RCI EV Issue 8 Spring Summer 2013
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SHOPPING<br />
SEOUL<br />
Gangnam Style<br />
PACK YOUR BIGGEST SUITCASE AND COME SHOPPING IN SEOUL<br />
BY LEANNE DE TOERKENCZY<br />
The capital of South Korea, Seoul, is a fascinating mix of the old and the new: from the Buddhist<br />
temples and palaces to the fashion runways of downtown.<br />
Seoul is one of the most popular tourist destinations and it is packed with traditional markets,<br />
high end labels, cutting edge shopping and some great bargains. So wear comfortable shoes,<br />
put on a smile, bring your money and let’s go shopping.<br />
Temple overlooking Gangnam district.<br />
Myeongdong If you love fashion<br />
and style you are in for a treat.<br />
Megeongdong is the centre of shopping<br />
in Seoul consisting of over 300,000<br />
square meters of pure shopping. Here<br />
you will find big brand names such as<br />
Zara, the fashion giant UNIQLO, H&M<br />
and Nike. Migliore Mall is a major draw<br />
card for visitors and shoppers. There is<br />
easy access to it’s stores through various<br />
subway connections and it is regarded as<br />
the shopping district for the 5 to 20+ age<br />
group. Teenagers tend to flock here, as<br />
there is entertainment and a great Food<br />
Hall on level seven. There are so many<br />
shops here, and many sell unique selfdesigned<br />
clothes, bags and shoes. Plus it<br />
has the famous Lotte Department store<br />
with several floors of duty free shopping<br />
where you buy hands free and pick up at<br />
the airport later. Some shops have prices<br />
on them but many don’t so get ready to<br />
bargain, it’s all part of the fun.<br />
Dongdaemun This is a mega<br />
shopping experience where you can shop<br />
all day and shop all night. There are a<br />
number of large buildings and there is<br />
12 SPRING/SUMMER <strong>2013</strong>
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