Got off the ship and headed to over to the Naryangin Fish Market – the largest in Seoul and the largest I have ever seen. The market is open 24/7. They sell wholesale and to individuals. Often the local people come and buy their fish for the evening meal and take it upstairs to one of the restaurants.
Next we took a scenic drive around the city on the way to the Jogye Temple. There was a festival being celebrated and there were flowers everywhere. For a donation that goes to needy children, One can make three wishes. I made mine, and picked the flower pot I wanted my wishes to “grow” for the next 30 days.
The next stop was to Insa-dong Street to experience the busy marketplace. We also enjoyed a traditional Korean lunch that included Kimchi.
After lunch went over to Gyeingbokgung Palace to watch the changing of the guard and spent time walking around and being awed by the structures and size of this palace located right downtown.
Took a quick walk up the hill to Bukchon Hankok Village which still retains its’ original architecture.
Drove by the US military base on the way to Namdaemun South Gate Market, a very busy open air market downtown that sells just about everything.
Last stop for the day was the N Seoul Tower with 360 degree views of the city and surrounding areas.
Very full, but wonderful day!
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