[K-Travel] Where to travel in Korea this summer? Part 1: Gyeongbokgung Palace

Starting today for a month, we want to introduce foreigners' favorite summer travel destinations in Korea.

The first location is a "hotpeul" or hot spot in the heart of Seoul, where traditions and trends coexist.

It's Gyeongbokgung Palace, one of the most popular attractions among foreign tourists who visit South Korea's capital Seoul.

Today, for our first K-Travel series, we invite two young Seoul guides who know Gyeongbokgung inside out.

They are Kylie Stecher and Nabilah Kamal! Welcome Kylie, Nabilah!

Both of you are very interested in Korea and Korean culture.

There is also a good reason for why you know Gyeongbokgung Palace so well.

First, please introduce yourself to our viewers. Kylie, let's start with you.

And Nabilah!

Kylie, there are five major palaces in the capital Seoul, which are Gyeongbokgung, Changdeokgung, Deoksugung, Changgyeonggung, and Gyeonghuigung.

Why is Gyeongbokgung known as the most representative palace and what makes it unique from the others?

Nabilah, beyond the experience of touring around the palace, Gyeongbokgung Palace offers a variety of activities.

What are they?

Wearing a traditional Korean hanbok at the palace is one of the most popular activities among foreign tourists.

How would you describe that experience, Kylie? Nabilah and for you?

Nabilah, do you have any tips on how to take amazing photos at the palace, what we call "insaengshot" these days?

Kylie, what did you find foreign visitors are most attracted by at the palace. or was there anything they were particularly surprised about?

Nabilah, could you tell us about the different atmosphere at Gyeongbokgung Palace depending on the time of the day and season?

In summer, temperatures in Korea can get quite high. But, the palace also has some go-to spots to cool off?

Kylie, for people who are planning to visit Gyeongbokgung Palace, what's the best way to get there? Any tips?

Finally, do you have recommendations on what to do or where to go nearby after touring around the palace?

Nabilah? And Kylie?

Alright, thank you so much for that "tour" to Gyeongbokgung Palace today.

Thank you very much Kylie for joining us again on the show.

Thank you Nabilah, it was a pleasure to have you.