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Seoul, officially the Seoul Special City, is the capital and largest city of South Korea with a population of over ten million.
The Seoul National Capital Area, which includes the major port city of Incheon and most of Gyeonggi-do, has over twenty-five million inhabitants and is Korea's economic, political, and cultural center.
Seoul's infrastructure is one of the world's most technologically advanced. Its subway is the world's third largest and serves over two billion passengers each year.
To the west of Seoul sits Incheon International Airport, the main international air terminal that has been rated the world's best airport for several years.
Apgujeong-dong, Seoul's glitzy center of international fashion, is filled with plastic surgery offices, dermatology clinics, hair salons, high-end shopping, and just about any type of business associated with the cosmetic and beauty industries. |