A stroll on the scenic market of Hvanhak-dong is a great way to get acquainted with the unique atmosphere of the city and dynamic life of its people. This flea market is the largest in the city - there are more than 500 stalls that sell all kinds of goods. Many tourists visit that place to find priceless antique treasures and rare works of art, and others look for the unique atmosphere of national color. While walking through colorful rows of stalls, tourists will see magnificent Buddhist statues and paintings with national motifs, unusual furniture and antiques, and many other priceless pieces of history.
Adherents of gastronomic tourism also find Seoul very interesting. The choice of restaurants and cafes is simply amazing. Quite an interesting fact - each district of the city has its own unique "gastronomic specialty". Travelers, who want to try the best "tteokbokki" in the city (rice cakes with a special sauce made of hot pepper), should go to the Sindandon district as local cafes are famous for cooking this dish the best. Fans of meat delicacies will definitely like the national "Jokbal" dish (specially cooked pig's feet). Chefs in the Chanchhundon quarter prepare this meat delicacy in the best way. In Seoul, there are several major gastronomic streets that have the highest concentration of the most popular restaurants. On Sam Jong Dong Street, tourists can find dining venues that offer different cuisines of the world.
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