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8 Free Things to do in Seoul

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One of the best ways to truly understand the place you’re visiting is to learn about its history and culture. Seoul’s museums help you do just that. The best part: many museums in Seoul are free to enter. The five national museums in Seoul have no admission fee to see permanent exhibitions. You can see art at the National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art, Korean history at the National Museum of Korea, and Korean culture at the National Folk Museum of Korea. Four out of five national museums are conveniently located around Gyeongbukgung at the center of Seoul.
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8 Bingsu Places in Seoul to Try

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Dating back to the Joseon Dynasty, bingsu (빙수) has long been a favorite summer treat in Korea. Bingsu is shaved ice that is topped with a variety of ingredients. The classic patbingsu, reminiscent of what was eaten during the Joseon era by court officials, consists of a shaved ice base topped with ingredients such as adzuki beans, rice cakes, and ground nut powder. There are many Bingsu places in Seoul you should try when you visit South Korea. 
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A Guide to Facial Treatments in South Korea

South Korea is well-known for its beauty industry, which ranges from plastic surgery to skincare to makeup. People from all over the world come to experience South Korea's top-notch facial treatments and cosmetic surgery. According to the Korean Tourism Organization, in 2019, over 85,000 people visited South Korea for dermatological reasons and over 90,000 for plastic surgery procedures. Therefore, facial treatments in South Korea are considered the best in the world. 
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Waste Disposal & Recycling in Korea – Full Breakdown

Recycling in Korea
When it comes to recycling in Korea there are a lot of strict regulations and policies compared to other countries. In Korea garbage is separated into common garbage (일반쓰레기), food waste (음식물쓰레기), recyclables (재활용품), and large waste objects (대형페기물). However, each garbage category has its own separate regulation which causes a lot of confusion to foreigners who come from countries where recycling is not mandatory. It is important to adjust and follow Korean regulations since improper disposal can lead to warnings or (at the worst) to fines.
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10 Best Open Street Markets in South Korea to Check Out

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South Korea is famous for its open street markets. You can find many open street markets in South Korea from Seoul to Jeju. They are a great place to experience the full authentic Korean shopping experience. Many sell a variety of Korean food, side dishes, clothes, accessories, and souvenirs. Most of these open street markets are open all year-round. They are visited by both locals and tourists and are very foreigner-friendly. It can be a bit crowded and chaotic but you will be able to find pretty much anything you need at these markets. We have chosen the 10 best open street markets all across South Korea. 
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