๐ฐ๐ท Your Guide to South Korea
Seoul โ the city that never sleeps. Futuristic technology, ancient heritage, and food around the clock
South Korea is a country that shocks you from day one ๐คฉ. Seoul is a massive, organized, and spotlessly clean city in ways you simply wouldn't expect โ skyscrapers standing next to historic royal palaces, popular markets open at midnight, and K-pop and K-drama culture isn't just media, it's real everyday life. For the Saudi traveler, Korea is a destination that will surprise you with the warmth of its people, its cleanliness, and the sheer endless variety of options.
Top Places to See
Gyeongbokgung Palace
A royal palace from the Korean kingdom in the heart of modern Seoul โ guards in historic costume and ancient walls among the skyscrapers
Gangnam District and N Seoul Tower
Seoul's tallest tower with a 360-degree view โ the city lights at night make you understand why Seoul is an extraordinary city
Myeongdong and Dongdaemun Markets
Round-the-clock shopping โ authentic Korean cosmetics, clothing, and non-stop street food
Jeju Island
A volcanic island an hour from Seoul โ completely different nature with waterfalls and beaches away from the noise
Bukchon Hanok Village
A traditional Korean village surrounded by the modern city โ quiet alleyways that take you back to classical Korea
What to Eat
Galbi and Samgyeopsal (Korean BBQ) โ You grill the meat yourself over charcoal at the table โ a social dining experience you'll never forget, and the smell stays on your clothes ๐
Korean Ramen and Bibimbap โ Spicy ramen with deep broth, and bibimbap rice with vegetables, egg, and red sauce โ iconic everyday Korean dishes
Kimchi โ Fermented Korean pickles with chili and garlic โ comes with almost every meal. Strong taste but Koreans consider it the soul of their food
Tteokbokki โ Rice cakes in a spicy red sauce โ Korea's most famous street food, found on every corner with warm steam rising ๐ถ๏ธ
Bingsu โ Finely shaved milk ice with fruit and red beans โ a Korean summer dessert unlike anything you've tasted
Practical Tips
A T-money Card is a transit card you top up and use on the metro, buses, and even some shops โ buy it on your first day
Seoul's metro is among the world's finest โ clean, organized, and with signs in Arabic and English so you won't get lost
Korean cosmetic products in Seoul are far cheaper than anywhere else โ buy them as gifts for everyone ๐งด
Korean food is generally spicy โ if you can't handle heat, always say 'anio maeweo' (not spicy) at the restaurant
Korea is very safe โ you can walk alone at any time of night in any neighborhood without worry
South Korea is one of those destinations you leave with a completely different impression than you came in with ๐ฐ๐ท. A modern city with a traditional soul, generous people, and an incredibly safe country. If you haven't been, now is the time!