Monday, September 24, 2012

Nothing to see here people…

As I have mentioned in my last blog, there is an increasing list of things that I must go and see.  I am here; I have the time (for the most part), as well as a lot of free time coming up. So what I thought I might do is make an informal list of things that I want to see and do before the end of the Chuseok holiday.

Seoul’s National History Museum: I’ve take a photo or two of this place from the outside, and its right next to the US Embassy. I’ve been to a few of the palaces before, but not here. It’s fairly cheap too, and seems like something that my knowledge hungry brain would enjoy.

Seoul Museum of Art: This is something that Rachel has less interest in. I on the other hand have a fondness for art, and I have been to this museum before. Back in 2008, a small group of us weirdos took the train up from Busan to tour the Van Gogh exhibit that was there. A wonderful afternoon if I may say so. Honestly, since the Van Gogh episode of Dr. Who, I have developed a romanticism of that museum visit.

The National folk Museum: If you’re starting to see a trend here, you’re right. I’ve never been here, but I have heard some amazing things. From what I have been able to gather, there is a collection of magnificent architecture, artifacts, and lovely scenery. I suppose that I’m just on a huge culture kick right now.

Namsan Tower at night: Ah finally something that is just pure spectacle rather than an attempt to become more cultured. Namsan is one of the local landmarks that can be seen almost everywhere in the city. At night the whole thing lights up along with the rest of the city. Now I don’t just want to get up there and take a look at the pretty light, but I also want to get a look at the rest of the city. Like I said the whole city lights up, and the view from the tower is very nice during the day. I can only imagine what it will look like at night.

Children’s Grand Park: This is a massive park with a few amusement rides. From what I can gather it’s just a very happy, cheerful place. Plus it’s free to get in. Zoos, gardens, and small shows are all within the boundaries of this place. This is going to be one of those places where I think I will be taking the most photos.

Now this seems like a lot, and it is, but I think that I can get it all done. Especially since the cost is going to be negligible for the most part. I would also like to try another one of my long walks at some point, just for the simple reason that I haven’t done one in a good long time. I have no idea where I would go or what I would do, but I am thinking that I will try to get on the other side of the Han River to the more fancy side of town.

I’ll keep everyone posted as to how many of these things I was able to actually do. Plus photos! I must post a few photos this time.

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