Travel News

How far did I travel this week?:

This week I traveled an hour away from Seoul to visit a Buddhist temple.

How far have I traveled on this journey so far?:

I have traveled as far as four hours out from Seoul during a field trip with the UCEAP program. Luckily, I got to sit in a bus rather than taking the train!

How did I get around this week?:

I always walk to school, which is a 20-minute commute from my apartment. If I want to go anywhere else in Seoul, I take the metro, which costs 1,250 ₩ per trip.

What was the most interesting place I visited this week?:

The most interesting place I visited this week was the Gyeongbokgung Palace. It was built in 1395 and is the largest palace in Seoul.

Time Zone: KST Korea Standard Time +9
Local Time: Sep 28, 2019 5:15am