Hassan's Cyber Note-book

Samcheong dong is popular for trendy coffee shops, out of box fashion stuff, traditional Korean restaurants and cute jewelry items for girls! But it's a popular spot fit couples. There are many cafes which offer waffle deals with coffee for couples. Though it gets crowded on weekend but highly recommended itinerary for foreign tourists ^^ Things to do : walk around whole area, sip coffee, take photos , check out shops. See an exhibition in an art gallery etc. How to reach there : exit 1 anguk station. Turn right after 100 m and walk straight

Old city hall has been converted into beautiful and spacious public library. There are 4 floors in it. 2nd floor has books on different topics such as arts, history , traveling etc. surveys and literature related to Seoul city can be found on 3rd floor. Global resources are placed in 4th floor where one can find literature related to many countries of world. Membership ; foreigners can get membership card from information desk located inside book cafe 2nd floor.

Cheapest, affordable and convenient spot for skating. It's 2000 Korean won per hour for adults ;) but make sure to arrive early !

You can find Gangnam Style stage for taking pictures outside exit 11 of Gangnam Station! Make sure you pose as PSY dancing :)

Insadong is famous for traditional Korean gifts and presents. But nowadays it is also famous for traditional Korean tea and food! Here are couple of pictures 1- green tea from Jeju island 2- 칼국수 Rice noodles!

Here are some pictures that I took around Seoul!                                                                     In front of Hamilton Hotel Itaewon                                                                   Starbucks Coffee shop @Itaewon                                                                                    Coex Mall, Samseong Station Line 2 Hamilton Hotel Itaewon

I got chance to experience temple stay in Korea. It was Jeondeungsa Temple in Ganghwa island Incheon city 전등사 강화도 인천. The temple is located an hour and half drive from Seoul. Overall trip was organized and sponsored by KEB bank/Korean temple organization! Here are some pictures. For more info. Visit templestay.com Activities for first day : vegetarian lunch , orientation, room allotment, Learn how to bow and greet each other, bell ringing ceremony, meditation yoga Activities for second day: wake up at 4-', morning ceremonial services, breakfast, hike to mountain, community work, tea ceremony, lunch and departure              Day 2 : Morning Ceremonial Services (Special prayers) started at 4.30 am! It was -13C at that time.                                                          View of snow-cove...

I hiked to Seoul namsan tower from haebongchong (Yongsan-dong 2 ga) with my friend at night time. It was fabulous. Check out pictures!    View of Seoul Namsan Tour at Night    1 Km left to reach base of Seoul Tower :)   View from base of tower   Colors of fall still visible at Namsan Tower!   View of City from Top

Busan is second largest city of Korea, and it is located in its southern part. Busan is city of beaches and harbor. Here are few famous tourist "must visit" spots : Shinsegae  is world largest  Departmental Store located near Haeundae Beach. You can shop, eat, and watch movies over there. It is located near Centum City Station Lotte Departmental store is located next to Shinsegae. Both of them together makes a paradise for shopping  BEXCO is an exhibition hall same as COEX. These days KOREA IT EXPO is being held there.   Dongbaek Park (동백섬) is another must visit place in Korea. You can view glorious sea from here as well as APEC house- a famous spot where many dramas were recorded and view of Haeundae Beach Haeundae Beach is most famous beach in Korea. It is located in city that makes it more special. Visit there in June-August   Beomeosa Temple is located on mountain and provides a serene and calm environment to...

Muakgeuk 'Cheoyong', a traditional performance was held at Korea Culture House (KOUS). Here are some pictures of the performance. Hope you enjoy it ~