A jimjilbang is a pretty unique experience for the Western traveler, especially an American. But these Korean spas are pretty ordinary over here. Since before we came here, we’d heard about the public baths and decided that we’d go to at least one before we left. Because of the nature of how they work, this …
New Seoul Tower is an iconic monument to modern South Korea. Easily recognizable rising above the surrounding city atop a hill, it is not a only a practical building, but it is a testament to the nation’s rise to prominence from devastation to global power. The tower is simple, yet it is the simplicity offered …
Our last excursion out to Seoul we decided to make a physical and historical one – to hike Seoul City Wall. The wall was built back in 1396 at the beginning of the Joseon Dynasty to protect Seoul and the palaces within. The wall completely surrounded the city, with four main gates, one to the …
We were told that the Seoul Zoo was a good place to visit, so we decided to give it a visit one day – and it turned out to be true. The park is expansive and is home to many different animals from all over the world. We don’t frequently visit zoos, but this is …