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Hyehwa-dong is also known as “Daehangno” in other words. While the main building of Seoul National University is currently located in Gwanak-gu, in the past, it was situated where Seoul National University Hospital and Marronnier Park are now. Therefore, it is known that this place was also referred to as “Daehangno.” “From Hyehwa Rotary to Seoul Science High School…” The ...

On July 27, 1999, Starbucks made its debut in South Korea with the opening of its first store near Ewha Womans University. Initially, there were controversies due to the high prices of coffee compared to regular meals, but now Starbucks has firmly established its presence in South Korea. In the bustling area of Daehangno, known for its numerous small theaters, ...

Daehangno, known as the street of youth and one of Seoul’s representative date spots, is filled with various restaurants and cafes. As it’s considered the mecca of theater, you can often find couples who have watched a play, had a meal, and spent time at a cafe in this area. I recently had the opportunity to have dinner with old ...

The area around Hyehwa Station on Seoul Subway Line 4 is commonly known as Daehangno. While Seoul National University has since moved to below Gwanaksan Mountain, in the past, the campus was located in the vicinity of Hyehwa Station. Even the area that now includes Maronnier Park was once part of the Seoul National University campus. As a result, despite ...

Naksan is a mountain located in various neighborhoods including Hyehwa-dong, Ihwa-dong, Dongsung-dong, Changsin-dong, Sungin-dong, Samseon-dong in Jongno-gu, Seoul. The name Naksan originated from its resemblance to the hump of a camel. Currently, it has been transformed into Naksan Park, requiring a bit of uphill walking, but it is considered one of Seoul’s renowned attractions with a slightly elevated terrain and ...

The area around Hyehwa Station in Seoul is commonly known as Daehangno. It earned this name because Seoul National University’s campus was once located here. As the location of Korea’s first universities, Sungkyunkwan University and Seoul National University, it naturally came to be called Daehangno. Currently, Daehangno is famous for its small theater performances. Even within Daehangno, the area is ...

In the Hyehwa-dong area, known as Daehangno in Seoul, you can find the preserved residence of the former Prime Minister of South Korea, Chang Myon. To find Prime Minister Chang Myon’s residence, head up the alley from the Hyehwa Rotary, where the Hyehwa Fire Station is located, in the direction of Hyehwa Elementary School. “Prime Minister Chang Myon’s Residence” Prime ...

A “dabang” (茶房) refers to a place where people can gather and relax, selling tea (茶) and beverages, providing a space for conversation. In the past, dabangs could be found all around, but with the emergence of “cafes” in modern times, most dabangs have faded into the background of history. However, in University Road, you can still find a “dabang”. ...