Seoul
🇰🇷 South Korea
Safety Tips for Seoul
Scams to avoid, safe areas, and general safety advice
Bukhansan looks innocent on instagram but legitimately dangerous. Trails are steep rocky crowded to point where people get stuck waiting in lines at cable sections. Seen multiple helicopter rescues on popular routes. If you're not experienced hiker stick to easier trails like bukhansanseong or jeongneung sections. Main baegundae peak route essentially rock climbing disguised as hiking. Bring gloves start early have exit strategy if it gets too crowded
About Seoul
South Korea's capital blends ancient palaces with cutting-edge technology and K-pop culture. Gyeongbokgung Palace stands near Gangnam's skyscrapers and traditional markets like Dongdaemun.
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