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Seoul, a historically
cultural city, has been
the capital of Korea
for more than 600 years,
a metropolis of over
10 million. Being one
of the world¡¯s largest
and advanced cities,
Seoul serves as the
political, economic,
and educational hub
of Korea. The city lies
in a natural basin,
surrounded by a series
of mountains and hills,
and its grandeur and
magnificent scenic beauty
makes it one of the
most attractive metropolitan
cities of the world.
Aside from bustling
pace of life and modern
architecture, a number
of invaluable cultural
assets in Seoul take
pride in its long history.
The Jongmyo Shrine and
Changdeok Palace have
been added to UNESCO¡¯s
list of cultural heritage.
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