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Visitor’s Guide to Karachi, Pakistan

August 19th, 2011

Karachi is not only the largest city but also the hub of trade, banking and commerce in Pakistan. Most of the major developing corporations of Pakistan can be found here in Karachi. Summers are burning hot, but winters are mild in Karachi. Thus, winter time is a good time to tour this city. The gentle and pleasing weather is perfect for sightseeing.

From a historical point of view, Karachi is powerfully connected to Macedonia’s Alexander. It is recognized worldwide because Alexander rested here before visiting Babylonia.

It was the capital of Pakistan until the construction of Islamabad. For Pakistan’s significant cultural associations such as the Pakistan’s National Museum and Academy of the Performing Arts, it is the major center.

Regarding architecture, Karachi has diverse designs and forms of art, which consists of new-classical architecture which can be seen in the High Court Building in Sindh and the KPT Building. Its contemporary architecture styles can be enjoyed at the Habib Bank Plaza and Towers of Dolmen City.

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A City With an Overwhelming Amount of Things to Do

August 7th, 2011

You get off the plane at Incheon Airport. You’ve finally arrived in Seoul, South Korea. There are many you want to visit in Seoul. There is so much to see, so much to do. But where should you start? There is so much to do in Seoul that it may be a bit overwhelming to figure out where to begin. Here are a couple of cities to begin with and a little of what to do there.

Apgujeong
Apgujeong is an area in Gangnam and one of the most affluent parts of Seoul. There are 2 aspects to consider when visiting Apgujeong. First, Apgujeong is known for their high priced shopping and day time activities only available in Apgujeong. They house famous brands from around the world including Prada, Gucci, Giorgio Armani, and their department stores, shops, and boutiques are devoted completely to fashion and beauty. Their Rodeo Street is a fashion mecca and leads the fashion trends in Seoul. The second aspect is their nightlife. Rodeo Street is transformed during the night. Apgujeong has a booming nightlife with a different atmosphere than Hongdae and Itaewon, containing many exclusive nightclubs, jazz clubs and bars.

Dongdaemun
Dongdaemun is famous for their Dongdaemun Market. Known as the commercial district, and comprised of traditional markets and shopping centers around dongdaemun gate, it is a prominent landmark in Korea. They contain the largest wholesale and retail shopping district, featuring 26 shopping malls, 30,000 specialty shops, and 50,000 manufacturers. Home to all kinds of goods, they include fabric, clothes, shoes and accessories, electronics, leather goods, sporting goods, office supplies, pet products, toys, and more.

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