TOP 10 THINGS TO DO IN SEOUL
Roll it, dip it, mix it, grill it, smell it, taste it.
By Cecilie Antonsen for My Guide Seoul.
Cecilie, a Danish designer, artist, and urban explorer, is currently based in Copenhagen, Denmark, where she runs her own visual and digital communication studio, Graphik.dk.
In addition to managing her own company, she is also studying sustainable communication and is always on the lookout for urban robots.
Follow Cecilie as she charts her top 10 experiences in Seoul...
1. GET "HIGH"
Pursue the vista. Seoul is an optimal city for picturesque views and awe-inspiring sights. The Seoul skyscrapers on the 15th floor are a must-see near Gangnam Station.
Stroll around the city and lose yourself. It's effortless to become disoriented and explore the unplanned and unforeseen. You are always within reach of a taxi or subway station...
Ensure you indulge in ample amounts of the Korean ice dessert; Patbingsu, crafted from shaved ice and red beans. It takes on various shapes, sizes, and flavors. Delectable and exceedingly addictive. Seoul boasts some of the finest patbingsus available.
Seoul will inspire, deplete, allure, exhaust, and satiate you simultaneously. Remember to pause occasionally, immerse yourself in the sensory grandeur of the metropolis, its people, and culture. Observe passersby, visit a cafe, or relish street food as you observe the city that never sleeps...
Infuse some zest into your life with a Korean BBQ experience, but be sure to savor it in the authentic Korean manner. Roll it, dip it, mix it, grill it, inhale its aroma, savor its taste.
Escape and venture into the countryside. Seoul can leave you breathless, quite literally...the constant momentum and liveliness of this city. Seek out mountains, villages, fields, and the ocean - there is an abundance of it nearby.
A touch of traditional sightseeing is imperative when in Seoul. This modern yet historical city is replete with ancient landmarks and awe-inspiring attractions. The best advice...wear comfortable shoes!
The city adorned with neon signs. They are omnipresent. Remember to cast your gaze upwards and downwards. The nocturnal hours provide the optimal experience, as Seoul comes alive with the radiance of millions of neon signs. Just utterly breathtaking!
Bridge after bridge, traversing the Hangang River. Beautiful, vibrant, powerful, and industrial architecture. Descend to the river and explore the captivating beauty of Seoul.
