The story of Byeongjahoran and Namhansanseong Fortress has gained popularity as a historical novel, and it has even been adapted into a movie. In the 14th year of Injo’s reign (1636), the Qing Dynasty’s Taizong led a 100,000-strong army and personally attacked Joseon, initiating the Byeongjahoran. Injo, who resisted while staying at Namhansanseong, eventually could not hold out. He surrendered ...
Hayeonok is an esteemed restaurant that can be found in Jinju. Operating since 1945, it’s known for serving Jinju-style cold noodles, clear beef soup, and meat pancakes. When people think of cold noodles, they often associate it with Pyongyang-style, but Jinju-style cold noodles are also renowned. “Jinju Cold Noodles Available in Seoul Jamsil, Hayeonok Jamsil Branch” Hayeonok seems to be ...
As the world evolves, we’re witnessing the emergence of stores that operate autonomously. In the Sadang neighborhood near Isu Station, you can find a cafe that runs on an unmanned system. This 24-hour unmanned cafe is named ‘Late Night Coffee.’ Despite the name, it’s a facility that you can also use during the daytime. It’s situated centrally, considered to be ...
At the Apple Store, there is an event called “Today at Apple.” It’s a series of small, free sessions offered by Apple, covering topics like how to use Apple devices and creating something using specific applications. When you visit an Apple Store, you’ll notice designated spaces where these sessions take place. The flagship store in Myeongdong, in particular, hosts sessions ...
The Gwanghwamun area in Seoul is a representative office-dense area. It houses the government Seoul City Hall and the headquarters of various newspapers, as well as the buildings of major corporations. During lunchtime, you can see numerous office workers coming out to have their meals. In the case of major corporations, they operate in-house restaurants for their employees. Likewise, “KB ...
In July 27, 1999, Starbucks landed in South Korea, opening its first store in front of Ewha Womans University. Initially, there were controversies due to coffee being more expensive than meals, but now Starbucks has firmly established itself in South Korea. Thanks to this, Starbucks has become the most commonly seen cafe in our country, and you can find Starbucks ...
“Gute Leute” is a German word meaning “Good People.” It can be translated into English as “Good People.” This is a relatively new franchise cafe that can be found in various locations in Seoul, but its expansion is not yet very rapid. You can find the “Gute Leute” cafe in the Gwanghwamun area, which can be considered one of Seoul’s ...
The Gwanghwamun area in Seoul is a representative office-dense district. It’s home to the government’s Seoul City Hall, headquarters of various newspapers, and the corporate buildings of major companies. During lunchtime, you can see numerous office workers coming out to grab a meal. In this densely packed district with numerous eateries, you can find hidden restaurants scattered throughout. Especially, you ...
Seoul’s Gwanghwamun area is known for being a bustling hub of office workers, making it a representative business district in the city. It’s also a place where you can find a variety of restaurants and cafes to cater to the needs of these professionals. In the Gwanghwamun area, you can find various large franchise cafes like Starbucks, as well as ...
The rumor goes that couples who walk along Deoksugung Stone Wall Road end up parting ways, and this road is part of Jeongdong-gil. Stretching from the road adjacent to Deoksugung’s Daehanmun Gate to Seodaemun, this is Jeongdong-gil. Jeongdong-gil also holds historical significance at the core of Seoul’s history. Going back to the Joseon era, it was the location of the ...
The Gwanghwamun area in Seoul is known as one of the leading office-dense areas in Seoul. It houses various companies ranging from government buildings like the Seoul City Hall to embassies, large corporations, and small and medium-sized enterprises, making it a place frequented by numerous office workers. Thanks to this, you can find both large and small restaurants and cafes ...
The “2023 World Scout Jamboree” will be held in Saemangeum, South Korea from August 1st to August 12th, 2023. This Jamboree event, with participation from over 170 countries and more than 43,000 individuals, is the largest international event since the COVID-19 pandemic. It is expected to be the biggest in history. In addition to the main event, delegations and participants ...