Korea Travel

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Yeonnam-dong (연남동)’. 💡 Overview Yeonnam-dong, located near Hongik University Station, has become a hot spot in Seoul as young artists and hipsters gather. It is densely packed with art spaces, and every alley is filled with unique concept cafés and many restaurants. There are also many guesthouses, editorial…

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Nungin Sunwon (능인선원)’. 💡 Overview Nungin Sunwon, nestled at the base of Guryongsan Mountain, is named after another name of Buddha, Sakyamuni, signifying “the one who skillfully educates and benefits others.” This temple complex includes several key structures: the Daeungjeon Hall, the Dharma Hall, the Gwaneumjeon Hall, and…

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Salgoji Sports Park (살곶이 체육공원)’. 💡 Overview Salgoji Sports Park is located along the Joongnangcheon Riverside near Hanyang University. Its name “Salgoji” holds deep historical significance, meaning “the place where an arrow is shot” in Korean. The park features facilities such as an inline skating rink, soccer field,…

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Sealala Water Park (씨랄라 워터파크)’. 💡 Overview Sealala Water Park is a water park at the heart of the city where one can enjoy water activities across the four seasons. Its name is a portmanteau of the sea and lala, symbolizing the fun one can have in the…

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Cheonggyecheon Stream (청계천)’. 💡 Overview Cheonggye Plaza was built on Sejong-ro Street, where Cheonggyecheon Stream begins. It was built between Dong-A Ilbo, the starting point of the Cheonggyecheon Stream restoration, and Sindap Railroad Bridge, with a length of 160 meters, a x_width of 50 meters, and a total…

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Insa-dong (인사동)’. 💡 Overview Insa-dong, located in the heart of the city, is an important place where old but precious traditional goods are on display. There is one main road in Insa-dong with alleys on each side. Within these alleys are galleries, traditional restaurants, teahouses, and cafes. The…

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Myeong-dong (명동)’. 💡 Overview Myeong-dong is one of the primary shopping districts in Seoul. The two main streets meet in the center of the block with one beginning from Myeong-dong Subway Station (Seoul Subway Line No. 4) and the other from Lotte Department Store at Euljiro. Many brand…

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Buramsan Butterfly Garden (불암산나비정원)’. 💡 Overview Buramsan Butterfly Garden is located within Buramsan Healing Town in Nowon. It is an exhibition garden where one can observe live butterflies all year round. The main building’s first floor comprises an incubation center, a breeding center, and a butterfly greenhouse while…

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Seosulla-gil Road (서순라길)’. 💡 Overview Seosulla-gil Road is a road that was used by the nightguards during the Joseon dynasty. The road is on the west of Jongmyo Shrine with various attractions nearby including Ikseon-dong, Insa-dong, Bukchon, and Samcheong-dong, as well as restaurants, cafes, and handicraft workshops. The…

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Samseong Sunrise Park (삼성해맞이공원)’. 💡 Overview Samseong Sunrise Park was opened in 2022 in what was originally a water supply facility. The park is located on a hill beside the Hangang River, offering beautiful views of the river and Seoul’s landmark attractions such as Lotte Tower, Olympic-daero Boulevard,…