Alone in Korea
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Korea is extremely safe--I've been working here for three months now, and, although I can't say I love it here, I never feel at risk. I live in Bupyeong, the red light district of Incheon, and things are hopping at all hours. Although I get lots of stares, I've never had anyone behave improperly, or been pick-pocketed.
My advice on where to go would be southward, to Gyeong. It's the ancient capital of the Silla Dynasty, as well as the site of the most famous Buddhist shrine in Korea. Nature abounds! From there you can head further south to the coast.
If you are closer to Seoul, I would head east from there and go to one of the three state parks--all are amazing. Visit in either the spring(March to May) or fall(mid-October to November), otherwise you're in for icy cold or extreme heat.TL 07 Oct 2008, 04:23 - Report