Seoul, South Korea
Seoul is the capital and largest metropolis of South Korea. Seoul has a population of 9.7 million people. Considered to be a global city and rated as an Alpha – City by Globalization and World Cities Research Network. The Seoul Capital Area contains five UNESCO World Heritage Sites: Changdeok Palace, Hwaseong Fortress, Jongmyo Shrine, Namhansanseong and the Royal Tombs of the Joseon Dynasty. It is the birthplace of K-pop and the Korean wave.
