Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘The National Assembly Building (국회의사당)’. 💡 Overview The National Assembly Building stands as the symbol of Korean democracy. It consists of the National Assembly Building, the National Assembly Library, and the Memorial Hall. Visitors can take part in programs such as observing the Plenary Chamber and visiting the…

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘King Sejong Statue (세종대왕 동상)’. 💡 Overview King Sejong Statue can be found at Seoul’s Gwanghawmun Square. The statue commemorates King Sejong the Great (1397-1450, reign 1418-1450), the fourth king of Joseon (1392-1897). He is thought to be the greatest king in Korean history, for he is credited…

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Inwangsan Mountain (인왕산)’. 💡 Overview Inwangsan Mountain is a rocky mountain located to the northwestern side of Seoul. It stands 338m tall.  The Seoul City Wall is built along its ridge, connecting to the Baegak Mountain Trail. From the summit, one can see the three mountains of Naksan…

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Bugaksan Mountain (북악산)’. 💡 Overview Bugaksan Mountain is the mountain that one can see behind the Gyeongbokgung Palace and the Cheong Wa Dae to the north. Hanyangdoseong, the city wall that surrounded the historic capital of Hanyang, was built by connecting the ridges of this mountain. These walls…

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Statue of Admiral Yi Sun-Shin (충무공 이순신 동상)’. 💡 Overview The Statue of Admiral Yi Sun-Shin can be found at Gwanghwamun Square in Seoul. Admiral Yi Sun-shin (1545-1598) was a naval commander who served during the Japanese invasion of Korea (also known as Imjin War: 1592-1598). The undefeated…

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Bosingak Belfry (보신각 터)’. 💡 Overview Bosingak Belfry is also known as Jonggak. It was the site in which a large bell, used to keep the time in Seoul, was found during the Joseon period (1392-1897). Bosingak Belfry was burned down during the Korean War (1950-1953) and was…

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Tapgol Park (탑골공원)’. 💡 Overview Tapgol Park is the first modern park in Seoul. Having been the site of the Buddhist temple of Wongaksa Temple since 1467, the land was turned into a park in 1897. The park has a significant presence in Korean history, being the place…

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Dongdaemun Dak Hanmari Alley (서울 동대문 닭한마리 골목)’. 💡 Overview Located near the Dongdaemun Market, Dongdaemun Dak Hanmari Alley gets its name from the restaurants serving dak hanmari (whole chicken soup) that line the alley. Dak hanmari (whole chicken soup), literally “one whole chicken” in Korean, is a…

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Seoul Hiking Tourism Center – Bugaksan Branch (서울도심등산관광센터(북악산))’. 💡 Overview The Bugaksan branch of Seoul Hiking Tourism Center is located on Samcheong-dong Culture Street and provides various services to hikers. It provides hiking course guidance and information (available in Korean, English, Chinese, and Japanese) about the mountains of…

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Achasan Mountain (아차산)’. 💡 Overview Achasan Mountain is a 295m-high mountain that stretches across Seoul and the city of Guri. Its proximity to the city makes it an accessible destination for hiking in Seoul. The hiking trails are maintained quite well, so even beginners can enjoy hiking in…