COEX Mall
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| The COEX is the main exhibition and convention center in Seoul and also has a mall and Intercontinental Hotel attached. |
To
readers who do not know what is COEX Mall, I will explain a bit about COEX
Mall. COEX Mall is a shopping center basement largest in Asia. COEX Mall is
located in the basement of the World Trade Center Korea. It is located in
Samseong-dong (삼성동) in
Gangnam-gu (강남구), Seoul.
So the
shopping center starts from Samseong-dong (삼성동) station (subway line 2), it is located in the south to the north
of the temple Bongeunsa (봉은사), and it
is considered a shopping and entertainment complex, and as you know this place
is the best in the area.
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| There were tons of different stores (both Korean and American brands), restaurants (both Korean and international), coffee shops, an aquarium, duty-free shopping and even a Casino. |
Besides,
along the main route, you can find a food court Lake, there are 16 restaurants,
16 restaurants that have Korean, China, Western and Japanese style. As well as
event court, where concerts and performances are staged. There are also Bandi
& Luni's bookstore. Who loves to read, you must have to come to this
bookstore, I bet you will get crazy.
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| The whole complex itself was HUGE and we were pretty much wandering aimlessly before too long. |
In COEX
Mall are also has many designer shops, visitors can get an international brand
in a section of the mall in COEX, which is operated by Hyundai Department
Store.
Not only
that, there are many attractions for visitors that visit in COEX Mall.
In the
COEX Mall, it has Champ video game arcade (suitable for gamers, yes this is
your place), and it has 100 of the latest gaming device, while in Megabox
Cineplex, it has 16 theaters showing a variety of options for visitors. Other
points of interest include COEX Aquarium, with its water tunnels and Kimchi
Museum, where visitors can learn all about food in Korea.
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| Kimchi field museum |
Lotte World
Lotte World can describe as "Perfect Place for Fun
Thrilling Rides and entertainment"
Located
in the heart of Seoul, Lotte World is a perfect place for entertainment and
tourism. It is because it is a theme park filled with thrilling rides, an ice
rink, and a variety of parades and also a folk museum, a lake, and much more. The structure of the natural sunlight,
and it is open to visitors all year round, regardless of weather.
Lotte
World is divided into two themes,which is ''Adventure" when you
are in the building, and outside is the theme of "Island Magic", on
the Seokchonhosu Lake.
Lotte World Adventure has certain districts representing
different countries with different types of facilities and souvenir shops.
Visitors can enjoy watching parades, numerous films, laser shows, and a variety
of international cuisine.
Island Magic is located outside the building, where a
very dazzling Magic Castle is located as well as thrilling high-altitude rides
that you cannot experienced elsewhere.
One of the main
reasons why tourists are attracted to Lotte World is the amusement rides. The
Gyro Drop and Gyro Swing are the top pleasers- steep decline with a height of
70 meters, or taste the thrilling sensation of being inside a tornado.
The
Flume Ride is a long boat with a high-altitude wave, and the Spanish Pirate
Ship swings at an electrifying 75 degrees. Apart from the thrill rides, Lotte
World also contains a variety of parades and laser shows. 200 performers sing
and dance to music in the World Carnival Parade, which adds excitement to the
theme park.
Do not
miss skating on the ice rink and visiting museums when you visiting Lotte
World. Ice rink is located in the building at the B3 level, and it is open all
year. The pleasant atmosphere is perfect for families and couples to enjoy. ,
Instead,
the Folk Museum is the most popular museum for foreign tourists. Folk cultural
items are displayed and the items go back 5,000 years in Korean history as well
as small villages, and a playground. The layout of the museum has been set up
to attract the attention of visitors and displays easy to understand. In
addition, audio-visual equipment and small model will make it more enjoyable.
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| Paradise in Seoul |
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| There stood the Magic Castle, more or less a replica of Disney's famous Magic Kingdom. It was a sight to witness. |
Myeong-dong
Myeong-dong (명동) is a place where tourists should visit when they come to Korea, as Myeong-dong (명동) is one of the main shopping district in Seoul. To visitors who prefer to famous designer goods, Myeong-dong (명동) is very suitable for them, because in Myeong-dong (명동) there are many famous designer shops, there are also department stores that line the streets and alleys.
Common products are also commonly found in Myeong-dong (명동) street. Unlike in Namdaemun (남대문) or Dongdaemun (동대문) as famous designer brands are sold in Myeong-dong (명동). In addition, several major department stores including Lotte Department Store, Shinsegae Department Store, Myeongdong Migliore, Noon and M Squared Plaza also have in Myeong-dong (명동).
In Myeong-dong (명동) also has many family restaurants, fast food, Korean food, western and Japanese. But for tourists who are Muslims, should make the study of a restaurant in Korea before eating their food, because in Korea, pork quite popular and it might make the muslims tourist fear to eat their food. But not to worry, because in Korea, also there are many kosher restaurants operated by Korean Muslims themselves.
Not only that, why visitors are obliged to Myeong-dong (명동) when to Korea is because in Myeong-dong (명동) is also a place of trade, banking and cultural center with a population of almost 1.5 to 2 million people. In Myeong-dong (명동) is a mixture of stalls and grocery stores that sell everything from clothes, shoes, cosmetics and accessories are also very beautiful with competitive price.
Myeong-dong (명동) is very popular among international visitors and filled with Japanese tourists during the holiday period, known as the Japanese "Golden Week" which runs from late April to early May. Part of Myeong-dong popularity stems from lower prices compared Apgujeong-dong and Cheongdam-dong.
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| Empty Myeongdong street in the morning |
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| Myeongdong street |
Yeouido
Park
Yeouido Park is convenient for those who love the park. Arguably Yeouido Park is a
large recreational area in Seoul and it is a very pretty place to visit.
To
your knowledge, Yeouido Park is located in central Seoul, so it is very easy
for you to come to this place, because most of the tourist is coming to Seoul
for their vacation, so why do not you stop at Yeouido Park to experience the
beauty of the park it there.
If you love cycling or roller-skating, you do not
have to worry, because you can do the activity in Yeouido Park. But most people
who come to Yeouido Park is just to relax and enjoy the surrounding, sometimes
people play sports there.
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| Beautiful isn't it? |
Other
information that I want to share is, Yeouido Park has been divided into
sections based on their own themes, like the Korean Traditional Forest, Grass
Square, Cultural Square and the Natural Forest Ecosystems.
To your knowledge, at traditional forest in
Korea, they only planted traditional Korean trees, and it has an octagonal pond
and pavilion. If you stop at Yeouido Park do not forget to stop by the Korea
Forest
Folk, maybe you could see what is traditional Korean trees look alike. For the
Grass Square, it has a low hill, with a wide meadow trail, and it is also
evergreen and deciduous trees to reflect the changing seasons.
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| You also can play water there |
For those who like to flora, you are strongly
encouraged to come to Grass Square, you definitely will not regret it. In
addition, many performances and events held at the Cultural Square, and there
are also named Zelkova tree lined neighborhood in the area, it can be said it
is a great place to relax. If you are tired of walking all day, you can even
take a breather in the Cultural Square.
It
must feeling good for you. Besides, there is a certain part of the park is most
often enjoyed by tourist and Korean people also, it called Natural Forest
Ecosystem, it is where you can see nature. In Natural Forest Ecosystems you can
see a variety of forms of life that live in these areas.
You
will not regret coming to this place, to those who do not like the flora and
fauna, you may also fallen in love with the natural beauty of their
environment.
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The street at Yeouido Park
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Hangang River
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| Han River view at night |
Hangang
River is one of the most popular place in Korea, for those who really love the
water or who loves to stare at the water, you need to go to Hangang River when
you comes to Korea.
Arguably, it is obligatory for every tourist to visit the
Hangang River. And you must do not want
miss a chance to ride Hangang River Ferry Cruise, as it is one of the best ways
to enjoy the scenery around Hangang River that flows through Seoul.
The cool
breeze from the river and the surrounding landscape will be beautiful at night,
it is a reward for those who take the ferry at night. It will be the best
memories for you. So do not miss your chance to visit the Hangang River. I can
guarantee that it is really worth it.
If
you take the ferry, you should know that there are three stops, the first at
the Yeouido, Jamsil second and third Ttukseom. So you should always be awere
about your cruise.
Besides,
on the cruise, you can see a beautiful view of the Hangang River, surrounding
islands, Jeoldusan Park, 63 City Building, N Seoul Tower, Multi Sports Complex,
Jamsil, and other places of tourist attraction.
It can be said that you can see
almost every popular places if you ride ferry at Hangang River. This cruise is
often used for weddings, birthday parties, music performances and other events.
But it is okay if you want to ride it. Because it is such an obligation to
travelers or tourists when they go to Hangang River.
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| Han River waterfall |
