Population: 10,094,889 Highest building: Three IFC Office Tower (279 metres) River: Hangang TRADITION & MODENITY
WHAT A BEAUTIFUL CITY! – JUNO KIM –
With just over 10 million inhabitants, Seoul is amongst the largest cities in the world. Its population density of around 16,000 people per square kilometre is also on the high end of the scale for such a big city. Seoul lies on the banks of the Hangang River which provides the city’s main source of fresh water. Seoul’s old palaces, traditional markets and modern shopping centres draw in many tourists. The city has an extensive Metro network but also a range of tour routes which are best explored on foot and afford visitors an insight into both the historical and modern life in Seoul. Get ready to discover and fall in love with traditional and contemporary South Korea alike!