a folklore museum, walking paths by the lake, various parades and shows are organized, and much more. Annually about six million visitors come here.

"Lotte World" is divided into zones "Adventure" inside the building and "Magic Island" outside, on which there are a magic castle and plague rides. The most "besbashennye" of which "Gyro-Drop" and "Giro-Swing" - a fall from the 70-meter height or breathtaking adventure inside the tornado.

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