In Suwon’s Gwanggyo area, you can find a large-scale lake park known as Gwanggyo Lake Park. It is approximately 1.7 times the size of Ilsan Lake Park. Previously, Gwanggyo Lake Park consisted of the Woncheon Reservoir and Sindae Reservoir, which were reservoir facilities supplying agricultural water. However, with the development of Gwanggyo New Town, these two lakes were connected, creating ...
In the vicinity of Gojan Station in Ansan, you can find a variety of restaurants. While Gojan Station area is primarily a residential area, it also has a commercial district, allowing you to discover unique and distinctive eateries throughout. “Ansan Gojan District Abalone Cuisine Specialist, Geumhwa Jeonbok” As the name suggests, Geumhwa Jeonbok specializes in dishes featuring “abalone.” However, it’s ...
The area around Ansan Gojan Station is a local neighborhood where many residents of Ansan live. Despite being a local area, you can find a variety of restaurants throughout the vicinity. One such restaurant near Gojan Station is known for its menu featuring dishes like “Budaejjigae” (army stew), “Budaejeongol” (army hot pot), and “Bulnakjeongol” (spicy seafood hot pot) – it’s ...
Between Ansan City Hall and Jungang Station, you can find various restaurants and cafes. The area around Jungang Station in Ansan is one of the bustling commercial districts and naturally offers a wide range of dining options. This time, I visited a restaurant called “Youngwol Aegondre,” known for its generous servings of traditional Korean meals. “Ansan Hanjeongsik Restaurant: Youngwol Aegondre” ...
Rendezvous, a South Korean cafe chain, opened its first branch in March 2018. The name “RENDÉJÀ-VOUS” is a combination of the French words “Rendezvous,” meaning meeting, and “Déjà vu,” meaning a sense of familiarity. It signifies that it’s a first encounter, yet feels familiar. Starting with the first branch in Hongdae, it now has 43 chain locations nationwide. The cafe’s ...
The Gasan Digital Complex, along with the Guro Digital Complex, is a prominent office-dense area in the southwestern part of Seoul. While it used to primarily house industrial complexes, it has now transformed into a hub for cutting-edge industries. Due to the high influx of people here, you can also find quite a few restaurants with long-standing histories nearby. Pungnyeon ...
Between Gwanghwamun Station and Seodaemun Station on Line 5, you can find Gyeonghuigung Palace and the Seoul Museum of History. Across from these attractions, you’ll discover a small-scale gimbap joint that was even recommended by past connoisseurs of local cuisine. Formerly known as “Icheonnyang Gimbap,” this eatery operated in this spot for 16 years. However, it recently changed its name ...
The area around Sangdo-dong, near Jangseungbaegi Station in Seoul, can be described as a local business district frequented more by residents than intentionally sought-out visitors. With numerous apartments in the vicinity, you’ll find a variety of restaurants scattered around, offering options that locals frequent. During a visit to the Sangdo-dong and Jangseungbaegi Station area, I stumbled upon a renowned spot ...
The Yeongtong area in Suwon is known for its bustling streets, attracting many visitors. Heading southeast from the lively Yeongtong Station square towards BanDal Park, nestled in a quiet neighborhood between Suwon Yeongtong and Kyung Hee University, you’ll discover a variety of small, charming cafes. “Ara: The Aquarium Café Near Suwon Yeongtong Station” Near BanDal Park, you’ll find an intriguing ...
On July 27, 1999, Starbucks made its debut in South Korea with the opening of its first store in front of Ewha Womans University. Initially, there were controversies due to coffee prices being higher than a meal, but now Starbucks has firmly established its presence in South Korea. It has become a global company, following in the footsteps of McDonald’s, ...
The area around Jangseungbaegi Station in Sangdo-dong, Seoul, can be described as a local commercial district frequented more by residents of the neighborhood than intentionally sought out by many. Due to the abundance of apartments nearby, you can find various restaurants that locals visit scattered around. By chance, I found myself near Sangdo-dong and Jangseungbaegi Station, and decided to have ...
In Seoul, you can utilize the public bike-sharing service called “Ttareungyi.” By registering on the application, anyone can easily use this service, which can be considered a privilege of Seoul citizens. Ttareungyi is a public bike operated by the city of Seoul, known for its accessibility. Moreover, the prices are quite reasonable. It’s only 1,000 KRW for an hour, and ...