Finding old Seoul

Although Seoul has a history dating back over 2,000 years, it has suffered numerous devestating invasions which have resulted in extensive rebuilding - hence the modern look of most parts of the city. The Korean War took quite a toll, but perhaps worse was the delibrate destruction of anything of Korean cultural value by the Japanese during their occupation. However, pockets of the old city remain and we found that taking the effort to find them was well worth it.

The rooftops of one of Seoul's old districts

Though no doubt renovated over the decades, these great old houses retain fantastic character

The hilly, winding lanes give you an idea of what much of the city must have looked like pre-invasion

Of course, most of the city is considerably newer...

Jongro Tower

A Jongno building in reflection

Very non-traditional illuminated waterfall, built 2004