South Korea Seoul Tourist Information Centers

There are more than ten tourist information centers around Seoul, the capital city of South Korea.

This tourist information booth is located in Namdaemun Market. The booth is about 50 meters away from Exit 5 of Hoehyeon Subway Station, 49 Namchangdong Junggu. The opening hour is from 09:00 to 18:00. The phone number is 02-7521913.

The staffs on duty are mostly girls and ladies. They are friendly and beautiful as well. Beyond that they speak pretty good English. So, there is no problem to communicate with them. Feel free to approach them in case you need any aid.

Other tourist information centers are as listed below.

Gwanghwamun
Time: 09:00--22:00
Contact: 02-7358688
Location: In front of Donghwa Duty Free, 215 Sejongno 1-ga, Jongnogu.

Dongdaemun
Time: 09:00--22:00
Contact: 02-22369135
Location: In front of Good Morning Shopping Mall, 18-21 Euljiro 6-ga, Junggu.

Itaewon
Time: 09:00--22:00
Contact: 02-37850942
Location: Inside Itaewon Subway Station, 127 Itaewondong, Yongsangu.

Jamsil
Time: 10:00--19:00
Contact: 02-21437007
Location: In front of Lotte Department Store, 27 Jamsildong, Songpagu.

Samilgyo
Time: 09:00--22:00
Contact: 02-7200872
Location: In front of Samil Building, 10-2 Gwancheodong, Jongnogu.

Hongik University
Time: 12:00--22:00
Contact: 02-3232240
Location: Hongdae Street, 349-1 Seogyodong, Mapogu.

Coex
Time: 08:30--18:00
Contact: 02-538-0264
Location: East Gate Information Desk, 159 Samseongdong, Gangnamgu

Global Center
Time: 09:00--18:00
Contact: 02-20754119
Location: 3F Press Center, 25 Taepyeongno 1-ga, Junggu.

Seoul Folk Flea Market
Time: 10:00--19:00
Contact: 02-22345836
Location: Inside Seoul Folk Flea Market, 109-5 Sinseoldong, Dongdaemungu.

Myeongdong
Time: 10:30--22:00
Contact: 02-37897961
Location: 5F M Plaza Building, 31-1 Myeongdong 2-ga, Junggu.

There are also tourist information centers at Gimpo Airport and Incheon Airport.

Gimpo Airport
Time: 09:00--21:00
Contact: 02-37079465
Location: Next to Gate 2 on the 1st floor lobby, 157 Gonghangdong, Gangseogu.

Incheon Airport
Time: 06:00--22:00
Contact: 032-7433270
Location: In front of Gate D at arrival hall, Unseodong, Junggu, Incheon.

Information source
Seoul Best 100 Revised Edition
Publishing Organization
Seoul Metropolitan Government

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This is another interesting photo which I had taken in Seoul Namdaemun Market, South Korea.

The Hangul on the mini tank truck revealed the man in the photo was an employee of a petrol company. He was delivering petrol to his customers in Namdaemun Market.

It's pretty amusing to see this mini tank truck moving around in Namdaemun Market. After Google searching, I realise that the petrol is used for heating the portable heater.

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Happy Halloween 2011

There is a Halloween show room in Seoul 63 Wax Museum. This is one of the Halloween lanterns display in the Halloween show room.

It shows that Koreans also celebrate Halloween. To my knowledge, Halloween has turned into widely celebrated festival in South Korea. Shopping malls will sell stuffs related to Halloween celebration during this festive season. Hang out spots in Seoul will be in Halloween festive mood during Halloween eve.

I would like to wish all my friends and blog readers a happy Halloween.

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The tall buildings in this photo are South Korea LG Twin Towers. LG Twin Towers are located in Yeouido which is known as Manhattan of Seoul.

Among the landmarks in Yeouido are LG Twin Towers, National Assembly Building, Korean Life Insurance 63 Building, Seoul Broadcasting System, Korean Broadcasting System, and Munhwa Broadcasting System.

The height of LG Twin Towers is 144 meters and 34 stories. Getting to LG Twin Towers is truly convenient. You can take line 5 subway and get off at Yeouinaru Station. Come out from exit 1, LG Twin Towers will appear in front of you.

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VIP Travel is a travel agency which provides a collection of daily tours for tourists in Seoul.

VIP Travel offers multiple tours, including Ski Tour, Night Tour, DMZ Tour, Drama Tour, Full Day Tour, Provincial Tour, Customized Tour, Limousine Private Tour, Half Day Tour (Morning), Half Day Tour (Afternoon).

In case you never do homework or don't bother to think, a wide range of tour packages are available for you to select. Just get a few copies of traveling pamphlets from hotel reception counter. Compare the price and itinerary then make your decision.

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If you had been to Seoul of South Korea, perhaps you had seen this rectangular convenience stall along the bustle street.

Although this stall is not big but you can get many stuffs which you are needed. Tired of traveling, stop and take a break. Have a bottle of Korean drink and continue your journey.

In case you need to board a bus or subway, Upass and Tmoney are available at this convenience stall. With either Upass or Tmoney you are able to travel to any corner of Seoul.

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One of my Malay version blog readers, Che Siti asked me some information on further study in South Korea.

After browsing her blogger profile, I found out that she is from Beaufort Sabah. As far as I know, Malaysia Public Service Department has offered scholarship for SPM holders to pursue advanced studies in universities of South Korea. Unfortunately this offer will be terminated from next year onward.

Che Siti can visit web site of South Korea Ministry of Education, Embassy of South Korea in Malaysia and Malaysia Ministry of High Education for more detail information.

In case Che Siti is interested in youth exchange program, feel free to read my article: MIZY Seoul Youth Cultural Exchange Center.

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This GS Caltex petrol station is located at Junggu Toegyero near Chungmuro Subway Station.

Foreign tourists mostly don't drive in Seoul because the public transportation system is really excellent. So, this post is not related with filling of petrol for vehicle.

Actually I write this article is due to the strategic location of the GS Caltex petrol station. The GS Caltex is at the opposite of the mini restaurant which I had mentioned before.

Beside that the GS Caltex petrol station is just outside the main entrance of Namsangol Hanok Village. In case you want to visit Namsangol Hanok Village, the GS Caltex petrol station can be a landmark for you to get there.

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How did Koreans get warm at home in winter during ancient times?

They didn't burn firewood in the living room as the westerners. They dug a hole beneath the wooden floor and burnt firewood to keep the building warm.

If you had visited Korean hanoks, perhaps aware of Korean traditional houses are low. The reason of building low hanoks was to preserve heat without burning too much of firewood.

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The name of the red-blue lantern is cheongsachorong. It was displayed during festivals and reception of distinguished guests in the old times. The frame of cheongsachorong is made of iron or wood. The red color of the lampshade represents sky and the blue color symbolizes earth. Between red and blue means mankind.

Cheongsachorong was used as the symbol of G20 Seoul Summit which was held in Seoul last year. This shows that cheongsachorong is truly meaningful to Koreans.

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Kimchi must be preserved at appropriate temperature in order to maintain its freshness and delicious taste. In the old times, kimchi had to be kept in different locations during different seasons. During warm summer, kimchi was placed in well or stream. On the other hand it was buried under ground during chilly winter.

Based on the information of Pulmuone Kimchi Museum which is located in COEX Mall in Seoul, in addition to vitamin A and C kimchi is also rich in minerals such as iron, calcium and phosphorus.

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What is this stuff? May be you have seen it in your school text book illustration.

There are pretty many antiquity farming tools well preserved in Namsangol Hanok Village. This hand operated spinning machine is one of the tools. Is it same as the old times spinning machine in your country?

Korean farmers of ancient times generally lived a life of simplicity. Housewives not only had to work in farm, they had to handle with the trivial housework. In addition to that they managed to find time to spin yarn and weave cloth.

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MIZY Centre started operating since 2000 and currently manages by South Korea UNESCO National Committee. Facilities of Seoul Youth Hostel can be used by participants who attend the activities organizes by MIZY Centre.

If your age is from 9 to 24 and interested in international youth exchange program, feel free to visit the website of MIZY Centre for detail information.

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Tired of strolling or exercising, take a rest at the arbour in the recreation park of Seoul Youth Hostel.

A little rest could go a long way. When you had recovered from weariness, explore again the bustling and the glamour of Seoul.

Whatever purpose of visiting Seoul, staying in Seoul Youth Hostel is definitely your right choice.

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Koreans not only love reading, they are also taking care of their health. They even keen to exercise while traveling. The fitness equipments are located outdoor nearby hostel. Room guests who like sport sure will not miss to make full use of the fitness equipments.

From the facilities offers by Seoul Youth Hostel, it reveals that South Korea government is aware of the concerns of citizens. No wonder South Korea is an advanced nation now.

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Room guests who are truly take care of their health can stroll in the park near the hostel. Follow the track and go up the slope to breathe fresh air of Namsan. You also can have a birdview of South Korea capital city, Seoul down at the foot of Namsan.

Ascending height to enjoy the glamour scenic of Seoul is really a remarkably sweet memory.

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I don't think foreign tourists would cook while they are traveling in Seoul. The local tourists may be would like to cook during their stay in Seoul Youth Hostel.

Cooking is truly fun if you enjoy it.

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At blazing summer night, enjoy the cool air at the rooftop garden of Seoul Youth Hostel is truly a great pleasure.

Relax yourself by having a cup of Korean aromatic coffee and fanning by the gentle summer breeze. The gorgeous neon lights of Myeongdong are sparkling in the distance.

Put aside the annoying trivia while traveling and have a sweet journey in Seoul.

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Books are mostly written by wise people. That's why Chinese say that reading is always beneficial. Former Prime Minister of Malaysia, Dr. Mahathir Mohamad launched "Look East Policy" in 1981 but Malaysia still far behind Japan and South Korea.

No matter which direction you are looking at, you must do it practically not by shouting slogans.

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