Exploring the Five Grand Palaces of Seoul
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Changdeokgung Palace and its Secret Garden: Huwon
Changdeokgung Palace and its Secret Garden is located in Jongno-gu district in Seoul. It is situated east of Gyeongbokgung Palace, about 20 minutes walk – so you can visit both palaces. The palace was Joseon’s kings’ favourite and has many characteristics of the Three Kingdom of Korea. Its architecture is thought to be in perfect […]
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Things to Do in Gyeongju, Korea’s ‘Museum Without Walls’
Explore Gyeongju, the ancient capital of South Korea during the Silla Kingdom. Whether you are planning a day trip or a longer getaway, there will be enough attractions to fill your itinerary. Check out the many things to do in Gyeongju, a city known as the “museum without walls”.
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Perfect Weekend Escape in Bordeaux, France
Bordeaux is not only the World Capital of Wine but also the second city in France with the most UNESCO World Heritage sites. The beautiful and vibrant city is a perfect weekend getaway destination. Among the activities you could do such as wandering around the city, appreciating the architecture and cultural sites, you can also […]
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Ikseon-dong: Strolling Seoul’s offbeat neighbourhood
Ikseon-dong (in Korean, 익선동) is a trendy area for young Seoulite as well as international tourists. We were lucky to stumble into this arty portion of traditional Insadong. If you are looking for Instagram-able cafes and tea-houses, Ikseondong is for you. You might have to battle with tourists in some areas to take photos of […]
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