South Korea

All you need to know

• When does the cherry blossom happen in full bloom in Seoul?

  Cherry blossom dates keep changing every year. But usually, around end of March and early April is when Cherry Blossom is in full bloom in and around Seoul city.

• Area there any other place near Gyeongju that are recommended to visit?

  Bulguksa Temple and Seokguram Grotto are famous Buddhist sites not to be missed while visiting the Gyeongju Historical Area. About 40 mins drive from Gyeongju is a interesting site in Gimhae city – Tomb of Queen Heo believed to be a princess from the Indian city of Ayodhaya. It is worth a visit for every Indian traveller.

• Is Jeju Island good for Golf?

  Jeju Island has more than 30 golf courses with some of them being PGA rates as well. It is a perfect island to enjoy a game of golf.

• Does Seoul have any beach?

  Seoul is not a coastal city and does not have any beach. It, however, has a famous Han River that bisects the city into 2 halves. There are many activities that can be done on and around the Han River including river cruise with/without dinner.

• What is the best way to travel to Gyeongju?

  From Seoul one can take the KTX Bullet Train. It takes approx. 2 hours and there is a train every 15 mins. From Busan, it is approx. 1-hour drive to Gyeongju city.

• Does Seoul have any amusement parks?

  Lotte World Amusement Park located in Seoul city is the world’s largest indoor amusement park. Apart from that Everland Theme park – Korea’s largest amusement park is located just an hours drive from Seoul downtown.