Seoul, Capital city in South Korea
Seoul is the capital city of South Korea and spreads along the Han River with glass towers, old palaces, traditional markets, and modern shopping centers across 25 districts. Wide streets run through densely built residential areas while narrow alleys wind between low houses and small shops.
The city was established in 1394 as the seat of the Joseon Dynasty and grew from a medieval settlement into a modern metropolis after the Korean War. Preserved palaces and city gates now stand among contemporary buildings as reminders of the royal past.
Restaurants stay open until late at night, and groups gather around shared tables in neighborhoods like Insadong and Itaewon. Street markets sell kimchi, fresh fruit, and homemade side dishes while neighbors chat on small plastic stools outside shops.
The subway network connects numerous lines and hundreds of stations, making it easy to move between neighborhoods like Gangnam, Hongdae, and Myeongdong. Signs in English and numbered exits help visitors navigate even without Korean language skills.
Digital Media City in Sangam-dong serves as a technology district with broadcasting stations, entertainment companies, and research centers housed in futuristic buildings. Visitors can walk through open plazas between office towers and occasionally watch outdoor television productions being filmed.
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