There is so much to do in Seoul. The reason I haven't made another post is because I always feel like using my time for something else. Last night on the subway I was thinking the experience must be different for people who work and live in Seoul than for those who are purely travelers. I haven't even scratched the surface of what Seoul has to offer, yet I've been here three weeks. Working in the late afternoon is also a bit different. It allows for a night out any night, but most of the things I want to do aren't a part of fantastic night life. However, going out in Itaewon or Hongdae is really fun and I can meet a lot of Koreans who speak English.
I must apologize for the scarcity in pictures, but it's not really my bag to take lots of pictures. I should make that my bag.
Recently I went to a Buddhist temple area. I don't remember where this was exactly because I went with a Korean friend and she was just showing me around different places. I like this picture because it shows the contrast between tradition and the modernity of Seoul. I don't know for sure but I think Buddhism is less prevalent than Christianity and other religions practiced here. I heard that being a Buddhist in Seoul is more of a trend and that wealthy families tend to belong. I really wanted to take a picture of the inside of one of the temples I went in, but they were in the middle of some kind of prayer. I haven't quite figured it out yet but I can see very conservative remnants within Korean culture, but it doesn't really make sense to me. I can't
really explain that well right now. This place was pretty cool. There was a large marble-like surface where people would go out and pray. Here, as well as houses and such you have to take off your shoes. I had to take off my shoes when I went into the temple.Damn I need some new clothes. Everyone here wears really fashionable stuff. It's great to shop here because there is an endless selection. I have to start managing my money. You can spend it well and fast.
I need to get a haircut.....
