SEOUL -- South Korea's short-lived declaration of martial law and the confusion that followed have exacted a heavy toll on the country's tourism, spurring officials to assure foreign travelers that it is safe to visit.
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Fewer tourists have been seen in Myeongdong, a shopping destination in central Seoul, since the brief declaration of martial law. (Photo by Nami Matsuura)
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