Gangnam & Southern Seoul

Gangnam (meaning South of the River) is booming with new luxury high-rises bisected by broad highways. Expansive areas of greenery figure, too, in the shape of Olympic Park, the strip of recreation areas along the Han River, and Seonjeongneung Park, home to royal tombs. Luxury label boutiques are clustered in Apgujeong and Cheongdam. You’ll also find several major performance-arts centres across the district.

Exterior of Seoul Arts Centre at night.

Exterior of Seoul Arts Centre at night.

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  1. 1 Tasting sizzling street food, unique snacks, and mouthwatering dishes at Seoul and Busan's markets
  2. 2 Touring Korea’s demilitarized zone (DMZ) at the border of North and South Korea
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