On July 27, 1999, Starbucks landed in South Korea with its first branch in front of Ewha Womans University. In the early days, there was controversy over the expensive coffee compared to the cost of a meal. However, now Starbucks has firmly established its presence in South Korea. Especially within a 1km radius of Gwanghwamun Intersection, it boasts the highest ...
In the Gwanghwamun area of Seoul, various public sculptures can be found. Notably, there are statues of King Sejong and Admiral Yi Sun-sin guarding Gwanghwamun Square. Additionally, as you explore the Gwanghwamun area, you’ll come across public sculptures hidden throughout. “The Peace and Reconciliation Tree” “The Peace and Reconciliation Tree” is another public sculpture that can be found in the ...
In Gwanghwamun Square in Seoul, you can find the “Sejong Cultural Center.” In the basement of the Sejong Cultural Center, you can find an exhibition space called “Sejong Story, Admiral Yi Sun-sin Story,” which literally covers the stories of “King Sejong” and “Admiral Yi Sun-sin.” This exhibition is a permanent installation and is free to visit, so anyone can enjoy ...
In the vicinity of Hongik University in Seoul, you can easily find unique and trendy stores. The commercial area in front of Hongdae has been expanding, reaching as far north as Yeonnam-dong and extending south to Sangsu and Hapjeong. Especially near Yeonnam-dong, Sangsu Station, and Hapjeong Station, there are many unique and distinctive cafes, forming a cafe street. “Seoul Hongdae ...
In Seochon Village, located west of Gyeongbokgung Palace, you can find unique and atmospheric cafes. Some of them even offer simple brunch options. Not far from Gyeongbokgung Station on Line 3, you can find about three brunch cafes. One offers menu items like Singaporean-style Kaya Toast and is called “Kopitiam.” Another is “H Lounge,” and the last one is called ...
As you drive along the Han River, heading upstream to the east from Seoul, you can discover charming cafes situated in places where you can enjoy a view of the Han River. When you pass through Seoul’s Gangdong-gu, Guri, and arrive in Namyangju, cafes with views of the upper reaches of the Han River appear along the roadside. “A Drive ...
“Pomodoro” is a well-established restaurant that can be found in the Gwanghwamun area of Seoul. The history of Pomodoro dates back to 1994. Pomodoro is known for always having a long line of people waiting, even in the Gwanghwamun area. The flagship menu item here is pasta. While many restaurants that serve pasta may have a good atmosphere, it’s often ...
The Gwanghwamun area is one of Seoul’s representative office districts. Thanks to this, you can find a variety of restaurants and cafes to cater to the needs of numerous office workers. Especially in the Gwanghwamun area, you can find many cafes, ranging from large franchise cafes to small, independently-run ones. Moreover, you can find cafes with a unique atmosphere, not ...
Haengju Fortress is a fortress located in Deokyang-gu, Goyang-si, Gyeonggi-do. It was initially constructed during the Three Kingdoms period, underwent extensive reconstruction in the Joseon era, and has stood the test of time since its completion after the Imjin War. Haengju Fortress was designated as Historic Site No. 56 in 1963. “Preserving Centuries of History at Haengju Fortress” Haengju Fortress ...
There is a famous restaurant known for “Barley Dried Croaker” near Haengju Fortress in Goyang. It is a longstanding establishment that has been featured in various TV programs such as “Shiksin Road” and “Live Info Show.” The restaurant, named “Hwajeong Garden,” is located in a quiet area near Haengju Fortress, in a two-story building. “Hwajeong Garden’s Barley Dried Croaker Set ...
These days, most E-Marts are transforming into a format with an ‘Electromart’ inside. However, there are still many E-Marts without an Electromart. In typical cases, if there is no Electromart, there usually isn’t a separate store selling electronic and home appliances from companies like Apple or Samsung. The E-Mart in Mokdong is one such E-Mart without an Electromart, which can ...
Garosu-gil, which can be found in the Apgujeong area, has been one of the hottest spots in Seoul in recent years. This place, ten or twenty years ago, was once densely packed with galleries and designer shops. At times, it was frequented by filmmakers, and at other times, pottery studios set up shop. As a result, you can still find ...