This post explores Seoul's attractions, focusing on Gyeongbokgung Palace and Changdeokgung Palace, along with Bukchon Hanok Village. Gyeongbokgung, dating back to 1395, features impressive architecture and beautiful grounds, while Bukchon, known for its traditional houses, balances tourism with residential life. Both palaces offer rich history and charm worth visiting.
Howdy all! Today a little look at the KTX service I took from Busan to Seoul in May last year. The KTX train is a fast train that travels the 417 kilometres of tracks from Korea’s southern city of Busan to the capital Korea. The time can vary from 2 hours 15 minutes to 3 …
Continue reading Taking the Korean Bullet Train from Busan to Seoul
Last week, I shared my experience visiting Beomeosa and Seokbulsa temples in Busan. Today, I present a full photo set, featuring the hike from Geumgang Park to Seokbulsa, along with highlights from the scenic cable car ride. Enjoy!
The author shares experiences from their visit to Busan, South Korea, focusing on two temples: Beomeosa and Seokbulsa. Beomeosa required a lengthy journey, featuring beautiful lanterns for Buddha's birthday. Seokbulsa, known for its rock carvings, was harder to reach but ultimately rewarding. Overall, both temples provided unique cultural experiences.
The author continues recounting their adventure in Busan, South Korea, exploring after arriving from Japan. Despite rain, they visit attractions like Busan Modern and Contemporary History Museum and Yongdusan Park. The narrative highlights cultural contrasts, hotel curiosities, and the vibrant urban landscape, culminating in a wet return to the hotel after a busy day.
Howdy all! Well, finally I get to start relaying my experiences of South Korea from last year to you. Japan had been a packed two weeks, but it came time to leave the somewhat at least familiar surrounds of the Land of the Rising Sun and move along to the country closest to it, South …
Continue reading From Japan to Korea via Ferry – the Now TERMINATED JR Queen Beetle
The author recommends Hotel Cloud Arena in Taipei, highlighting its unique tropical design and cold air conditioning. Located on Zhongxiao Road, it offers an upper-budget experience. They encourage viewers to explore the hotel through a video link provided.
The vlog explores Seoul, starting at Ihwa Mural Village, known for its murals. It covers the ancient City Wall and the City Wall Museum, then delves into the dark history of Seodaemun Prison History Hall. It concludes at the Korean War Memorial, highlighting South Korea's fascinating history.
G’day all and here I am again with another patented ‘Accommodation Review’. I don’t know why I say that, honestly. Today let me take you the place I stayed at in Busan back in May this year. It was called (and presumably still is) ‘Hotel Almond’, I paid roughly $80AUD for it or $53USD per …
Continue reading Accommodation Review – Hotel Almond, Busan, South Korea
Howdy all. Time for a patented Andy’s World Journeys ‘Accommodation Review’ for you today! I’ve got vlogs from all my recent stays in April/May this year when I visited Japan and South Korea, but I thought some of them were worth doing written reviews of too and I imagine that there are many that watch …
A Scottish island girl exploring the world on a budget
exposing the inner-world of my brain
My second blog page
Put pictures on your travel dreams
The beautiful picture of angels makes you happy.
inspiring journeys and friendly advice
A Scottish island girl exploring the world on a budget
exposing the inner-world of my brain
My second blog page
Put pictures on your travel dreams
The beautiful picture of angels makes you happy.
inspiring journeys and friendly advice
Andy Roams 