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For the most part the citizens are pretty nice - However, check news listings about demonstrations especially near US Military bases.  Demonstrations do tend to turn more violent then not. The city is very different then shoping in the US.  Each part of town is basically set up to deal with one type of merchandise such as maintainance supplies in one section, clothing stores in another and electronics in another. Warning: There is a market to purchase electronic items and pirated movies.  The movies are usually taped in movie theaters and definately not good quality as some people have said.  I personally will say buyer beware.  I would prefer to go to a legitamate store for these items. Pickpockets are severe in some parts of town.  There use to be a clothing market and thousands of people are jammed together in a small area so beware of your money, purses and backpacks.  This particular clothining market had a severe fire back in 2005 so I am not sure if they are back up and running. Food - Asian food is abundant as you would guess.  Good luck on the food but I would honestly not trust the street vendors as they are not regulated for health and safety.  American food is also available. Transporation:  Beware when crossing streets as most motorists do not regard safety of others and it is common for motorists to ignore traffic signals and signs.  Do not drive your own vehicle or rent a vehicle without insurance - A lot of motorists are not licensed nor insured.  Hit and Runs are very common in Seoul.  The best transporation is the underground subway system which is decent and very inexpensive.

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