Soul of Republic of Korea
Area
·605.2㎢
Population
·9,838,892
(in 2018)
Religion
·Protestantism, Buddhism, Catholic
Language
·Korean
History
·It was a capital of Joseon dynasty for 500 years
·It hosted 'Seoul Olympics' in 1988 which is recognized as the end of Cold War. 160 Country participated the event.
Time
·GMT+9
Climate
Currency
·WON
(KRW)
Cost of Living
·Generally, cost of meal is inexpensive than that of grocery
·Price of meal in regular restaurant : 8,000 KRW(6.8 USD)
·Price of milk(1L) : 2,500 KRW(2.13 USD)
·Price of banana(1kg) : 4,375 KRW(3.72 USD)
Transportation
·M Pass : It Enables users to ride Airport Railroad Express, subway and bus in Seoul up to 20 times a day
·1 Day 15,000 KRW(12.75 USD), 3 Day 30,500 KRW(25.92 USD)
·Basic fare of bus : 1,450 KRW(1.23 USD)
·Basic fare of taxi : 3,800 KRW(up to 2km, 3.23 USD)
·Recommended Taxi APP : Kakao T
·Recommended Subway APP : NAVITIME Transit
Gratuity
·Tipping is not necessary
Tax Refund
·Minimum Purchase in tax-free shops : 30,000 KRW(25.48 USD)↑
·Refund Rate : 10%
Voltage
·220V, 50Hz
Dial Code
·National Code : 82, Seoul Area Code : 02
(82) 02-323-2240 : Hongdae Tourist Information Center
Area
·605.2㎢
Population
·9,838,892
(in 2018)
Religion
·Protestantism, Buddhism, Catholic
Language
·Korean
History
·It was a capital of Joseon dynasty for 500 years
·It hosted 'Seoul Olympics' in 1988 which is recognized as the end of Cold War. 160 Country participated the event.
Time
·GMT+9
Climate
Currency
·WON
(KRW)
Cost of Living
·Generally, cost of meal is inexpensive than that of grocery
·Price of meal in regular restaurant : 8,000 KRW(6.8 USD)
·Price of milk(1L) : 2,500 KRW(2.13 USD)
·Price of banana(1kg) : 4,375 KRW(3.72 USD)
Transportation
·M Pass : It Enables users to ride Airport Railroad Express, subway and bus in Seoul up to 20 times a day
·1 Day 15,000 KRW(12.75 USD), 3 Day 30,500 KRW(25.92 USD)
·Basic fare of bus : 1,450 KRW(1.23 USD)
·Basic fare of taxi : 3,800 KRW(up to 2km, 3.23 USD)
·Recommended Taxi APP : Kakao T
·Recommended Subway APP : NAVITIME Transit
Gratuity
·Tipping is not necessary
Tax Refund
·Minimum Purchase in tax-free shops : 30,000 KRW(25.48 USD)↑
·Refund Rate : 10%
Voltage
·220V, 50Hz
Dial Code
·National Code : 82, Seoul Area Code : 02
(82) 02-323-2240 : Hongdae Tourist Information Center