I know there is a graduate team that talks about Seoul every week however since transit was the last topic, they did not get the chance to talk about the best transit city in the world. Seoul has been without a question recognized as the number one city in the world when it comes to its public transportation infrastructure. Its major mode of public transportation is the Subway. Seoul City's subway system is one of the most convenient and fastest way to get around the city. The subway has heated seats that keeps citizens warm during the winter. There are screen throughout the subway that display important messages, sports events, news etc. Also tourist are accommodated by having the messages in multiple languages. Also all the subway station are extremely clean, safe and have shopping facilities and more. The estimated travel time between subway stations is 2~3 minutes. The subway only costs 1,050 won (approximately $1) for basic fare. It is not the cheapest price in the world, however compared with most countries and with all its technology and comfort it is a great deal.
The Seoul subway consists of lines 1 through 9 plus the Jungang Line, Bundang Line, and Gyeongui Line. Each line can be distinguished by its representative color as well as signs and maps found throughout each station so that native Koreans and foreigners alike can use the subway system with ease.
I have been to Seoul and it has a great subway system! It is largely due to necessity, as Seoul is very population dense and cars get in bad traffic the majority of the time. Since most Seoul residents travel by Subway, people just have refillable charge cards to ride the train anywhere they go. The subway is also a place for people to shop and eat, basically an underground mall since so many people go through it.
ReplyDeleteI have been to Seoul and it has a great subway system! It is largely due to necessity, as Seoul is very population dense and cars get in bad traffic the majority of the time. Since most Seoul residents travel by Subway, people just have refillable charge cards to ride the train anywhere they go. The subway is also a place for people to shop and eat, basically an underground mall since so many people go through it.
ReplyDeleteAfter reading about the troubles in Washington, D.C.'s envisioned streetcar system I wonder what it takes politically to accomplish such a high-end, well organized street system. What does it take to appease enough stakeholders to acquire the properties and permissions to build the infrastructure for the subway lines? And what prioritization discussions led to the approval for seat warmers?
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