Welcome to Seoul
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Seoul is a city of contrasts in which the ancient and the modern harmoniously coexist. In one sense, it’s a hi-tech 21st-century city awash with neon lights and the sights and sounds of a 24 hour metropolis, while at the same time, a city retaining the majesty and graceful ambience of the ancient dynasties that once ruled. Like the river Han on which it sits, Seoul is constantly moving as it strides boldly into the future, yet simultaneously managing to keep one foot firmly entrenched in its historical past.
Facts
| Population | 10,420,000 |
| Currency | South Korean Won (KRW) |
| Opening hours | Generally opening hours from around 9am to 8pm. Several night markets are open throughout the night. Banks are open Monday to Friday from 9am to 5pm. |
| Website | http://english.visitkorea.or.kr www.seoulsearching.com www.visitkorea.or.kr |
| Newspapers | The Seoul Times, The Korea Times |
| Emergency numbers | Police: 112 Fire or Ambulance: 119 Red Cross: 1339 |
| Tourist information | Korea Tourism Organization Address: 40 Cheongyecheonno, Jung-gu, Seoul 100-180 Opening hours: 9am-8pm everyday Tel: +82 2 1330 (24 hours) http://english.visitkorea.or.kr |




















