{
  "id": 11709587,
  "title": "Sejong travel guide: Government city wins over travelers with gardens, 'padak'",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/03/sejong-travel-guide-government-city-wins-over-travelers-with-gardens-11709587",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-03T15:22:03.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Korea Times",
    "slug": "the-korea-times-koreatimes",
    "url": "https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/lifestyle/travel-food/20261004/sejong-travel-guide-government-city-wins-over-travelers-with-gardens-padak"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Government city Sejong has won over travelers with its gardens and parks, challenging assumptions about bureaucratic, stuffy destinations. In a surprising turn, Sejong showcases a city that defies expectations and offers an idyllic experience for visitors.\n\nUnlike rigid, bureaucratic cities, Sejong's layout incorporates a central green axis, seamlessly merging traditional Jochiwon elements with the orderly design of a planned city. The National Sejong Arboretum anchors this urban oasis, cooling the urban heat island effect and providing residents with a lush forest just within walking distance.\n\nThe city's green spaces are complemented by Sejong Lake Park, creating a visual feast for travelers. Adjacent to the park, the Sejong Traditional Market satisfies the taste buds, offering a delightful culinary experience. Despite its government origins, Sejong transforms into a city of love, fashion, and history, proving that purpose-built locations can exceed the wildest travel destination dreams.",
  "summary": "Say \"administration\" and most people picture rigid bureaucratic culture and stuffy offices — everything a vacation is not. If you believe a travel destination must be a \"city of love,\" a \"fashion capital\" or at least a coastal or historic hub, a city built from scratch to house government ministries should be the last place you book for a weekend trip. For visitors, the city defies expectations…",
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      {
        "outlet": "The Korea Times",
        "title": "Sejong travel guide: Government city wins over travelers with gardens, 'padak'",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/03/sejong-travel-guide-government-city-wins-over-travelers-with-gardens",
        "published": "2026-10-03T15:02:03.000Z"
      }
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}