Korea Trip: Part I

Apologize for the over-due post! Here's a simple and fun guide for anyone being in Korea. Fret not and enjoy yourself! As I visited Korea over a span of 14 days, I could have the luxury of taking my own sweet time to travel to almost all the tourist attractions. Please feel free to mix and match based on your own preference. Do let me know if you have any questions! :) 

1.  Cheonggyecheon Stream

Cheonggyecheon is an 11 km long modern stream that runs through downtown Seoul. After a tiring day of shopping and sightseeing, this is the perfect place to unwind by taking a stroll with your loved ones. For those of you wondering about what to expect from this long stream, ... don't be surprised by the amount of art work and historical sightings you are able to experience. I love how Koreans are able to blend their historical culture with their modern society. 


This is the beautiful famous Candlelight Fountain. #canactromantichere

Unfortunately, I was busy sightseeing and shopping in the afternoon. Didn't really had much time to explore this place in the afternoon! 

Lucky me! Whilst I was in Korea, it was 2014 Seoul Lantern Festival Lights up. Part of the stream was being decorated with lantern festival which makes it extremely heart warming. I visited the Lantern Festival with a few friends made during my trip which makes it more unforgettable. 



How to get there: 

Line 1 City Hall Stn. Exit 4. Walk 5 minutes.    Line 2 Euljiro 1(il)-ga Stn. Exit 2 or 3. Walk 10 minutes.    Line 4 Dongdaemun Stn. Exit 6 or 8. Walk 5 minutes.

2. King Sejong Statue (세종대왕 동상)

King Sejong Statue is nearby City Hall station, hence making it a perfect way to explore together with Cheonggyecheon stream. 

Say cheese to the founder of inventor of Hangeul 

Getting there: 

[Subway]
1) City Hall Station (Subway Line 1), Exit 3 or 4.
2) Gwanghwamun Station (Subway Line 5).
3) Gyeongbokgung Station (Subway Line 3), Exit 6.

3. Gwanghwamun Square (광화문광장)

If you are a fan of Kpop Drama, you would sure recognize the first episode of City Hunter where Park Min Young and Lee Min Ho shot their very first scene. 

Getting there: 

[Subway]
1) City Hall Station (Seoul Subway Line 1 & 2), Exit 3.
2) Gyeongbokgung Station (Seoul Subway Line 3), Exit 6 & 7.
3) Gwanghwamun Station (Seoul Subway Line 5), Exit 1, 2 & 8.
* Connected to the underground exit.

Cheers to the very first Korea post! :)