Saturday, January 28, 2012

The Great South Gate Of Seoul Sungnyemun


Sungnyemun

Originally built in 1398, Sungnyemun is located nearby Namdaemun Market.

Sungnyemun is one of the main gates in Seoul during the Joseon Dynasty. The location of the Sungnyemun is at the southern part of Seoul. It is commonly known as Namdaemun which means "Great South Gate".

The construction of Sungnyemun was completed during the 7th year of King Taejo's reign. Sungnyemun is a three stories high castle. The ground level of the Sungnyemun was built of stone and the other two levels were built of wood.

Unfortunately, Sungnyemun was burnt down on February 10, 2008. I will write more in depth about Sangnyemun in the next blog post.

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Monday, January 23, 2012

Prosperous Golden Dragon Year


Dragon Dance

It's the first day of Lunar New Year. This year is the year of the powerful dragon.

Malaysians are desirous of changing government. Hopefully our dreams will come true during the vigorous Dragon Year.

I would like to wish everyone gong xi fa cai and an auspicious Dragon Year.

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Saturday, January 21, 2012

Wayne Rooney Appeared At Malacca Jonker Walk


Wayne Rooney

English Premier Cup top club Manchester United super star Wayne Rooney and his team mates showed up at Malacca Jonker Walk. The fans of Manchester United from Malacca were pleasantly surprised.

Also known as Red Devil, Manchester United has tons of highly rated players. Under the administrative of present manager Sir Alex Ferguson, Manchester United is in high morale and has achieved a large number of brilliant victories. Without question, Wayne Rooney is definitely one of the best Manchester United strikers. He has contributed enormously to Manchester United.

Actually, Wayne Rooney didn't emerge at Malacca Jonker Walk. Instead, his huge portrait was displayed at Malacca Jonker Walk cultural stage. Besides Wayne Rooney, the cultural stage showcased the photo of Park Ji-Sung and Ashley Young too. It turns out that the best selling snack in Malaysia Mister Potato becomes the Official Global Snack Partner of Manchester United.

Enjoy watching superb performance of Manchester United and savoring beer with crispy potato chips is a truly happiest moment.

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Monday, January 16, 2012

Lunar New Year Festive Mood At Jonker Walk


Jonker Walk

Even though Lunar New Year is one more week away, this yearly festival celebration in The Historical City of Malacca is ready to kick off.

Jonker Walk was known as Jonker Street before it became a tourist hotspot. Since Jonker Walk turned into a tourist attraction, it's packed with tons of global visitors every week.

Big red lanterns are hanging all over the streets in Malacca during Lunar New Year. An outdoor stage is on hand at Jonker Walk for performing various cultural activities.

There are numerous of shops along Jonker Walk. These shops offer a wide variety of stuffs including antiques, souvenirs, delicious pastries, local products and Nyonya delicacies. Visitor friendly restaurants which serve local and western food are available. In case you are looking for foot massaging, Jonker Walk is the right destination for you to visit.

When you are around in Malacca, remember to drop by Jonker Walk to savor Malacca authentic gourmet and buy some Malacca products and souvenirs.

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Sunday, January 15, 2012

Chinese New Year Shopping Spree


Shopping Spree

When talking about Chinese New Year celebration, I must relate it to Wang Xiaoer who was a poor man in the old time. Although I am as poor as Wang Xiaoer, I am not exempted from celebrating Chinese New Year.

As Chinese New Year is just a few days away, I have to shop all the New Year stuffs. When ever go for New Year shopping, I am vastly discontent with the severe inflation. Someone's cattle live in upscale condominiums and drive luxurious cars, while taxpayers find it so difficult to possess simple houses for shelter.

My New Year wish is expecting a "clean government" would be formed in Malaysia after the coming 13th general election.

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Wednesday, January 11, 2012

South Korea Seoul Tourist Information Centers


Seoul Tourist Information Center

There are more than ten tourist information centers around Seoul, the capital city of South Korea.

This tourist information booth is located in Namdaemun Market. The booth is about 50 meters away from Exit 5 of Hoehyeon Subway Station, 49 Namchangdong Junggu. The opening hour is from 09:00 to 18:00. The phone number is 02-7521913.

The staffs on duty are mostly girls and ladies. They are friendly and beautiful as well. Beyond that they speak pretty good English. So, there is no problem to communicate with them. Feel free to approach them in case you need any aid.

Other tourist information centers are as listed below.

Gwanghwamun
Time: 09:00--22:00
Contact: 02-7358688
Location: In front of Donghwa Duty Free, 215 Sejongno 1-ga, Jongnogu.

Dongdaemun
Time: 09:00--22:00
Contact: 02-22369135
Location: In front of Good Morning Shopping Mall, 18-21 Euljiro 6-ga, Junggu.

Itaewon
Time: 09:00--22:00
Contact: 02-37850942
Location: Inside Itaewon Subway Station, 127 Itaewondong, Yongsangu.

Jamsil
Time: 10:00--19:00
Contact: 02-21437007
Location: In front of Lotte Department Store, 27 Jamsildong, Songpagu.

Samilgyo
Time: 09:00--22:00
Contact: 02-7200872
Location: In front of Samil Building, 10-2 Gwancheodong, Jongnogu.

Hongik University
Time: 12:00--22:00
Contact: 02-3232240
Location: Hongdae Street, 349-1 Seogyodong, Mapogu.

Coex
Time: 08:30--18:00
Contact: 02-538-0264
Location: East Gate Information Desk, 159 Samseongdong, Gangnamgu

Global Center
Time: 09:00--18:00
Contact: 02-20754119
Location: 3F Press Center, 25 Taepyeongno 1-ga, Junggu.

Seoul Folk Flea Market
Time: 10:00--19:00
Contact: 02-22345836
Location: Inside Seoul Folk Flea Market, 109-5 Sinseoldong, Dongdaemungu.

Myeongdong
Time: 10:30--22:00
Contact: 02-37897961
Location: 5F M Plaza Building, 31-1 Myeongdong 2-ga, Junggu.

There are also tourist information centers at Gimpo Airport and Incheon Airport.

Gimpo Airport
Time: 09:00--21:00
Contact: 02-37079465
Location: Next to Gate 2 on the 1st floor lobby, 157 Gonghangdong, Gangseogu.

Incheon Airport
Time: 06:00--22:00
Contact: 032-7433270
Location: In front of Gate D at arrival hall, Unseodong, Junggu, Incheon.

Information source
Seoul Best 100 Revised Edition
Publishing Organization
Seoul Metropolitan Government

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Monday, January 9, 2012

Seoul Namdaemun Market Stainless Steel Kitchenware


Kitchenware

If you are looking for South Korean made stainless steel kitchenware, then Seoul Namdaemun Market is the right place for you to shop.

I didn't buy any stainless steel kitchenware during my visit to Seoul last year. The only reason is because of the price. A set of three stainless steel rice bowls costs 6000 Won. That is the price for tourist. My son is able to bargain in Korean with the vendor, so he can get the item at lower price.

The stainless steel rice bowl with a cover has multiple uses. Feel free to read my article on the usages of the stainless steel rice bowl.

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Saturday, January 7, 2012

Puppy Hangs Out In Seoul Namdaemun Market


Puppy

It's no doubt that South Korea Seoul Namdaemun Market is a pretty visitor friendly hangout.

This dog was moving around freely and happily in Namdaemun Market. Evidently, Namdaemun Market is a tourist hotspot which shouldn't be missed out.

It's proven that visiting Namdaemun Market is truly fun. There are tons of interesting stuffs for you to discover. So, remember to list Namdaemun Market in your itinerary if you are going to Seoul, South Korea.

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Wednesday, January 4, 2012

Seoul Namdaemun Market Mobile Petrol Supplier


Mini Tank Truck

This is another interesting photo which I had taken in Seoul Namdaemun Market, South Korea.

The Hangul on the mini tank truck revealed the man in the photo was an employee of a petrol company. He was delivering petrol to his customers in Namdaemun Market.

It's pretty amusing to see this mini tank truck moving around in Namdaemun Market. After Google searching, I realise that the petrol is used for heating the portable heater.

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Monday, January 2, 2012

Namdaemun Market Apparel Stall Winter Stuffs


Apparel Stall

I stopped in front of this apparel stall when I was hanging out in Seoul Namdaemun Market. I bought a pair of gloves because I had lost my gloves in Dongdaemun the night before.

This apparel stall offers various types of winter clothing for customers to chose. As shown in the photo, there are masks, gloves, scarves, winter hats, winter clothes and a lot more on display.

Remember to bargain with the stall vendor in case you wish to add some winter items. You can request for 10% discount. In case there is language barrier, a handy calculator is needed to solve the problem.

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Sunday, January 1, 2012

New Year Greeting From UMW Toyota Motor


Toyota"

I received one mms from UMW Toyota Motor yesterday. The multimedia message consists of an animated gif image and a short greeting note.

The animated gif image is as shown above. The greeting note is "A brand new year, a brand new journey. Happy New Year from all of us at UMW Toyota Motor."

UMW Toyota Motor sent me this greeting massage because I am a customer of this automobile company. I bought a gold Toyota Vios 1.5G in 2005. After a few days of purchasing my Toyota Vios, I flew to South Korea to visit my son who is in Seoul. That's why I can remember the date of purchase pretty clear.

Thanks to UMW Toyota Motor for sending me this festive greeting. I also would like to wish all my friends and my blog visitors a Happy and Prosperous New Year.

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