Dongmyo Shrine, Cheonggyecheon and Changdeokgung Palace

We spent our first day exploring the nearby area in Dongmyo. As we were walking around the are we passed by the Dongmyo Shrine (also known as Seoul Donggwanwangmyo) in Seoul was built in 1601. Construction began in 1599 and took two years to complete. On January 21st, 1963 Dongmyo Shrine was designated as Treasure No. 142.  The shrine was built to honour Chinese Commander Guan Yu (162 – 219). The spirit of Guan Yu is said to have appeared and helped the Koreans defeat the Japanese. The shrine was built at the request of the Ming Dynasty for their part in aiding the Koreans during the Imjin War (Japanese invasion in 1592). In China, Guan Yu was a hero and many temples and shrines were built in his honour.  The shrine...

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Where to Stay in Seoul: K Hostel, Jongno-Gu, Seoul South Korea

Upon reading blogs about Seoul, I found one blogger that recommended K Hostel because of its location. On our search at AirBnB for accommodation, I found one near Seoul Station and it cost USD 500 for 5 nights (for 7 persons). I also search for hotels in Myeongdong and Dongdaemun area but it cost around Php 85, 000 to 100,000. We chose K Hostel and it only cost Php 18,000.00 for 5 nights for the 7 of us with free breakfast and fast wifi. You can also bring take out food and eat at the community room. You can also cook your own food and use the facilities but make sure to clean your mess after. The room is spacious and also the bed. My husband and I shared the same single bed. The bathroom is also clean and spacious with...

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6 Days Seoul, South Korea Itinerary: Visa, Travel Info, Budget, Getting Around

  http://english.seoul.go.kr/life-information/visit-to-seoul/ Because I am Korean drama fanatic, I immediately grabbed the PISO sale of Cebu Pacific to South Korea. Just like our previous out of the county travels, we waited for 9 months. It also means we have 9 months of preparing the itinerary, accommodation and the most important one is VISA. VISA   How to Apply and Get a Tourist Visa in South Korea BUDGET Airfare (Piso Sale from Cebu Pacific Air): Php 7,500.00 Travel Tax: Php 1,620.00 Terminal Fee:  Php 550.00 Accommodation:  Php 18,000.00 for the six of us for 5 nights Nami Island Tour:  23,000 won or Php 920.00 Everland: 32,000 won (with discount voucher) or Php 1,280.00  T-Money: 20,000 won for...

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