The Gwanghwamun area in Seoul can be considered a representative district densely populated with office buildings. During lunchtime, you can often see numerous office workers all at once. To cater to these office workers, various restaurants are situated in the basements of the buildings. Generally, these restaurants offer a simple dining experience for a quick meal. However, occasionally you can ...

Seoul Square, located opposite Seoul Station, can be considered a representative landmark symbolizing Seoul Station. Previously known as the “Daewoo Center Building,” it was renamed “Seoul Square” after being sold to Morgan Stanley in 1997 due to the Asian financial crisis and the subsequent dismantling of the Daewoo Group. Morgan Stanley had initially planned to remodel the Daewoo Building into ...

In Incheon Songdo, there is an exhibition and event space called “Songdo ConvensiA.” At the main entrance of Songdo ConvensiA, there is a representative sculpture called “Dudu.” Dudu is a symbolic sculpture depicting three giants walking vigorously. After participating in an exhibition at Songdo ConvensiA, I took a photo as I passed by. ...

In Seoul’s Hongdae district, you can find a new space operated by SK Telecom called “T-Factory.” T-Factory is a multifaceted space that isn’t easy to describe in just a few words. It serves as an exhibition and experience space that changes themes seasonally, allowing visitors to experience technologies like AR. It’s also a place where you can receive consultations for ...

Central High School is a self-governing private boys’ high school located at the end of Gye-dong-gil in Bukchon Village. It was founded on June 20, 1908, and received accreditation as a self-governing private high school on July 14, 2009. With its establishment in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, it holds a rich history and tradition. It is a ...

Jeongdong-gil is a street that stretches from the former West Gate (Donuimun) Square at Jeongdong Intersection to the rotary in front of Jeongdong First Methodist Church. It exudes an old-fashioned charm while allowing you to experience a modern urban atmosphere at the same time, making it a delightful place for a leisurely stroll. At the starting point or the end ...

The Gyeonghuigung Palace Morning Apartments are located in the vicinity of Gwanghwamun in Seoul. It is conveniently situated near Gwanghwamun Station on Subway Line 5 and also close to Gyeongbokgung Station on Subway Line 3, making it a well-located apartment complex. You can find the Gyeonghuigung Palace Morning Apartments 3rd Complex across from the Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency, and from ...

Yeonnam-dong is a neighborhood located in Mapo-gu, Seoul. In the past, it was part of Yeonhui-dong, but in 1975, it was incorporated into Mapo-gu and became Yeonnam-dong, which means “south of Yeonhui-dong.” Yeonnam-dong used to be a residential area for the local residents, but at some point, it suddenly started gaining attention. “Close to Hongdae, Connected to the Gyeongui Line ...

In the Gwanghwamun area, a representative office-dense region in Seoul, you can find various restaurants. However, most of these restaurants are located in the underground arcade shopping centers of buildings, making it somewhat challenging to casually stroll around and find them. Gulbat is also located in the underground arcade shopping center, specifically in the basement of the Kyunghui Palace Morning ...

In Seochon Village, located to the west of Gyeongbokgung Palace, you can easily find small, charming shops. Of course, you can also find larger restaurants like the famous “Tosokchon Samgyetang” that operate on a larger scale. If you walk a bit further northwest from the alley of “Tosokchon Samgyetang” in Seochon Village, you’ll come across a restaurant called “Chebu-dong Handmade ...

Seochon Village is home to hidden small shops, making it a neighborhood where strolling through the alleyways is enjoyable. “Sul Hwadeok Bread,” located in an alley of Seochon Village, is a small shop that sells traditional hotteok. It’s a well-known spot for those who frequent Seochon Village, as it even appeared on a past broadcast called “Tasty Road.” One difference ...

In Bukchon Village, there are places where you can experience various traditional crafts, with the “Bukchon Traditional Craft Experience Center” at its core. The Dongrim Knot Workshop, located near the Traditional Craft Experience Center, is another place where you can experience traditional crafts. Here is an introduction to the Dongrim Knot Workshop as presented on their website: “What is the ...