Archive for June, 2009

North Korea is located in the northern half of Korean Peninsula. It shares its borders with China, Russia, South Korea and Japan. Large number of attractions and temperate climate are successful enough to attract myriad of tourists every year. Its principal cities, as per the map of North Korea, are also not lagging behind in offering comfort and catering to their needs.

Some main cities of North Korea

  • Pyongyang- it is the largest and the capital city of North Korea. It is designed with imposing monuments, monolithic building and wide avenues in addition of some notable landmarks such as the Arch of triumph, Juche Tower, Pyongyang TV tower, Kumsusan Memorial Palace etc

North Korea: Difficult Yet Good To Visit

Sunday, June 14th, 2009
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Considered as one of the reclusive part in the world, North Korea allows limited number of tourists groups to visit it. Tough some selected Koreans are allowed to visit their families in the South; this country requires people to have an organized touring operation to visit it. Since many people access to North Korea via China, the visits are tacked on to China tours.

South Korea: Advanced Yet Traditional

Sunday, June 14th, 2009
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A country located in East Asia, South Korea is result of dramatic split-up of Korea in the fifties. North Korea flanks this one of the richest countries in this region. The world has seen an immense growth in the economy, infrastructure and technology after the split-up. The economic development of this country has stunned the whole world.

The History Of Korea

Saturday, June 13th, 2009
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The history of Korea stretches from Lower Paleolithic times to the present. The earliest pottery period lead to Neolithic period and then to Bronze Age followed by Gojoseon Kingdom. By 3rd century BC, it disintegrated into many successor states. In the early Common Era, the three kingdoms of Silla, Goguryeo and Baekje, conquered the states of Gojoseon and dominated the peninsula. Goguryeo became the most powerful and defeated massive Chinese invasion. Silla extended across Korea and established the first unified state of Korean peninsula.

Pusan: A Combination And Ocean And Mountain

Saturday, June 13th, 2009
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The second largest city of Korea, Pusan is the principle port for carrying out international cargos. It also serves as the main port for ferrying passengers to Japan and Jeju Island. With a population of 4 million people, it is an attractive city with lots of fun and enjoyment.

Seoul: Getting Ahead With Time

Wednesday, June 10th, 2009
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A capital city since 14th centuries, Seoul, South Korea has a history which it can be proud of. Some of the gates in the old city endorse the historical richness of this city—they are the first attractions for the tourists. One of the gates South Gate in the center of this bustling is a subject of pride for Seoul. It used to be the main entry to the city.

Vietnam Feb Foreign Visitor Arrivals Surge

Tuesday, June 9th, 2009
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The number of international visitor arrivals in Vietnam in January was estimated to have risen 13.1 percent on year and 3.0 percent on month, a government report issued Thursday said.

Of the estimated 380,000 visitors, 219,388 were tourists, up 11.4 percent from a year ago, the Government Statistical Office said.

Other visitors included an estimated 51,060 business visitors, up 6.6 percent on year, and a projected 74,479 people visiting family members, up 51.7 percent from a year earlier. The number of people who visited their families was high because the Lunar New Year holidays fell in February.

The City Of Seoul - South Korean Capital

Monday, June 8th, 2009
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Over 20 million Koreans live in and around Seoul, yet it is one of few a cities that has successfully preserved its buildings from the past and integrated them into the skyline of a growing global city.

Seoul is loud and bustling, as befits one of the most densely populated metropolises on Earth. Lines of cars and throngs of people press their way through the cavernous streets. Oversized illuminated advertising marks the way, selling products in a foreign script. The subway system is Seoul's new and perfectly organized underworld. In the midst of all this chaos, visitors may suddenly come upon an oasis of stillness in one of the country's numerous temples, parks and pavilions.

Some Important Things To Be Learn About Seoul

Thursday, June 4th, 2009
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Seoul, the capital city of South Korea, is situated at the bank of Han River. Offering several enticing destinations for the tourists and experiencing glory in different aspects, it has its own world of palaces, temples, museums, parks ands gardens. All these attractions fascinated tourists and to make their trip comfortable, there is good means of transportation and good options of hotels in Seoul.

Seoul Korea, displaying rich architectural and cultural heritage is manifested in its temples, palaces, art, crafts and museums. Four of its palaces are great draw for the tourists:-

Successfull Travel Is Not Just Cheap Plane Tickets

Thursday, June 4th, 2009
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Planning ahead when traveling can save you so much time. Simple things such as trying to find cheap plane tickets is obvious, but researching your selected place of travel is the most important thing you can do to ensure a fantastic holiday or business trip.

Making a list and checking it twice. Decide before you start to pack what you will actually need to take with you. A good place to start is to think of all the things you wish you had brought on previous trips. Sit down for a minute and imagine you are already at your destination, try to think hard about what you will need. Don not forget to review your list after
you have packed and check off the items you have packed.