Introduction to Korean English

Seoul is in the northwest of Korea. There are 605.39 square kilometers in downtown Seoul? Area, roughly divided into two halves of the Han River. Hanjiang River and its surrounding areas have played an important role in Korean history. The three Koreas tried to control the land, and the river was used as a trade route to China (through the Yellow Sea). However, this river is no longer used for navigation, because its mouth is located on the border between North and South Korea, and no civilians are allowed to enter. The city is surrounded by eight mountains, as well as the Hanjiang plain and the flatter land in the western region.

[Editor] Climate

Climatic map of Seoul

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Total precipitation in millimeters

Source: climate-charts.com.

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3.7

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5.3

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79

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Fahrenheit average temperature

Total precipitation in inches

Like other parts of Korea, Seoul has a humid continental climate (K? Ppen climate classification Dwa), although the country is surrounded by water on three sides. Summer is usually hot and humid, and the rainy season lasts from June to July. August is the hottest month, with an average temperature of 72 degrees Fahrenheit to 86 degrees Fahrenheit (22 degrees Celsius to 30 degrees Celsius), and there may be higher temperatures. Winter is usually very cold. The average temperature in January is19 F to 33 F (-7 C to1C), which is usually much drier than summer, although there are 28 days of snowfall in Seoul every year.

[Editor] Urban Landscape

Modern Park Building.

The view of the three-star tower palace.

The traditional center of Seoul is the old Korean dynasty city, and now it is the city center, where most palaces, government offices, corporate headquarters, hotels and traditional markets are located. The area is located in Qingxichuan Valley, which is a river that flows through the valley from west to east and finally flows into the Han River. The river has been covered with concrete for many years, but it was recently restored through an urban renewal project. To the north of the urban area is Beihan Mountain, and to the south is the smaller Nanshan Mountain. Further south are Longshan District and Mapu District in the old suburbs, as well as the Han River. On the other side of the Han River are newer and richer areas in Jiangnan District, Ruicao District and surrounding areas. South Korea's World Trade Center is located in Jiangnan District, where many expositions and conferences are held. There is also COEX Mall in Jiangnan District, which is a large indoor shopping and entertainment center. Downstream of Jiangnan District is Ruyi Island, which is a big island, the seat of the National Assembly, the main broadcasting studio and many large office buildings, and also the seat of the Korean Financial Building and the largest Pentecostal church in the world. Adjacent to Ruyi Island is Bamseom, an uninhabited island in the middle of the river. Olympic Stadium, Olympic Park and Lotte World are located in Songpu District on the south bank of the Han River, in the upper reaches of Jiangnan District. In the south of the vast Jiangnan area are Nanshan, Qingxi Mountain and Guana Mountain.

Overlooking the dim scenery of Gangnam-gu, Seoul.

South Seoul

Zhongluta

Major modern landmarks include Korea Financial Tower, N Seoul Tower, World Trade Center, Building 63 and six-story skyscraper, residential tower and palace. These and various high-rise office buildings, such as Seoul Star Tower and Chung-Lu Tower, dominate the city's skyline. Because of its high density, Seoul has been equipped with the magnificent appearance of skyscrapers, and the City Council is now planning to build a series of high-rise buildings, including the 580-meter-high commercial center in Sangam Digital Media City and the 800-meter-high Lotte World Building 2 in Jamsil (pronounced "Jam-shil") in Songba District and Donggang District.

In the late14th century, when Seoul was originally designed as the capital, urban and municipal planning was a key concept. The royal palace of the Korean dynasty remains in Seoul, and the main palace, Gyeongbokgung Palace, is now recovering its original form. Today, there are eight major subway lines extending over 250 kilometers, the ninth and tenth lines are being planned, and there are some other miscellaneous lines.

The most historic street in Seoul is Chung Lu, which means "Chung Street". On this street, you can find a pavilion containing a big clock. The bells indicate different times of the day, so they control the four main gates of the city. Now the only normal ringing time is midnight on New Year's Eve, when it will ring 33 times. However, it rang on the day when President Kim Dae-jung took office.

The most important tram line in Seoul ran along Chung Road until 1 was replaced by the1line of the subway system in the early 1970s. Other famous streets in downtown Seoul include Erlang (Euljiro branch B), Teherano (Teheran street) and Sejono (; Sejong Road), Zhongwu Road (; Zhongwu Road), Yugongnuo (; Guli Road), and Toegyero (; Tuixi Road).

Many people think Korean food is just like China food. Others swear that Japanese food is the same. But neither of them is right.

There must be some similarities between Korean, China and Japanese foods, which are due to their proximity and cultural relationship. The three major cuisines are all based on rice, with other foods as side dishes.

With the passage of time, Korean food has gradually formed its own unique and delicious characteristics. All kinds of cereals are highly valued and appear in various forms. The main course and side dishes are separated, each with its own characteristics, and there are various kinds of food. Seasoning is regarded as an art, and condiments and spices are used to obtain a harmonious mixed taste.

Due to the influence of Confucianism for hundreds of years and its strict behavior rules, people attach great importance to table layout, dining etiquette and politeness.

Koreans fundamentally believe that all food, like medicine, is good for people who eat it. Many ingredients used in oriental herbs are also commonly used in Korean cooking. Koreans like to add "yak" before food names to indicate foods that are particularly beneficial to you, which means medicine, so there are "yakgwa" (honey biscuits) and "yakshik" (sweet rice).

Due to the differences in geography, culture and climate, there are many regional differences in Korean food. Generally speaking, North Korea is mountainous and suitable for planting "dry land" grains other than rice, while the plains in the central and southern regions are rich in rice, making it a more important staple food in these areas.

Although Seoul itself does not grow or produce any products, it used to be the head of state and government.

600 years, and as the center of the royal court of the Korean dynasty for 500 years, it is famous for its luxurious and diverse cuisine.

Many special dishes in Seoul have evolved from the dishes of the royal court and the aristocratic class. Seoul's dishes are beautifully made, with small portions, but many dishes.

The royal influence makes this meal very formal, artistic and ceremonial.

In the north, the summer is shorter and the winter is longer. The food is lighter than that in the south, and the supply is abundant. Many different dishes are served at one meal.

As you move south, the food becomes hotter and saltier, and the taste is stronger, and more pickled fish and condiments are used.

As food in one area is widely known and eaten in other parts of the country, regional differences begin to blur. With the influence of the west entering the taste, some unique Korean local dishes are disappearing.

Typical Seoul cuisine;

Main course:

Sol long soup (beef bone soup)

Pine kernel porridge

Sliced rice cake soup

Beef Rice

Additional dishes outside the main course

Yukgejang (spicy beef soup)

Singsollo (fancy hotpot)

Kalbichim (boiled beef ribs)

Pressed beef slices

Jiubaopan

Clams soup

Tomitchim (boiled red snapper)

Drinks

All kinds of honey juice and hot tea made from oriental herbs.