Photo via Korea Tourism Organization
We all know that Calgarians love to travel, but, have you ever considered Korea for your next trip?
That’s right, the land of K-pop, soju, and kimchi is a fun, bustling country full of delight for any kind of traveller – Calgarians included! Whether you’re into a jam-packed itinerary or a more slow-paced vacation, Korea has so many wonderful sights and sounds to take in.
Don’t believe us? Here are just a few hidden gems to check out in Korea based on your travel persona. Let’s go!
Library aficionados will have a fantastic time touring some of Korea’s best libraries, known not only for their collections but also their stunning locations and architectural designs. This is true for the Cheongun Literature Library, nestled at the base of the Inwangsan Mountain and housed within a hanok — a traditional wooden Korean building.
Ok wait a minute, it’s ramen-palooza time at the CU Ramyun Library, a working convenience store and noodle library (!) in Seoul, home to over 100 brands of instant noodle goodness ready to be slurped up.
For something artistic, check out the Hyundai Card Art Library located in central Seoul for rare and one-of-a-kind original publications.
Korea is home to some really impressive and popular cafes that even the most die-hard coffee lovers will be impressed with!
Mujigae Pension Espresso on Geojedo Island (the second largest island in Korea) is a dream to visit. It serves espresso, black tea, and artisanal lattes against breathtaking sea views.
You can sip on Americanos, aero-pressed drinks, pour-overs, and more at the equally as beautiful Type Coffee Hangang Branch in bustling Seoul. For more relaxed vibes, order some hand-crafted drinks at the breathtaking Outro Coffee in Cheongju for some slowed-down time in a mountain setting.
Art lovers will have a time in Korea with so many museums and galleries to explore! If you only have time to visit one, make sure it’s the Seoul’s Daelim Museum, which started as a photography museum but has now expanded to include video, illustration, installation, and design!
Korea is also home to many festivals that’ll have you wrapped up in this country’s true aura. If you happen to travel to the Land of the Morning Calm during the spring and summer seasons, you’ll be able to attend such wonderful celebrations!
Starting with the Yeon Deung Hoe festival in May where 100,000 lotus lanterns illuminate the city streets for traditional Buddhist culture. For music lovers, Waterbomb is the place to be in Korea during the summer — a huge EDM and K-Pop party!
Don’t worry, the fun continues all night in K-town. For some seriously breathtaking views of the Seoul skyline and Hangang River, visit SEOULDAL, a floating gas balloon that offers a unique POV, 130 meters off the ground!
Visitors can get an intimate look into some of Korea’s royal palaces under the guise of night, too. The Gyeonbokgung Night Tour allows guests inside these ornate buildings. Be sure to get your tickets fast because this highly-anticipated tour sells out regularly!
No matter what kind of traveller you are, Korea has something for everyone! It’s a country full of vibrant culture, music, literature, and more and now is the time to put it on your bucket list!
Visit the Korean Tourism website to learn more about this gorgeous country and its culture, and start planning your trip!
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