Yangjaecheon Road is a road that runs through Yangjae-dong in Seocho District and Daechi-dong in Gangnam District of Seoul, South Korea, and is one of the most famous scenic driving routes in the area. The Yangjaecheon Stream originates from Gwanak Mountain and Cheonggye Mountain, flows through Gwacheon, and continues on to Gangnam, serving as one of the tributaries of the Han River. Along the Yangjaecheon, the 2.8-kilometer auxiliary trunk road that spans Dogok-dong and Daechi-dong is…
Myeongdong Cathedral is located on Myeongdong 2-gil in Jung District, Seoul. It is Korea's first church and also the country’s first Gothic-style building, holding significant epoch-making importance as designated Historic Site No. 285 of Korea. After Catholicism was introduced to Korea, it spread rapidly, and believers often gathered in Myeongdong. From the 1830s onward…
Gyeongchunjeon Park is located in Gyeongchun-dong, Jung-gu, Seoul. It is a park with well-developed sports facilities and significant historical value. The “Gyeongchunjeon” within the park is an altar built to commemorate the spirits of patriots who sacrificed their lives during the Eulmi Incident and the Imo Military Rebellion, embodying the anti-Japanese determination of King Gojong, the 26th monarch of the Joseon Dynasty...
The Round Altar, also known as the Heaven Worship Altar, is a ceremonial site where monarchs of the Korean Peninsula offered sacrifices to heaven, similar in function to China's Temple of Heaven. Seoul's Round Altar is located in Sangun-dong, Jung District, Seoul, South Korea. It was first built in 1897 and shares a very similar design layout with Beijing's Temple of Heaven, featuring structures akin to the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests, the Circular Mound Altar, and the Imperial Vault of Heaven. According to historical records...
Culture Station Seoul 284 was originally the Seoul Station of Korea, built in 1922, and served as the transportation gateway to Seoul for over 80 years. After the launch of KTX in 2004, Seoul Station became obsolete and was once abandoned until...
Deoksugung Palace is located at 57 Jahamun-ro 1-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul, South Korea, the capital city. It is the only palace in Seoul that stands alongside Western-style buildings, making it truly unique. It is said that the site was originally the residence of Prince Yeonsan (1454–1488), the elder brother of King Seongjong (1469–1494) of Joseon, and during the reign of King Gwanghaegun…
Namdaemun Market is a traditional large market in Seoul and the oldest and largest market in the city, with a history dating back to 1414 — long and rich in heritage. Located near one of Seoul’s four main gates, also called Namdaemun, or Sungnyemun, the market derives its name from this landmark. It has now become an indispensable part of daily life in Seoul…
Paichai Academy was the first Western-style educational institution in Korea, established in 1885 by American missionary Appenzeller. Located in Jung-gu, Seoul, King Gojong of the Joseon Dynasty (1852–1919) named it “Paichai Academy” in 1886, meaning a place to “nurture capable individuals…”
The Museum of Paper is located on Jongno 1-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul, and is a museum dedicated to showcasing the historical development of paper culture. The museum houses a collection of over 5,000 paper art and cultural works, ranging from the history of paper culture to contemporary artworks, offering visitors a comprehensive understanding of the indispensable role of paper in our lives...
The Global Folklore Education Museum is located on Hoihyeon 1-gil, Jung District, Seoul, and was established by the Seoul Metropolitan Office of Education. It was founded to provide students, parents, and citizens with the opportunity to learn about folklore artifacts from around the world, thereby enhancing educational effectiveness. The Global Folklore Education Museum houses a collection of approximately 1,500 religious ritual...
Seoul Plaza is located in Jung District, Seoul. It served as a classic site for street cheerleaders during the 2002 Korea-Japan FIFA World Cup, but starting from May 2004, it transformed into a grassy park that now welcomes visitors. Covering an area of 12,540 square meters, the grassy park features an open oval shape and is connected to the main entrance of Seoul City Hall via pedestrian pathways...
Namsangol Hanok Village is a village created by relocating five traditional Korean houses scattered across Seoul to this site. Located in Pyeong-dong, Jung District, Seoul, it is the only village in the area dominated by hanok (traditional Korean houses). Historical records indicate that the Namsan Valley area during the Joseon Dynasty was blessed with streams, pavilions, fresh air, and expansive views…
Korea House is located on Bukchon 2-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul, and is a tourist venue where visitors can fully experience Korean culture, including architecture, cuisine, art, and performances. The entire complex adopts the architectural style of houses inhabited by the upper class during the Joseon Dynasty and collaborates with skilled artisans from various fields to comprehensively showcase traditional Korean culture...
Location: Myeongdong Shopping Street covers an area of 0.44 km², with a permanent population of 5,000. Its daily floating population exceeds 2 million, and it receives over 4 million foreign tourists annually. In March 2000, it was designated as a special tourism district by the government. Commerce: Myeongdong is essentially a stretch of street, approximately 1.…
The Namsan Arts Center is one of the 11 “Seoul Creation Spaces” operated by the Seoul Foundation for Arts and Culture, located on Songpa-ro in Jung-gu, Seoul. Targeting both artists and the general public, it attracts numerous visitors daily who come to explore, appreciate art, and enjoy cultural experiences. The Namsan Arts Center consists of the Theater Center and the Arts Education Center...
The Bank of Korea Money and Monetary Museum is located within the Bank of Korea building at 3 Namdaemunno 3-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul, and is a great place to learn in detail about the history of currency. The bank building was designed by Japanese architect Kingo Tatsuno and is one of the few remaining early 20th-century modern structures in Seoul. It has been designated as a “historic landmark”…
During the Japanese colonial period (August 29, 1910 ~ August 15, 1945), An Jung-geun, a renowned Korean independence activist, shot Itō Hirobumi, former President of Japan's Privy Council, at Harbin Railway Station in China. He was then imprisoned in Lüshun Prison in Japan, where he spent the rest of his life. The blood-written letters he left behind in prison, filled with patriotism, are considered iconic and highly famous. Even today, he remains one of the most respected figures in Korea.
Cheonggyecheon is an artificial stream located in the heart of Seoul, South Korea, stretching 5.8 kilometers in length before joining Jungnangcheon and flowing into the Han River. During the 1950s and 1960s, due to rapid economic growth and urban development, Cheonggyecheon was covered over and turned into an underground stream, while its water quality deteriorated significantly because of wastewater discharge. Since July 2003…
The Chotian Fiber Museum is located on the first floor of the First Culture Center, 1 Nam-san-dong 1-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul. Established in 1998 by Master Weaver Kim Sun-hee, a renowned Korean textile artist, the museum primarily showcases traditional Korean clothing, furoshiki (wrapping cloths), and fiber artworks. "Chotian" is both the artistic name of Director Kim Sun-hee and the name of her birthplace. The...
When traveling in Seoul, wouldn’t it be nice to sip coffee, enjoy authentic Korean cuisine, and take in the city’s stunning scenery all at once? Then Jongno Tower is the perfect place for you. Located in Seoul’s Jongno District, this 33-story office building was constructed in 1999 and was designed by…