Seochon Village is located west of Gyeongbokgung Palace, which once served as the royal palace during the Joseon Dynasty. It offers a different atmosphere compared to the traditional Hanok village of Bukchon, combining an elegant and modern ambiance, making it one of Seoul’s notable attractions. In Seochon Village, you can discover the “Sejong Culture Food Street,” where various restaurants gather. ...
Seochon Village in Seoul is located to the west of Gyeongbokgung Palace. To the east of Gyeongbokgung, there is the well-preserved Hanok Village known as Bukchon Hanok Village, while to the west lies Seochon Village. While Bukchon Hanok Village is renowned as a representative tourist spot in Seoul due to its well-preserved traditional houses, Seochon Village has a relatively ordinary ...
“Daechung Park” is a versatile space offering coffee, tea, alcohol, and desserts. The first branch is located in Yeonnam-dong, Seoul, and due to its popularity in Yeonnam-dong, a branch was also opened in Seochon Village. You can find it in Seoul’s Seochon Village, a bit south from Tongin Market, where you can taste traditional Korean packed meals. “Seoul Seochon Village ...
In Gapyeong, there is a theme park called “Petite France” themed after France. Established in 2008, Petite France quickly became a representative theme park in Gapyeong. Subsequently, in 2021, a new theme park named “Italian Village” was opened behind Petite France. Its subtitle is “Pinocchio and Da Vinci.” “A Homage to the Tuscan Village of Italy” The Italian Village, “Pinocchio ...
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 ...
Located in the southeast of Jeju, the “Jeju Folk Village” is a place carefully designed to represent the most authentic aspects of Jeju. To preserve Jeju’s cultural heritage in its original form, this large-scale museum, based on the 19th century, was created with the expertise and authentication of Jeju’s traditional culture, including mountain villages, mid-mountain villages, coastal villages, and indigenous ...
Imjingak is evolving into a more sophisticated place compared to its past. With the introduction of a cable car, you can now see new buildings that were not there before. Next to the cable car building, the DMZ tour ticket office has been relocated, and the remaining space is used as a rest area. “A Variety of Restaurants in Imjingak” ...
To the west of Gyeongbokgung Palace lies Seochon Village. It’s a hanok village in Seochon that offers a different view from the Bukchon Hanok Village to the east of Gyeongbokgung Palace. However, finding a large area with hanok buildings gathered together, like in Bukchon Hanok Village, is quite rare. Hanok buildings are scattered throughout the area, and if you wander ...
Codfish is one of the various names for pollock. It refers to partially dried pollock, which is typically seasoned and cooked. Thanks to its popularity, there are restaurants specializing solely in codfish dishes, catering to a dedicated fan base. “In Seoul’s Seochon Village, a Specialized Braised Codfish Restaurant: Golden Codfish” In Seoul’s Seochon Village, located west of Gyeongbokgung Palace, there ...
Located west of Gyeongbokgung Palace, Seochon Village offers a distinct atmosphere compared to the nearby Bukchon Hanok Village. It is a notable destination in Seoul where traditional charm and modern influences coexist harmoniously. In Seochon Village, you can find the “Sejong Cultural Food Street,” where a variety of restaurants are clustered. Getting there is simple. Exit from Exit 2 of ...
Huinnyeoul Culture Village is a cultural village located in Yeongdo, Busan. Alongside “Gamcheon Culture Village,” it is considered one of the representative cultural villages and travel destinations in Busan. One of the distinctive features of Huinnyeoul Culture Village is its location on the coastal cliffs. In the past, it had an image of a moonlight town, but now it has ...
Gamcheon Culture Village, located in Sahagu, Busan, is one of the prominent landmarks in downtown Busan. It is a result of urban regeneration through the Renaissance Project, which has revitalized the cityscape. Often referred to as Korea’s Machu Picchu or Santorini, Gamcheon Culture Village has gained popularity. However, unlike Santorini in Greece, it is not located on the coast, and ...