In this post, we will discover everything we need to know about the city of Suwon, near Seoul.
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Practical information
Suwon is located 30 kilometres south of Seoul and is the capital of Gyeonggi Province. With a population of just over 1 million, it is known as “the city of filial piety”.
It was formerly known as Mosu-guk (모수국). Later, it was called Maehol-gun (매홀군) together with nearby Hwaseong.
It was actually renamed several times over the centuries until, in 1413, the third king of the Joseon Dynasty, Taejong, changed its name to Suwon.
How to get there: The best way to get there is to take Seoul Subway Line 1. After approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes, we arrived at Suwon Station. Yes, the Seoul Subway goes to Suwon.
Getting around: The most practical way to get around Suwon is by bus. From outside the train/subway station, you can take lines 11 or 13, which will take you to the main tourist attractions.
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Where to Eat
We did it at a typical Suwon fried chicken restaurant called Maehyang Whole Chicken.
We ordered one serving of chicken for one person and two soft drinks. When the chicken arrived, IT WAS A WHOLE CHICKEN! We wondered if they had given us two servings until the bill arrived. No, it was just one serving. How outrageous!
It was really tasty, and it cost us 19,000₩… €13… FOR BOTH OF US! Ridiculously cheap. We found it really funny that they give you plastic gloves to eat with so you don’t get your hands dirty. But I like to lick my fingers…
What to see and do
Map showing the places visited
Travel Diary
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