Unhyeongung Palace (Cloud-Supporting Palace) was the residence of Heungseon Daewongun, the father of King Gojong, who was the 26th king of the Joseon Dynasty. It is where King Gojong lived until he ascended to the throne at the age of 12. Currently, it is the only royal palace from the Joseon Dynasty that still maintains its original appearance. The name ...
In the vicinity of Gwanghwamun Plaza in Seoul, you can find restaurants with a long history. “Pomodoro,” located in an alley to the west of Gwanghwamun Plaza, is also one of those longstanding establishments. The history of Pomodoro dates back to 1994. It has been in business since then, maintaining its operation for nearly 30 years. It’s a restaurant that ...
At the end or beginning of Jungdong-gil in Jung-gu, Seoul, there is a special café. It’s a café with an atmosphere where you can watch passersby, wait endlessly for someone, or read a book without getting tired. Located on the first floor of the Francesco Education Center, this is a beautiful book café with a glass front. “The Cathedral of ...
SamBaekJib is currently operated as a franchise restaurant. The original branch is located in Jeonju, and the name “SamBaekJib” originated from the fact that they used to sell only three hundred bowls a day. The founder of SamBaekJib, Grandma Lee Bongsoon, never sold more than three hundred bowls no matter how many customers came. When all three hundred bowls were ...
The building “Seoul Square” across from Seoul Station can be considered a representative landmark symbolizing Seoul Station. In the past, it was called the “Daewoo Building” under the name “Daewoo Center Building,” but due to the 1997 financial crisis, it was sold to. Morgan Stanley as part of the dissolution of the Daewoo Group. Morgan Stanley attempted to remodel the ...
In Korea, Buddhist temples, known as “jeol,” are typically found in the mountains. This is because during the Joseon Dynasty, many temples in urban areas were relocated to the mountains to avoid persecution due to the “Sungyu Eokbul” policy. Due to this, most temples can be found in mountainous areas. However, “Jogyesa Temple” is unique in that it is located ...
Gye-dong Street is a small street located within the Bukchon Hanok Village. Situated in Jongno-gu, Seoul, the street takes its name from the administrative district of Gye-dong. It stretches from Yulgok-ro to the main gate of Jungang High School. Originally, this area used to be a waterway leading to Cheonggyecheon, but it disappeared when the Bukchon Hanok Village was established ...
Among the top three sundae gukbap (blood sausage soup with rice) restaurants in Seoul, which include Euljiro Cheongwaok, Yaksu Sundae Gukbap, Seolleung Nongmin Baegam Sundae, Yeongdeungpo Samgeori Meonjimak Sundae Gukbap, and Seoil Sundae Gukbap, Cheongwaok is consistently recognized as one of the top 3 sundae gukbap restaurants. “Cheongwaok, Found Throughout Seoul” While Cheongwaok has its main branch in Euljiro, it ...
To the west of Gyeongbokgung Palace lies the Seochon Village. Here, you can also find a hanok village, though it differs from the well-maintained Bukchon Hanok Village. Seochon Village combines hanoks (traditional Korean houses), yangoks (Western-style houses), and villas, giving it a somewhat rustic atmosphere. In Seochon Village, there is always a popular restaurant where many people line up. This ...
Hanok, a traditional Korean residential space distinct from Western-style houses, is a sought-after accommodation for foreign tourists visiting Korea. Not only foreigners, but many Koreans also enjoy spending a healing night in the atmospheric ambiance of a hanok. This popularity stems from the fact that hanoks are unique residential spaces in Korea that appeal to both locals and foreigners alike. ...
In Korea, various local governments operate healing centers. In Gangnam, you can find a healing center directly managed by Gangnam-gu Office. Starting with the COEX branch of “Gangnam Healing Center,” new spaces are being created to provide welfare services to residents, including the opening of a new healing center in Gaepo. “Gangnam Healing Center COEX Branch” is also operated by ...
The area of Jamsil in Seoul is known to have been a significant location during the Three Kingdoms period of ancient Korea, particularly under the kingdom of Baekje. Thanks to this historical significance, remnants and artifacts from the Baekje period can still be found in Jamsil. If you head a bit south from the Seokchon Lake in Jamsil, you’ll come ...