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www.groovekorea.com / January 2014 48 DEsTINATIONs Edited by Josh Foreman (joshforeman@groovekorea.com) Photo by Namho Park Bundang While “Bundang” isn’t the first place that comes to mind when you think “vacation,” the Gyeonggi Province satellite city’s shopping, restaurants, parks and general orderliness make it a great day trip from Seoul. Start at Bundang Central Park, an expansive green space (or in this season, white space) in the center of the city. There are walking paths around a pond in the middle of the park, pictured here. Keep an eye peeled for rabbits — Bundang residents have let pet bunnies go over the years and seeing one or more is a common occurrence in the park. Bundang is one of the richest areas in Korea, and boasts some of the best shopping in the country. AK Pla- za is another de facto city center, with dozens of restau- rants surrounding it. A few hours at the sauna is a great way to cap off a trip to Bundang. Try Amigo Tower Spa, just outside Yatap Station, exit 3. GETTInG THERE take the Bundang Line to Jeongja Station or the 16-minute express train from Gangnam Station to Jeongja Station.