.Friday, August 24, 2007 ' 7:04 AM
Been real busy over the last 2-3 days. Busy as in going out to sight-see ard Seoul tat is :) Although the weather continues to test my respiratory functions, we managed to cover quite a few sights indeed.
The subway system in Seoul is really extensive. Over a hundred subway stations connect the city of seoul.
my 1st visit to the subway station.
The entire subway station is clean and well-maintained. It really amazes me considering the no of stations in Seoul to maintain. But it surely helps make the subway trip a pleasant one.
Koreans show an immense amt of respect for the elderly here. No matter how full the subway can be, the 3 designated seats for the-elderly / pregnant / disabled- are never taken, unless of course by 1 of the above-mentioned groups.
We stopped by the nearby station, met up with ariyo and make our way up to Cheongdeokgung palace!
I kinda notice the peculiar nature of Korean architecture. The palace is pretty impressive from the outside. hmmm.. U wouldn't see it in these pictures, but there's actually a petrol station right across the street, and a few modern buildings flanking the palace. perhaps jus a little awkward on the eye I guess.
Saw tablets on the ground depicting the positions of ministers of oldern times. On impulse, I posed for pictures with my fav no.7 . Haiz then someone purposely went to tablet no.6 for pictures..Hope the ranking system doesn't apply in real life yeah.. Wat a nasty way to start the palace tour :>>
Beautiful pond with some fantastic structures to complement it. Along the tour, ariyo was demonstrating his ability to determine whether each lady we came across had gone under the knife.. pretty impressive stuff.
Its another hot hot day in seoul...
Reached the Dongdaemun Stadium after tat. There's a famous market here as well in what is known as 1 of the largest shopping district in Asia!
There's a live outdoor performance on stage! Since we dun happen to recognize any of the performers here, we are guessing that these are newbies doing their promotion acts. Judging by their performances today, maybe we'll be seeing more of them on TV soon..
Inside 1 of the many shopping malls here.. there's so many stalls here, I believe it'll take a whole day's effort to jus cover a single mall! The decor here is elaborate and classy. Super!
Desert time! (yogurt + fruits)
According to esther, the yogurt in korea is especially nice. She's ABSOlutely RigHT!
Self-high after finishing the desert. Its a must-try for health enthusiasts.
100% satisfaction Guaranteed! (pardon our tired look though)
More snacks at the roadside stalls.. jus because esther is not in the picture doesn't mean she didn't participate in this sinful act..:P I'm jus holding her snack for the pictures yeah hahhaa.
Arrived at a huge flea market situated right inside the stadium!
U name it, u (almost definitely) can find it here in this flea market.
Stopped by a nearby roadside stall for dinner.. food was fine but definitely overcharged. Well..take it as a lesson learnt ba.
Parted ways after dinner with ariyo and we went back to plot for the next day's activity.
