In the Gwanghwamun area, you can find a variety of cafes, ranging from large franchises like Starbucks and Hollys to budget-friendly coffee brands and even small, independently operated cafes. Exploring Gwanghwamun, you can stumble upon cafes with unique atmospheres, especially in the alley between Hwanghuijeong 3rd Complex and Seonggok Art Museum. “Gombal Coffee: A Gwanghwamun Roastery Café” Gombal Coffee is ...
Gyeongui Line Book Street is a stretch of road that connects Sinchon to Hongik University Station. It is part of the Gyeongui Line Forest Road, which was formerly a railway line transformed into a park. You can find it from Sinchon to Hongik University Station. “60th Anniversary of Korea-Switzerland Diplomatic Relations: Swiss Spring Festival” 2023 marks the 60th anniversary of ...
Nowadays, you can find kimbap restaurants with the name “Yeonhui Kimbap” all over Seoul. It has transformed into a franchise where you can experience the same taste at various locations. The original and main branch of Yeonhui Kimbap can be found in Yeonhui-dong. This main branch operates in a very small store and can be located in an alley behind ...
The area around Gwanghwamun Station in Seoul can be described as a representative office-dense area, where numerous professionals work. Therefore, it’s common to find a plethora of diverse restaurants near Gwanghwamun Station. “Seoul Gwanghwamun Korean Restaurant: Daon Samgyeopsal” “Daon Samgyeopsal” is also one of the restaurants you can find near Gwanghwamun Station. This restaurant is not located in an underground ...
In the Gwanghwamun area of Seoul, various exhibitions take place. As a result, various facilities have been established to accommodate such MICE demand. Among them, a wide range of restaurants stands out. Since many exhibitions attract people from various countries, you can find restaurants in COEX that offer not only Korean cuisine but also exotic dishes. “Seoul COEX Middle Eastern ...
In the Gwanghwamun area of Seoul, you can find a variety of restaurants. Some offer quick and simple lunch options, while others provide a cozy atmosphere for a relaxed dinner. The Hanjeongsik restaurant “Somoon” falls into the latter category, offering a comfortable dining experience in the evening. “Refined and Neat Hanjeongsik Restaurant, Somoon” Located in the underground shopping mall of ...
The Gwanghwamun area in Seoul is a representative densely populated office district where numerous office workers can be found. To cater to the demand of these workers, a wide variety of restaurants are located in the Gwanghwamun area, offering almost every menu item we are familiar with. From small traditional eateries to individually operated small restaurants, and even franchise restaurants, ...
McDonald’s is a prominent multinational fast-food franchise that originated in Chicago, Illinois, USA. It is synonymous with fast-food burgers and has become a trademark symbolizing American capitalism and globalization, along with companies like Coca-Cola and Apple. With a global presence, McDonald’s even created a concept called the “Big Mac Index,” which calculates prices based on its menu item “Big Mac,” ...
Located in Gangnam-gu, Seoul, COEX (Convention and Exhibition Center) is the English name for Korea’s comprehensive exhibition venue. Technically, the venue itself is called COEX, but the entire facility, including COEX Mall and other amenities like hotels, is collectively referred to as the Korea International Trade Center. However, it is commonly known as COEX. At Seoul COEX, you can find ...
Namsan Seoul Tower is a landmark representing Seoul. Situated at the summit of Namsan, which can be considered the heart of northern Seoul, it’s a place where you can occasionally visit to look down on Seoul when you feel a bit stifled. It’s a famous spot in Seoul where you can feel refreshed. Personally, I sometimes make a deliberate effort ...
Yeondeunghoe is an annual Buddhist cultural event held in South Korea from April to May. It first appeared in the Unified Silla period during the reign of King Gyeongmun in 866 AD, and has been passed down for nearly 1,200 years as a traditional Korean culture. It is designated as National Intangible Cultural Heritage No. 122 and is also listed ...
The Gwanghwamun area in Seoul is known for being a prominent office district, where during lunchtime, you can see a multitude of office workers coming out to eat. In the large underground shopping area of Gwanghwamun Square, you can find various restaurants. The Doryeom Building, located to the west of Gwanghwamun Square, is one of the buildings where you can ...