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Seoul, South Korea with Kids
Sparkling Korea indeed as its capital, Seoul, is dubbed as the world’s second biggest urban agglomeration. As such, it is the country’s economic and commercial hub. Visiting Korea allows you to see the myriad of palaces and museums, shopping centers and parks, as well as nightclubs and restaurants that define what Seoul is all about – old and new.

Tourist Attractions
Because Seoul covers an expansive area, divided into 25 districts, it offers tourists a number of sight-seeing options. Here are some of them:

Changdeok Palace and Biwon Garden (110-360 Yulgok-ro 99 Jongro-gu; http://www.cdg.go.kr/) - Home to thirteen of Korea’s kings, the Changdeok Palace covers more than 110 acres. The Biwon Garden, the “secret garden”, is where the royalty relax and enjoy themselves and is one of UNESCO’s World Heritage sites. Because of vastness of the area, the best way for your family to explore this tourist attraction is through a 90-minute guided tour.

Korean Folk Village (107 Pora-ri, Kihung-up, Yong-In, Kyonggi-do; Phone: 82 31 286 2111) - Covering over 240 acres of land, this is a living museum of the traditional life of Korea. Traditional buildings, dresses and activities reminiscent of the Joseon Dynasty are the main attractions of the Korean Folk Village. On your trip to this faithful attraction, you get a glimpse of artisans practicing their skills in handicrafts.

Olympic Park (88 Bangee-dong; Phone: 82 2 410 1360) - Relive the honor and glory of the 1988 Olympics by visiting this six-stadium haven. Also built for the 1986 Asian Games, the Olympic Park today is home to huge concerts and other special occasions. This is also a favorite venue for pre-wedding pictures.

Jongmyo Shrine. One of UNESCO’s World Heritage sites, Jongmyo is a Confucian Shrine used as a venue for the memorial services of the members of the royal family of the Josean Dynasty. It boasts of friendly walkways and interactive equipment that will help you learn about the rituals of the royal family.

N Seoul Tower. Once known as the Namsen or Seoul Tower, this 777-foot structure had been dubbed as the tallest tower in Asia. It offers a panoramic view of Seoul and features four observation decks, one of which is the revolving restaurant that rotates one revolution per 48 minutes. To complete your aerial tour, you may want to use a cable car to reach the N Seoul Tower.

Getting To and Around
The city has an expansive public transport system so regardless of what mode you are using, you can easily go to Seoul. The Incheon International Airport hosts all international flights to Seoul and is among the most futuristic and best managed airports in the world.

Because the city streets are usually characterized with traffic jams, it is advisable for you to head underground using the Metro system. In addition, English is not widely understood nor used so be ready with a pocket English-Korean dictionary or have a list of common Korean phrases.

Seoul has four seasons: winter, spring, summer, and fall. The distinction in terms of temperatures for summer and winter is extreme so you may want to schedule your trip during autumn or fall. This way, you will have more time for outdoor walks donning your most comfortable travel gear.

Hotel accommodations, dining, social drinking and shopping are everywhere. Although the South Korean Won is the city’s local currency, converting your US dollars or Japanese yen shouldn’t be a problem. International credit cards and travelers checks are also widely accepted.

Cultural Tidbits
It is advisable for any tourist to carry any form of identification all the time. Social harmony is a volatile matter, especially because of the presence of the Military Police and the Angry Korean Men. Any form of behavior that causes a Korean to “lose face” is a serious matter and the locals will do anything to be in a comfortable situation.

While tipping is not customary, many posh restaurants and large establishments require a 10% service charge. It will also be considered polite if you tip taxi drivers who assist you with your baggage.

Overall, Seoul and South Korea in general, is a perfect example of a country that survived numerous destructions, most notable of which is the Korean War. Despite that, it has rapidly restored itself to establish its reputation as the second most expensive city in Asia and among the five most expensive cities in the world. This paradise is definitely a must-see family destination.

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