Seoul: contrasts between traditio...
Seoul: contrasts between tradition and modern life

De Mochilas [EN] by Mikel Mateos

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In this episode of DeMochilas, we arrive in Incheon and Seoul, exploring one of the most dynamic and complex cities in South Korea.

From iconic places like Gangnam and COEX Mall to spaces like Starfield Library and Myeongdong, the city presents a powerful mix of modern culture, technology, and daily life. Shopping, entertainment, and K-pop culture create an exciting and fast-paced environment that feels constantly in motion.

But beyond the surface, there is another side. Walking through subway stations and public spaces reveals messages addressing loneliness, pressure, and mental health. Reminders that even in the most developed cities, people carry invisible struggles.

This chapter is about contrast: tradition and modernity, energy and silence, connection and isolation. Seoul becomes more than  ... 

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StoriesMikelTravelExplorationExperiencesSouth KoreaKoreaSeoulGangnamIncheon
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