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Taiwan’s second-largest city is changing its industrial focus and emerging as a modern hub of entertainment and culture.

Korea’s third-largest city is a fascinating mix of political history, modern shopping malls and entertainment districts, and remote outer islands. 

Korea’s third-largest city is a fascinating mix of political history, modern shopping malls and entertainment districts, and remote outer islands. 

The South Korean metropolis has some of Asia’s busiest markets and nightlife districts alongside tranquil teahouses and palaces surrounded by gardens.

Korea’s third-largest city is a fascinating mix of political history, modern shopping malls and entertainment districts, and remote outer islands. 

This 16th-century emperor’s garden tomb, commissioned nine years after the ruler’s death, is an early example of red sandstone and marble Mughal architecture.

From conventional to unique, this park/art gallery offers pleasant outdoor walks, beautiful sea and sky views, and thought-provoking installation or performance art.

This central Seoul district offers shopping and culture with traditional Korean art, antiques, and crafts.

Escape the busy streets of Seoul with a visit to this tranquil temple, which has existed for over 1,000 years. 

Join the masses who snap selfies every year at one of the most Instagrammed sites in South Korea, a UFO-like building that hosts a variety of events. 

A colorful and artistic Buddhist temple complex, this religious site stands atop a rocky cliff where you can see spectacular sea views. 

This wonderfully designed shopping complex is as great a place to wander or to sip coffee as it is to browse for the latest South Korean trends. 

Immerse yourself in the colorful sights of South Korea’s largest and most famous Chinese district, which is known for its exceptional food. 

Admire a treasure trove of precious relics from the Silla dynasty in the former capital of the ancient Korean millennial kingdom.

This magnificent monument to Buddha and the bodhisattvas is located in an expansive seaside temple complex of beautiful tropical gardens and rolling, green hills.

The staggering complex that hosted the 2008 Olympic Games has now been transformed into a top-class tourist attraction.

Tour the temple complex where for many years imperial scholars would pray to the philosopher Confucius before sitting their tough examinations.

This well-planned lakeside area is one of the city’s most popular leisure spots, offering outdoor activities as well as a diverse variety of shops and restaurants.

This magnificent monument to Buddha and the bodhisattvas is located in an expansive seaside temple complex of beautiful tropical gardens and rolling, green hills.

Tour the temple complex where for many years imperial scholars would pray to the philosopher Confucius before sitting their tough examinations.

This ancient temple is one of the largest and most extravagant temples in China, with soaring ceilings and hundreds of statues.

This 16th-century emperor’s garden tomb, commissioned nine years after the ruler’s death, is an early example of red sandstone and marble Mughal architecture.

This magnificent monument to Buddha and the bodhisattvas is located in an expansive seaside temple complex of beautiful tropical gardens and rolling, green hills.

Admire this magnificent Buddhist statue of the mercy goddess Guan Yin, which towers above the South China Sea from a golden platform in the Nanshan temple complex.