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Seoul is the capital and largest city of South Korea located east of Inchon in the northwest part of the country. Founded in the 14th century, Seoul has been capital of South Korea since 1946. The city was the capital of Baekje (18 BCE - 660 CE), the capital of the Choson dynasty or Joseon Dynasty (1394 - 1910) and the centre of Japanese rule of Korea (1910 - 45), Seoul was the capital of the U.S. military government during the Korean War and thus suffered extensive damage. The city has been largely rebuilt since 1953.
Seoul was designated as South Korea’s only “Special City” and capital city in 1948. The modern Seoul is one of the most densely populated major cities. The citizens of Seoul are referred to as “Seoulites.” Seoul is one of the top 20 “world-class cities.” The South Korean capital is one of the most prominent cities of the world. It is one of the world’s most digitally-connected cities. It is the commercial, cultural, industrial, political, and transportation center of South Korea. The city is also a centre of higher education, with several universities, including Seoul National University. It was also the venue of the 1988 Summer Olympic Games.