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Chongmyo Shrine
Chongmyo Shrine is a heavily wooded garden with buildings containing the royal ancestral tablets of the Choson Dynasty. On the first Sunday of May, the inner courtyards and shrines of Chongmyo are opened to the public for one of the most interesting ceremonies in Korea - the annual Confucian ceremonial rite. Chongmyo Shrine was added to UNESCO's World Heritage List in 1995. Namsan (Mountain) & Seoul Tower
War Memorial
Han-gang Riverside Park
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Namsan,
a granite mountain (256 m), is located in the heart of Seoul. It contains
a variety of cultural and entertainment facilities, including an octagonal
pavilion, the Seoul Tower (237 m) at the summit, a botanical garden, and
statues of famous historical people. On the northern part of the mountain,
one can find the Korean Film Production Board and the Drama Center. To
the east lays the National Theater. Another Namsan attraction is found
at the northern foot of the mountain. Opened in April 1998, The Village
of Traditional Houses, is composed of 3 parts: Time Capsule Plaza, a traditional
garden, and the village itself, which features five traditional Korean
houses. The mountain's interior is joined together by three tunnels connecting
the city's northern and southern districts. Cable car rides to the summit
also provide a panoramic view of the entire capital and its surrounding
countryside.
Opened
in June 1994, the War Memorial offers visitors an educational experience
of the many wars in which Korea was involved. Many documents and war memorabilia
have been collected and displayed. These are excellent examples of Korea's
5,000-year history of resistance to numerous invasions, while still maintaining
national self-esteem. The War Memorial has several display rooms and an
outdoor exhibition center displaying military equipment.
The
whole stretch of Han-gang riverbank (30km long) has been transformed into
a series of green parks, providing Seoul residents with recreational and
sports facilities. The park is also a popular playground for water sports
lovers. Cruise boats plying between Youido and Chamsill can also provide
visitors with a wonderful view of Seoul's modern skyline. The Korean Life
insurance Building (KLI 63 Building) on Youido, with its 63 floors is
on of Asia's tallest buildings. This asset has made it a popular tourist
attraction. In addition to its panoramic view, visitors can enjoy its
observation deck, its aquarium, which features a sea calf show, and its
I-MAX theater.