Seoul is a city unlike any other I’ve been to - unimaginably big, stretching from one horizon to another, and surrounded by lush, towering mountains that dwarfed the many skyscrapers. My favourite touristy attraction was N Seoul Tower. It sits on top of a massive hill that you can either hike up or catch a cable car. From the top you have magnificent 360-degree views of Seoul, stretching as far as the eye can see. We went at sunset and were able to see how the city came alive at night with a million streetlights and neon signs. The many historic buildings and ornate shrines scattered throughout the city was another thing I loved about Seoul - a mesmerising blend of ancient and modern.
The food was also insane. My favourites were the kimchi mandu (dumplings), kimbap, and bottomless pork Korean BBQ - I’ve never eaten so much meat! And I was able to order my food all in Korean as well, thanks to the language course. I learnt so much, and also made friends with people from all over the world.
Newcastle definitely has a lot to offer, so keep an eye on your emails for opportunities like this!