Looking back at an article I wrote a while ago, the experience feels fresh. Even though it’s the same internet environment, the internet culture of the 2000s seems quite different from today’s. Perhaps the past internet environment might have been technologically lacking compared to now, but it had its own charm, or so I think. The following is a post ...
Part of the Namsan Course within the Hanyang Fortress Wall Trail is known as Dasan Seonggak-gil. This trail represents the path along the fortress wall, starting from Jangchung Gymnasium and extending along the side of the Shilla Hotel. “Dasan Seonggak Library Along Dasan Seonggak-gil” Walking along Dasan Seonggak-gil, you’ll come across the ‘Dasan Seonggak Library’ situated along the Hanyang Fortress ...
Hanyang Fortress is a fortification built to mark the boundaries of Hanyangbu, the capital of the Joseon Dynasty, revealing its authority and defending against external invasions. Constructed along the ridges of Baegak (Bugaksan), Naktasan (Naksan), Mokmyeok (Namsan), and Inner Sasan (four inner mountains of the city) in the 5th year of King Taejo (1396), it underwent several reconstructions. With an ...
Seochon Village, located west of Gyeongbokgung Palace, boasts a distinct charm different from the neighboring Bukchon Hanok Village to the east. While Bukchon Hanok Village showcases well-preserved renovated hanoks, Seochon Village exudes a somewhat modest atmosphere with a coexistence of traditional Korean and Western-style houses. “Diverse cafes in Seochon Village” While Bukchon Hanok Village feels more like a residential area, ...
In the Gwanghwamun area of Seoul, you can find the headquarters of “KB Kookmin Card.” Situated to the west of Gwanghwamun Square, facing the Morning of Gyeonghuigung, this building exudes grandeur. With a considerable scale, the entire building serves as the KB Kookmin Card headquarters. “Seoul Gwanghwamun KB Kookmin Card Headquarters” On the basement 1st floor, there is a cafeteria ...
There was a time when it was easy to find local chicken joints rather than large franchises in neighborhoods. However, at some point, franchise chicken restaurants began to flourish. Brands like Kyochon Chicken and Goobne Chicken are among the various franchise chicken brands available. Goobne Chicken has become synonymous with such franchise chicken joints. “Goobne Chicken, Popularized by Girls’ Generation ...
In the Jongno area of Seoul, various cultural heritages can be discovered. Walking along the main road from Jonggak Station towards Euljiro-1ga Station, you will come across a building to the east known as “Gwangtonggwan.” Presently utilized as the Woori Bank building, it is the “Woori Bank Jongno Financial Center.” “Gwangtonggwan (廣通館): A Modern Cultural Heritage Used as Woori Bank ...
Isaac Toast is a well-known toast franchise in South Korea, often considered one of the most prominent in the toast business. With over 820 stores across the country, it’s a brand easily found in various locations. The name is derived from the biblical figure Isaac, and the English spelling, “Isaac,” reflects this origin. If you look at the toast packaging, ...
The Sinchon area in Seoul is one of the city’s representative bustling districts. Centered around Sinchon Crossroad, it has been a place where culture has flourished, especially given its proximity to major universities in South Korea, including Yonsei University, Ewha Womans University, Sogang University, and Hongik University. Sinchon and Hongdae are also well-known for being frequented by various musicians. In ...
Youngpoong Bookstore is a large bookstore that can be found throughout South Korea, along with Kyobo Bookstore. Currently, Kyobo Bookstore holds the top spot among domestic bookstores, but Youngpoong Bookstore seems to be diligently catching up. In major regions of South Korea, you can find at least one large bookstore, and in the Gangnam area, Youngpoong Bookstore, along with Kyobo ...
Seochon Village is located west of Gyeongbokgung Palace, which once served as the royal palace during the Joseon Dynasty. It offers a different atmosphere compared to the traditional Hanok village of Bukchon, combining an elegant and modern ambiance, making it one of Seoul’s notable attractions. In Seochon Village, you can discover the “Sejong Culture Food Street,” where various restaurants gather. ...
The Gwanghwamun area stands out as one of Seoul’s prime office-dense locations, home to government offices like the Seoul City Hall, various embassies, and headquarters of major and minor enterprises, making it a hub for office workers. Given the high concentration of office workers, a diverse range of cafes can be found, ranging from the familiar ones like Starbucks to ...