The Kim Koo Museum is a museum established to commemorate Kim Koo, a leader of Korea’s independence movement against Japanese colonial rule. It is located in Hyochang Park in Hyochang-dong, Yongsan-gu, Seoul. As Kim Koo’s courtesy name was Baekbeom, the museum is also widely known as the Baekbeom Memorial Hall. This two-story building consists of an exhibition hall, a conference center…
Banpo Bridge is a bridge located in Seoul, the capital of South Korea, connecting Seobinggo-dong in Yongsan District on one side of the Han River and Banpo-dong in Seocho District on the other. The construction of the bridge began in January 1980 and was completed on June 25, 1982. It was the first two-tiered bridge in South Korea. Banpo Bridge...
Namsan is a mountain located between Jung-gu and Yongsan-gu in Seoul. Originally part of Mount Mokmyeok, it was later separated and developed into the famous Namsan Park. Covering a total area of 2,958,864 square meters, Namsan Park is the largest park in Seoul and also one of the most visited, receiving an average of 23…
Yongsan Family Park is located on Yongsan 6-gil in Yongsan-dong, Yongsan District, Seoul. It was developed on the former site of the United States Forces Korea headquarters and serves as a family-friendly park that combines green spaces, a lotus pond, and a sculpture park. The park features numerous works of art, with sculptures along the walking paths created not only by Korean artists but also by creators from Germany, Switzer…
The Korean War Memorial is located in Seoul, the capital of South Korea. Opened in 1994, it covers an area of 20,000 square meters and is dedicated to collecting, preserving, and exhibiting historical materials related to the country’s wars throughout history. As a national museum, it is the only comprehensive war history museum in South Korea and the largest of its kind in the world…
The Moonlight Rainbow Fountain, spanning the Banpo Bridge in Seoul, occupies approximately 570 meters along both sides of the bridge. With 380 nozzles stretching a total of 1140 meters, it draws water from the Han River to heights of up to 20 meters. The beautiful mist fans out like a peacock’s tail across the river, while fine droplets tumble gently through the air...
The first modern bridge over the Han River, it connects Hangang-ro in Yongsan District and Bun-dong in Dongjak District. With a width of 36.8 meters and a length of 1,005 meters, it was the first bridge to span the Han River islands. Previously known as the Hangang Highway Bridge or First Hangang Bridge, on November 7, 1984, the name was changed to align with the road name Hangang-ro...
Itaewon is a must-visit shopping and sightseeing destination for foreigners visiting Korea. Along its 1.4-kilometer-long street, there are over 2,000 establishments, including shops selling clothing, shoes, hats, backpacks, and other goods, as well as various hotels, restaurants, entertainment venues, trading companies, travel agency branches, and tourist hotels.
Han River Citizens' Park is located along the Han River that runs through Seoul. Established under the 1980s Han River Comprehensive Development Plan, the park spans a total area of 2.1 million square kilometers and features a variety of sports and leisure facilities. It is a popular gathering spot for citizens to relax. The Han River Citizens' Park includes areas such as the Gwangjin Ferry Landing, as well as …
Leeum, Samsung Museum of Art is located in Hannam-dong, Yongsan District, Seoul, and was established to showcase the art collection of Lee Byung-chul, the founder of the Samsung Group, to the public. The name "Leeum" is a combination of Mr. Lee’s surname and the word "museum." Leeum, Samsung Museum of Art consists of Museum 1…
Yeonjae Civic Forest is located at 99 Maehyeon-ro, Seocho-gu, Seoul, South Korea. It was established around the Yeonjae Tollgate in the lead-up to the 1986 Asian Games and the 24th Summer Olympics in 1988. With its beautiful environment and well-equipped facilities, the park has developed over the years into one of Seoul’s favorite…
The aT Center is located at 27 Gangnam-daero, Seocho-gu, Seoul, South Korea. It is a multifunctional exhibition and convention center that integrates exhibitions, conferences, business trade, banquets, and more. The center covers a total floor area of approximately 58,294 square meters and is equipped with comprehensive and advanced facilities. For many years, it has been highly trusted by various organizers...
The Samsung Electronics Promotion Hall is located at 1320-10, Seocho-dong, Seocho-gu, Seoul, South Korea, within the Samsung Electronics Building. Its English name “d’light” is a portmanteau of digital and light, symbolizing “a light that illuminates the world,” as well as sharing the joy and happiness brought by digital technology with customers...
The Seoul Arts Center is located on Nambusunhwan-ro in Seocho-gu, Seoul, and is one of South Korea’s most representative comprehensive arts centers. The entire complex houses an opera house, a concert hall, the Hangaram Art Museum, the Hangaram Design Museum, and the Seoul Calligraphy Museum, covering nearly all fields of the arts…
Yoon Bong-gil was a renowned Korean independence activist who threw a bomb hidden in a lunchbox at a Japanese commander, was arrested on the spot, and sentenced to death, dying a martyr at the age of 25. The Memorial Hall of the Martyr Yoon Bong-gil was built in 1988 with donations from Seoul citizens to commemorate the patriotism of the martyr. The Memorial Hall of the Martyr Yoon Bong-gil is located...
Hyeonin Royal Tomb is located at the foot of Daemo Mountain in Naegok-dong, Seocho-gu, Seoul, and refers collectively to two royal tombs: Hyeonneung and Inneung. Hyeonneung is the tomb of King Taejong (1367–1422), the third king of the Joseon Dynasty, and Queen Wongyeong (1365–1420), while Inneung is the tomb of King Jeongjo (1790–…
Namdaemun Gate is a city gate located in the heart of Seoul, the capital of South Korea. It was completed in 1398 and designated as Korea's first National Treasure on December 20, 1962. Commonly referred to as Namdaemun, or "South Great Gate," it neighbors the bustling Namdaemun Market and stands as one of the most iconic landmarks in Seoul and all of Korea. Namdaemun was one of the four...
Centered around the Banpo Bridge and located on the southern bank of the Han River, Banpo Hangang Park features sports facilities such as water polo fields, soccer fields, and basketball courts, making it a popular public park. From the observation deck of the Chamsori Gramophone Museum Café on the south side of Tongjak Bridge, visitors can enjoy stunning views of the river and the surrounding cityscape. In particular, the…
The Han River Citizens' Park is located near the main Olympic competition venues and features a full range of large-scale sports and recreational facilities, making it highly popular among visitors. Established under the 1980s Han River Comprehensive Development Plan, the park spans a total area of 2.1 million square meters and offers various sports and rest facilities. In the summer, you can enjoy the riverside scenery while sunbathing in the open-air swimming pool and take part in recreational activities such as skateboarding.
Cheonggyesan Mountain is a mountain range that spans across Seoul’s Seocho District and the Gyeonggi Province cities of Seongnam, Uiwang, and Gwacheon. The mountain boasts beautiful scenery, with lively, clear mountain streams that add to its picturesque landscape, attracting many locals and visitors from afar to vacation and play here. This mountain range, along with the representative mountain of Gwanak District—…