Friday, 22 November 2019

Must-visit amusement parks and theme parks in Korea

Must-visit amusement parks and theme parks in Korea
If you thought Korea was only great for shopping, you are wrong. Korea is home to a large number of amusement and theme parks, and even consists of some of the world’s best attractions!

Everland

Everland
Everland is the first family park in Korea, and holds over 40 exciting rides and attractions. Along with the thrilling amusement park, Everland also includes Safari World and Herbivore Safari (featuring white tigers, tigers, lions, bears, giraffes, elephants and more), Caribbean Bay (one of Korea’s coolest water parks), Everland Speedway (the first ever racing track in Korea), and so much more! You can also enjoy the many festivals that take place there each year.

Daejeon O-World

Daejeon O-World
Daejeon O-World might be modest but it does know how to show a good time. This quaint and folksy amusement park has a zoo of its own, perfect for your children who want to hang out with animals. The existing Zoo Park and Joy Land are both known as the Flower Land, a massive and ambitious project that is said to cost 40 billion won. Daejeon O-World is perfect for those who want to take the perfect Instagram photo since it has different gardens that are worth a spot on your feed.

Imsil Cheese Theme Park

Imsil Cheese Theme Park
Imsil Cheese Theme Park is exactly like it sounds, an entire theme park devoted to cheese. Expect cheese-themed rides, a cheese experience centre where you can learn the secrets of cheese-making, buildings shaped like giant cheese wedges, and oodles of cheesy food to eat. Imsil was the first place in South Korea to produce cheese, as recently as the mid-1960s, and today is the country’s major producer.

Cheese is now an important part of South Korean cuisine, and much-loved all over the country. The Cheese Theme Park celebrates the region’s cheese-making history and provides an informative and entertaining day out. There is also a shop where you can stock up on Imsil cheese and related goodies.

KidZania Seoul

KidZania Seoul
Looking for a good time for your kids? Visit KidZania when you travel to Seoul. This park is built to bring joy to both kids and adults who are kids at heart. This place is perfect if you want your kids to experience different professions, let them act on it, and maybe develop their dreams in the process.

This immersive amusement park has different facilities. Let your kids save pets at the “Vet Clinic” or build their delicious donuts at the “Donut Shop.” They can even become crime investigators or television reporters! Hone your kids’ imagination at KidZania.

Lotte World

Lotte World
Lotte World is a must-do for every traveller in South Korea! Holding the Guinness World Record for being the world’s largest indoor amusement park, Lotte World Adventure is home to heart-pumping roller coasters and captivating shows. Be sure to visit Magic Island as well, which comprises an artificial island on Seokchon Lake. Surrounded by water, the outdoor park offers a whimsical fairytale atmosphere, complete with an enormous enchanted castle as well as more than a dozen thrilling rides and attractions that are suitable for all ages.

The Lotte World Hotel and a large shopping complex is located adjacent to the amusement park, offering great fun for families, friends and couples alike.

Shinhwa Theme Park

Shinhwa Theme Park
Shinhwa Theme Park is a one-stop shop for those who seek to widen their imagination and find adventure. It is a fully integrated adventure land in Jeju Island complete with parks and hotels and even casinos. Shinhwa Theme Park has three zones that every adventurer needs to see.

Rotary Park is perfect for those who love anything that is steampunk. Oscar’s New World has Inca and Maya civilization inspired design and rides. Meanwhile, the Larva Adventure Village offers great characters that every child will love. Shinhwa Theme Park will be your favorite if you love world building and animation. Do visit it when you drop by Jeju Island.

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Wednesday, 26 December 2018

Top tourist attractions in Seoul, South Korea

Seoul offers an intoxicating mix of old and new. Ancient temples and palaces lie side by side with towering skyscrapers, thriving shopping, and sleek, modern buildings.

Top tourist attractions in Seoul, South Korea

Hangang Park

Top tourist attractions in Seoul, South Korea
Bordering the Han River which flows through Seoul, Hangang Park actually consists of 13 distinct parks and there are loads of leisure activities for visitors to enjoy. With swimming pools, bike paths and football pitches lying alongside tennis courts and large green spaces, there is something for everyone, and there are also lots of watersports on offer such as yachting and water-skiing. Relaxing amongst the nature of Hangang Park will refresh you and leave you ready to explore the rest of Seoul’s amazing sights.

Cheonggyecheon

Top tourist attractions in Seoul, South Korea
Wandering along this artificial stream that runs through Seoul is an increasingly popular thing to do; Cheonggyecheon’s peaceful ambiance makes you feel like you are a million miles from the city’s bustling streets. Plants and trees line the scenic walkways that border the stream. At night, street performers put on entertainment while light shows so prettily illuminate the water. A tranquil spot, use Cheonggyecheon’s secluded paths to get about the city with ease.

Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP)

Top tourist attractions in Seoul, South Korea
Inside the five huge halls, you can find the Design Museum, which offers an interesting look at innovative and creative Korean designs, as well as the Design Market, where you can try out new inventions and experience cutting-edge technologies that have just hit the market. There are loads to see and do, and numerous conferences, exhibitions, trade shows, and fashion shows are hosted here, so keep an eye out for any event that particularly interests you.

Noryangjin Fish Market

Top tourist attractions in Seoul, South Korea
The largest and oldest market in South Korea, Namdaemun is a bustling place to visit. You can buy anything from cheap jewelry and clothes to traditional souvenirs and electronics. A very popular place among tourists and locals, there is a dynamic feel about the market, with colorful advertisements popping out at you from every angle. With lots of great restaurants and food stalls, it is also a nice spot to head if you want to sample some of Seoul’s fantastic street food.

Lotte World

Top tourist attractions in Seoul, South Korea
A very popular attraction amongst locals, Lotte World is very much Seoul’s version of Disneyland. Children will barely be able to contain themselves once they see all the rides. Whether it’s splashing log rides that you’re after or the adrenaline filled ‘French Revolution’ roller coaster, Lotte World is one of the best places in Seoul if you’re looking for a fun time out.

N Seoul Tower

Top tourist attractions in Seoul, South Korea
One of the most recognizable landmarks in South Korea, the tower is located on Mount Namsan. There is a fun cable car ride which you can take to reach it. On one roof terrace, there are thousands of locks, left by lovers to immortalize their eternal love. At night, the observation and communication tower is delightfully illuminated against the dark sky and the panoramas of Seoul lit up in the darkness is equally mesmerizing.

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