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Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Bamseom Island (Ecosystem Conservation Area) (밤섬 생태경관 보전지역)’. 💡 Overview Located at the Hangang River, Bamseom Island derives its name from its chestnut-like shape (bam in Korean). The island was designated as an Ecosystem Conservation Area by the Seoul Metropolitan Government in 1999 and was later recognized as…

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Lotte World(롯데월드 어드벤처)’. 💡 Overview Operated by Lotte Group, Lotte World is the perfect spot for entertainment and sightseeing for Koreans and international tourists alike. The theme park is divided into the indoor Lotte World Adventure, and the outdoor lakeside Magic Island, with additional amenities including a shopping…

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Gilsangsa Temple (Seoul) (길상사(서울))’. 💡 Overview Gilsangsa Temple is a prominent temple located in Seongbuk-dong, Seoul. The name Gilsangsa means “a favorable and auspicious temple.” Visitors can experience temple, participate in Buddhist practices, and even enjoy Templestay programs on weekends. In fall, visitors can admire red spider lilies…

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Seoul Botanic Park (서울식물원)’. 💡 Overview The Seoul Botanical Garden was created in Magok, the last remaining development site in Seoul, to introduce native plants and horticulture of 12 different cities from around the world and raise ecological awareness in the city. Seoul Botanic Park integrates a botanical…

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Bukchon Cultural Center (북촌문화센터)’. 💡 Overview Bukchon Cultural Center, located in a hanok, was established to offer traditional cultural experience opportunities for visitors to the area. The programs include tea ceremony, handicraft, and gugak as well as a Public Relations Exhibition Hall introducing Bukchon culture and hanok. Also,…

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Bukchon Hanok Village (북촌한옥마을)’. 💡 Overview Surrounded by Gyeongbokgung Palace, Changdeokgung Palace and Jongmyo Shrine, Bukchon Hanok Village is home to hundreds of traditional houses, called hanok, that date back to the Joseon dynasty. The name Bukchon, which literally translates to “northern village,” came about as the neighborhood…

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Museum Kimchikan (뮤지엄 김치간)’. 💡 Overview Museum Kimchikan is a museum dedicated to kimchi in Insa-dong’s Maru Art Center. The exhibition details the culture, history, trajectory, and efficacy of kimchi and teaches the visitors how to make kimchi through videos. Visitors can also sample different types of kimchi….

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Jingwansa Temple (Seoul) [진관사(서울)]’. 💡 Overview Jingwansa Temple is one of the four Buddhist temples that surround Seoul. It was known as the center of Buddhism and academics. Jingwansa Temple is home to a variety of buildings, such as Daeungjeon Hall, Myeongbujeon Hall, and Nahanjeon Hall, all surrounded…

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Namsangol Hanok Village (남산골한옥마을)’. 💡 Overview Namsangol Hanok Village opened in 1998 on the northern side of Namsan Mountain in the center of the capital. This village has five restored hanok (traditional Korean house) premises, a pavilion, a traditional garden, a performance art stage, and a time capsule…

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘The Street in front of Cheongwadae (The Blue House) (청와대 앞길)’. 💡 Overview The street in front of Cheongwadae (the Blue House) is open to the public and includes both Hyoja Samgeori (Hyoja three-way intersection) in Hyoja-dong and Palpan Samgeori (Palpan three-way inetersection) in Palpan-dong. When walking along…