South Korea
South Korea in particular Seoul is an extremely busy place. While the country is known for its culture and historical sites, tombs, temples, and ancient relics the country is very crowded and hardly relaxing. During the holiday periods in July and August the accomodation also tends to get very expensive, there are crowds everywhere and the transport system is overloaded.
- Location: Eastern Asia
- Capital: Seoul
- Climate: Humid summers and icy winters.
- Currency: Republic of Korean Won (W)
- Language: Korean (official)
- Related Link: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/worldguide/destinations/asia/south-korea
July 1, 2006 @ 7:15 pm
willee said,
extremely busy, people everywhere!
However, very interesting place, Pusan, has one of the most interesting markets I have ever seen!
I have also found that if I stand around looking lost , railway stations etc., or even on the street people will always ask if they can help me.
The food is not great, but there is always some kind of fast food , such as pizza, or burgers.
Pusan is so much better than Seoul, still old world in many areas; although, it has changed a lot since my first visit in the early 90’s.
May 24, 2007 @ 1:24 am
matthew said,
Worst country in East Asia. Lots of racism. Japan so much better.
April 24, 2008 @ 3:18 am
Lily said,
As someone who has visited China, Japan, and Korea, and spent some time living in most of them, I would say that if you’re looking for an exotic, classical far east experience then you’ll be disappointed in major cities and tourist hubs. Seoul is no longer the city of ancient relics and a far eastern experience most people imagine when they thing of Korea, it’s a functioning industrial center, just like New York City, or any other. I think the problem here is more a matter of expectation than of quality
June 14, 2008 @ 7:41 am
Brian said,
I disagree with all the previous posts. Seoul offers a great mix of the old and the new, which I love!! Crowded??? I think you guys gotta be kidding me. Of course Seoul is a city of 10+ million, but thats what makes it exiciting and fun! I am 100% sure you guys are from one of those smaller towns and cities in the US or Europe. Plus, racism…I’ve seen a lot more in the USA than ANYWHERE around the world. Koreans can be rough on the side but they are the warmest people on earth and VERY honest and helpful too! Let’s not talk about food because Korean food beats burgers and hot dogs and pizza any day any time. No wonder most westerners are overweight as fuck
March 1, 2009 @ 11:26 pm
Adrian said,
I went to Koera because my wife is Koeran,I found it to be a clean safe city where the cab driver place their money on the dash boards of the cabs.I loved the temples,mountains the forests and shopping the people loved me when they found out I was Aussie not American. A clean safe lovely place to visit.