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City bans taxis from Mount Nam

By Korea Herald

Published : April 9, 2012 - 21:03

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Seoul City announced Monday that taxis carrying foreigner fares will no longer be allowed up Mount Nam.

According to the Seoul Metropolitan Government, the government will instead run shuttle buses from tourist sites surrounding the mountain to accommodate tourists visiting the popular site in the heart of the capital.

Until now, Seoul City allowed the operation of taxis carrying foreign passengers on the mountain, but will implement the new ban on May 10.

To preserve the environment of the central landmark and reduce air pollution, Seoul City prevented the entry of regular vehicles starting in 2005, allowing only taxis carrying foreigners.

“Air pollution caused by smog inhibits the growth of wildlife,” said a park management official.

After the new policy is implemented, only Mount Nam circulation buses, city tour buses and tourist buses will be able to operate up and down the mountain.

According to city government officials, around 120 taxis drive up the mountain every day.

By Robert Lee (robert@heraldcorp.com)

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