Cool Tourist Spots

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Foreign tourists are suffering from the sweltering heatwave gripping the nation right alongside those of us who live here. Here’s a look at a few of the ways travelers try to duck the Korean summer heat.

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They're from Singapore, which is also known for its hot weather. But it's still not easy traveling during the sweltering heat wave in Seoul.

[Soundbite] Tourist from Singapore

Parasols and sunglasses are not enough to block the scorching sunlight. Beads of sweat ceaselessly run down.

[Soundbite] Tourist from U.S.

Some tourists have opted for a water break instead of visiting tourist sites. Visitors from Southeast Asia who are no stranger to the heat are also no different as they soak their feet in cold water and get some rest from the high mercury levels.

[Soundbite] Tourist from Malaysia

Some foreigners have taken the traditional Korean way of fighting heat with heat.

[Soundbite] Tourist from Taiwan : "After finishing the dish, I feel healthier and more at ease."

Tourists are developing smart ways to travel in the sultry heat by spending more time indoors during the day at spots like aquariums or K-pop exhibition halls.