Pictures of Seoul

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

This serene corner of Namsan Park displays an abundance of tree and plant species native to Korea in a series of themed gardens.

Stand beneath the arch of an ancient city gate, then lose yourself in the labyrinth of a traditional Korean market in the bustling Jung district of Seoul.

This serene corner of Namsan Park displays an abundance of tree and plant species native to Korea in a series of themed gardens.

Spend some time appreciating impressive sculptures, wander among the trees and ponds or relax with a picnic on the grass in this pleasant urban green space near the heart of Seoul.

Made world-famous by a catchy 2012 K-pop song with quirky dance moves, this is still Seoul’s most talked about neighborhood today.

This serene corner of Namsan Park displays an abundance of tree and plant species native to Korea in a series of themed gardens.

Walk amid this peaceful natural environment, ride a cable car and marvel at Seoul’s majestic skyline at this sprawling mountain park.

South Korea’s leading university is a city within a city, with students living, exercising, learning and socializing on site at its main campus.

Admire the majesty of this towering historic gate and marvel at the stark contrast between this proud symbol of ancient Seoul and its ultra-modern surroundings.

This serene corner of Namsan Park displays an abundance of tree and plant species native to Korea in a series of themed gardens.

Discover over 900 years of history at this former royal residence, an opulent building filled with grand halls and centuries-old shrines.

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

Walk amid this peaceful natural environment, ride a cable car and marvel at Seoul’s majestic skyline at this sprawling mountain park.

Dating back to the late 1800s, this Gothic church is the final resting place of martyrs and offers a pleasant respite from Seoul’s hectic streets. 

Discover over 900 years of history at this former royal residence, an opulent building filled with grand halls and centuries-old shrines.

This serene corner of Namsan Park displays an abundance of tree and plant species native to Korea in a series of themed gardens.

This serene corner of Namsan Park displays an abundance of tree and plant species native to Korea in a series of themed gardens.

This serene corner of Namsan Park displays an abundance of tree and plant species native to Korea in a series of themed gardens.

Discover the place where the Great West Gate of Hanyang once stood in what is now a surprisingly diverse outer suburb of Seoul.

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

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