Seoul is the capital and
largest metropolis of South Korea. A megacity with a population of more than 10
million, it is the largest city proper in the OECD developed world. Seoul is
one of the most popular tourist destinations in all of Korea.
Modern landmarks holding
Guinness World Records include Lotte World, the world's largest indoor theme
park, Moonlight Rainbow Fountain, the world's longest bridge fountain and Times
Square's CGV Starium, the world's largest cinema screen. Seoul is the birthplace
of K-pop and the Korean wave and Seoul was voted the world's most wanted travel
destination by Chinese, Japanese and Thai tourists for a third consecutive year
in 2011 with over 10 million international visitors in 2012.
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Dongdaemun Market |
The largest market in
South Korea, the Dongdaemun Market, is located in Seoul and Myeongdong is a
shopping and entertainment area in downtown Seoul with mid- to high-end stores,
fashion boutiques and international brand outlets. Insadong is the cultural
art market of Seoul, where traditional and modern Korean artworks, such as
paintings, sculptures and calligraphy are sold. Hwanghak-dong Flea Market and
Janganpyeong Antique Market also offer antique products. Some shops for local
designers have opened in Samcheong-dong, where numerous small art galleries are
located.
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| Myeongdong |
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| Insadong art market |
The Yongsan Electronics Market is the largest
electronics market in Asia. The Gasan Digital Complex also has an extensive variety
of electronic products. Did you know that Seoul has the highest concentration
of coffee shops in the world? The city has more than 10,000 cafes and coffee
houses.
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| At Yongsan Electronics Market |
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