Seoul History Walking Tour
Description
Journey through Seoul's 630 years of history, step-by-step, with an Australian tour guide. This tour walks you through the historical center of Seoul, tracing Korea's evolution from the Joseon Dynasty to a modern, global powerhouse. Discover the legacy of pivotal figures like King Sejong and Admiral Yi Sun-sin, and learn about South Korea's struggle for democracy against dictatorship.
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Itinerary
Why did the city bells ring 28 times at night and 33 times in the morning?
What did this stream provide Seoul throughout the Joseon Dynasty, Korean War, and in modern times?
How is Seoul City Hall an architectural gem, both inside and out?
How does this plaza reflect the hearts of modern citizens?
How much of the palace and cityscape reveals itself from this perch?
Why do Koreans say that if you walk along this stone wall with your spouse, you will soon be divorced?
How did Imperial Japan force Korea to surrender its independence?
How did Korea's first school for girls change societal views on women's roles?
Why did Korea's penultimate monarch flee his palace in the middle of the night and stay here for a year?
How did this general save Korea and change the course of world history? (no exaggeration)
Why is Sejong considered the greatest king of the Joseon Dynasty?
How many protests does it take to change a democracy?
How much history can you see from the rooftop?
Why is this the site of the world's longest running protest?
How does the ringing of bells connect us with the universe?
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Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels