Seoul

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Yongmasan Mountain (용마산)’. 💡 Overview With an altitude of 348 meters, Yongmasan Mountain is the highest peak of Achasan Mountain. The mountain stretches through the ridges of Manguri Park and Junggok-dong, with trails connecting to Achasan Mountain Fortress and the back gate of Children’s Grand Park. Nearby parks…

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Namsan Octagonal Pavilion (남산 팔각정)’. 💡 Overview Originally known as Unamjeong Pavilion, the pavilion was built in 1959 to commemorate Rhee Syngman. It was demolished by the 4.19 movement in 1960 and was rebuilt on November 11, 1968. This pavilion now sits atop Namsan Mountain, with views covering…

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Gangseo Marsh Ecological Park (강서습지생태공원)’. 💡 Overview The Gangseo Marsh Ecological Park is an eco-park located on the Hangang River between the southern side of Banghwadaegyo Bridge and southern side of Haengjudaegyo Bridge. Established in July 2007, the park is partly comprised of low wetlands, freshwater lakes, and…

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Seoul Color Park (서울색공원)’. 💡 Overview The Seoul Color Park spans over 9,000 ㎡ of land next to the Hangang River under Mapodaegyo Bridge. It features a large wave-shaped sculpture, as well as bar code graphics and benches painted with 10 different colors that have been designed as…

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Dobongsan Mountain (도봉산)’. 💡 Overview Dobongsan Mountain, located in the northeastern section of Bukhansan National Park, is known for the magnificent rock formations of the main peak, Jaunbong Peak (740.2 m), as well as Manjangbong, Seoninbong, Jubong, Obong Peaks and Uiam Rock. Seoninbong Peak in particular has 37…

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘KT Square (KT스퀘어)’. 💡 Overview KT Square is a multi-complex that offers various cultural performances as well as hands-on experiences of the latest in IT technology. Gallery 130 showcases the history of KT Corp. 📋 Detailed Information 📍 Address 178, Sejong-daero, Jongno-gu, Seoul (Zipcode: 03154) 📞 Phone +82-1577-5599…

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Marronnier Park (마로니에공원)’. 💡 Overview Marronnier Park was given its name due to the marronnier trees, or horse chestnut trees, growing within the area. The location where Seoul National University’s College of Liberal Arts & Science and School of Law once stood, it is now a park dedicated…

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Gwanaksan Mountain Nakseongdae Park (관악산 낙성대공원)’. 💡 Overview Nakseongdae Park was built as a tribute to General Kang Gam-chan (948-1031) of the Goryeo dynasty. In 1973, the city of Seoul reorganized the birthplace of General Kang, resulting in changes to the park. Located inside the park are Anguksa…

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Heolleung and Illeung Royal Tombs [UNESCO World Heritage] (서울 헌릉(태종,원경왕후)과 인릉(순조,순원왕후) [유네스코 세계문화유산])’. 💡 Overview Heolleung and Illeung Royal Tombs house the mounds for two kings of the Joseon dynasty (1392-1910) and their wives: King Taejong (1401-1418) and Queen Wongyeong, along with King Sunjo (1800-1834) and Queen Sunwon….

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Archaeological Site in Amsa-dong, Seoul (서울 암사동 유적)’. 💡 Overview The Archaeological Site in Amsa-dong reproduces the lifestyle of the Neolithic Era. Even the entrance gate is shaped like a huge dolmen and the trash cans are ancient diagonal-line patterned earthenware. Archaeological Site in Amsa-dong was excavated in…