Is it good to go to Seoul on May Day? Is it suitable? How about going to Seoul on May Day? Is it fun?

Seoul is the largest city in South Korea, gathering old and new Korean culture. It is a resort and fashion center that people are full of praise for: in spring, you can enjoy cherry blossoms at the Ewha Girl Grande, in autumn, you can enjoy maple leaves at the ancient palace, and the lively Myeongdong is the best shopping paradise, and Gyeongbokgung Palace has the presence of the Forbidden City of China. Go to Seoul and experience the charm of South Korea.

Seoul has a long history of more than 600 years. It is the capital of South Korea and the political, economic, cultural and educational center of South Korea. Seoul has historical sites such as Gyeongbokgung Palace and Changdeokgung Palace, as well as places where you can experience traditional culture such as Bukchon Hanok Village, Insadong, and Namdaemun Traditional Market. In addition, Myeongdong, Apgujeong, and Asia's largest underground shopping mall COEX MALL, which are equipped with shopping malls and entertainment facilities, are also very famous places. Every year, a large number of tourists come to visit and shop. The Han River flowing through the center of the city is a unique scenery in Seoul, providing citizens with a variety of convenient and comfortable leisure spaces.

Regional distribution

The Han River that crosses the city divides Seoul into two. To the north of the river are Myeongdong and Dongdaemun, the most representative bustling business districts in Seoul, as well as Namsan Park, Attractions such as N Seoul Tower, as well as places full of history such as Insadong and Gyeongbokgung Palace; to the south of the river, Apoojeong and Cheongdam-dong are another famous shopping areas in Seoul, where top international luxury brands gather. Department stores, famous brand stores and fashion shops along the street will attract your attention. The decoration and furnishings of the shops are unique and eye-catching.

Time difference

Local time in South Korea is one hour ahead of Beijing time. For example, it is 9 am in Beijing and 10 am in Seoul.

Power socket

The voltage in South Korea is generally 220V. Generally, hotels can use 220V and 110V power supplies. Basically, Chinese household appliances can be used normally. However, Korean sockets are German standard sockets, which are two round hole plugs, and you need to purchase a German standard conversion plug. Such conversion plugs can be purchased in all major supermarkets in the country. The hotel also offers rental socket services, but the number of sockets may be limited.

Tourist Season

The best time to travel to Seoul is from September to November.

Seoul is the most beautiful in autumn, with clear skies and comfortable temperatures. From September to November, the sky seems to be particularly blue, and the maple leaves in some ancient gardens or parks in Seoul turn red, rich in color, and beautiful. If you choose to go to Seoul when spring is warm and the flowers are blooming, it will have a unique flavor. From April to June, camellias, azaleas and cherry blossoms will bloom one after another. The spring is full of beauty, and the beauty of hundreds of flowers in bloom will definitely make people fascinated. Seoul enters summer in mid-to-late June, which is relatively muggy and may have typhoon weather, so traveling at this time is not ideal. Ski enthusiasts should not miss the winter in Seoul.

Festivals

Youido Cherry Blossom Festival

Time: Cherry blossoms blooming in April every year

There are many flowers planted around Yeouido Park Cherry blossoms, especially the streets of Lunzhong Road, have always been the most popular spot for cherry blossom viewing in spring. In April, the cherry blossoms are sultry and the air is fresh. When you get up from Yeouido Subway Station, follow the path toward the National Assembly Building. Flowers are blooming on the streets, and you can return slowly.

Jongmyo Grand Festival

Time: The first Sunday in May every year

A large-scale celebration to commemorate the ancestors of the Korean royal family. The ceremony will last for one day. The royal cavalry set off from Gyeongbokgung Palace in the morning, and the majestic procession marched all the way and arrived at the ancestral hall of the ancestral temple at noon. The traditional Korean sacrificial rituals, music and song and dance performances are wonderful and full of local characteristics.

Buddha’s Birthday

Time: The eighth day of the fourth lunar month every year

Buddhism is one of the largest and most active religions in South Korea, with millions of followers believer. At that time, many places in the city will be decorated with lotus lanterns, and Jogyesa Temple, the headquarters of Korean Buddhism, will usher in its grandest moment. The lantern-burning ceremony before the Buddha's birthday is also a lively procession and celebration worth seeing.

Yandeung Festival Lantern Festival

Time: mid-to-late May every year

The Lantern Festival has a tradition of more than 600 years and is held every year in Jongno Held in the area, it is a representative traditional festival in Seoul. The opening ceremony of the Lantern Festival is to set up a large symbolic lantern in front of the Seoul City Hall Square to announce the arrival of Buddha's birthday. Afterwards, lantern lighting activities will be held in Cultural Square, Harmony Square, Huihe Square, and Datong Square. During the celebration, various temples will hold lantern lighting activities. The lights are bright and complement each other, lighting up the sky of the city.

Seoul World Fireworks Festival

Time: One day in October every year, usually held from 19:30-20:45

Every autumn at Han River Citizen Park Under the dark night sky, there will be gorgeous fireworks displays, as beautiful, vivid and colorful as flowers. This is the Seoul World Fireworks Festival. When the fireworks are dazzling, the organizers will also play a variety of music to stage an increasingly exciting fireworks art show. Watching the fireworks from the 63-story building has the best effect, but it will be crowded due to the large number of people coming. Good places to watch the fireworks are located throughout Yeouido, near the Noryangjin parking lot, and in the Ichon area on the north bank of the Han River.

Seoul Performing Arts Festival

Time: Starting from mid-October every year and lasting for one month

The surreal world expressed through body language represents modern performing arts The highest level Seoul International Performing Arts Festival (SPAF) is held every year in October in golden autumn, aiming to impress and shock the world with performances. By then, various excellent domestic and foreign plays will be performed during the festival. If you like art, don’t miss it.