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Insadong Cultural Street (인사동 문화의 거리)

Insadong Cultural Street (인사동 문화의 거리)

468.8M    0     2023-12-26

Insa-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul Metropolitan City

Insadong Cultural Street is a popular tourist destination for visitors from all around the world, thanks to its numerous art galleries, restaurants serving Korean table d’hote, traditional teahouses, and street vendors lining the streets. Its most recognizable feature is the use of Hangeul (Korean script) in storefronts, which allows the visitors to really see just what makes this place so special. Unlike the nearby Ikseon-dong Hanok Street, Insadong Cultural Street has larger streets with wider stores, so it is much easier to traverse. On evenings and weekends, one can find buskers performing on the side of the road.

Kumkang - Jongno Branch (금강제화 (종로지점))

Kumkang - Jongno Branch (금강제화 (종로지점))

470.3M    13936     2021-07-19

89, Jong-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-733-2744

Kumkang Shoes is Korea's leading fashion retailer specializing in formal, casual and athletic footwear, as well as trendy clothing and accessories. Located in central Seoul, Kumkang Jongno is easily accessible from major shopping areas such as Insa-dong and Dongdaemun Market. Moreover, this Kumkang branch has a tailor shop that provides tailoring and repair services.

KT Square (KT스퀘어)

KT Square (KT스퀘어)

471.4M    5189     2021-07-08

178, Sejong-daero, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-1577-5599

KT Square is a multi-complex that offers various cultural performances as well as hands-on experiences of the latest in IT technology. Gallery 130 showcases the history of KT Corp.

Lotte Hotel Seoul (롯데호텔서울)

Lotte Hotel Seoul (롯데호텔서울)

473.7M    65046     2021-05-31

30, Eulji-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-771-1000

Lotte Hotel Seoul is a first class hotel located in the heart of Seoul, offering outstanding services to guests. The hotel is equipped with over 1,015 guestrooms, restaurants and bars, grand conference halls and banquet halls, a fitness club, business center, hotel museum, Lotte Duty Free, and a variety of other facilities to accommodate guests. In 2018, the executive tower was upgraded, adding more luxury to the hotel.

Mugunghwa -  Lotte Hotel Seoul (무궁화 롯데호텔서울)

Mugunghwa - Lotte Hotel Seoul (무궁화 롯데호텔서울)

473.7M    132     2021-03-19

30, Eulji-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-317-7061

This Korean cuisine is located near Euljiro 1(il)ga Station, Seoul. The representative menu is Korean table d'hote. A restaurant serving Korean course meal menu recognized by MICHELIN.

La Seine - Lotte Hotel Seoul(라세느 롯데호텔서울)

La Seine - Lotte Hotel Seoul(라세느 롯데호텔서울)

473.7M    237     2021-04-15

30, Eulji-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-317-7171

This buffet is located near Euljiro 1(il)ga Station, Seoul. The representative menu is buffet. It is located at a well-known hotel in Korea.

Mojji Cream (모찌크림)

Mojji Cream (모찌크림)

473.7M    55     2021-03-26

30, Eulji-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-772-3997

It is a Japanese-style dessert shop. This cafe is located in Jung-gu, Seoul. The representative menu is espresso.

Balwoo Gongyang (발우공양)

475.2M    18674     2024-01-05

56 Ujeongguk-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul

Balwoo Gongyang, located in front of the main gate of Jogyesa Temple, is a temple food restaurant operated by the Cultural Corps of Korean Buddhism. It was selected as a 1-star restaurant by the Michelin Guide for three consecutive years from 2017 to 2019 and it is so popular that reservations must be made a month in advance. “Balwoo” refers to meals for monks and it means that the act of eating is also a process to realizing the truth. The restaurant offers five types of course menus inspired by Buddhist teachings that are served in the order of Suljuksim, Juksang, Sangmi (嘗味), Dammi (噉味), Seungso (僧笑), Youmi (愈味), and Ipgasim. The menu is made with seasonal ingredients to bring out the best flavor of each season. The course meal starts with appetizing kimchi stew according to the traditional Korean meal culture. Then it is followed by porridge, seasonal salad, rice and stew, side dishes, tea, and dessert, satisfying both the taste buds and health. Those who wish to experience an authentic temple meal are recommended to try the Beop Course.

Templestay Information Center (템플스테이 홍보관)

475.2M    17533     2022-10-17

56, Ujeongguk-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2031-2000

Templestay Information Center offers various information and services regarding templestays and temple meals for domestic and international visitors. The center also operates traditional cultural experiences, such as tea time with a Buddhist monk, traditional culture activities and more.

Arirang Master Crafts Shop (아리랑명품관)

Arirang Master Crafts Shop (아리랑명품관)

484.9M    16019     2021-12-01

17-1, Insadong-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-739-5700

Arirang Master Crafts Shop is a comprehensive shopping center dealing with traditional Korean crafts. It covers traditional crafts by famous artists, pottery for daily use, decorative pottery, lacquer ware inlaid with mother-of-pearl, crafts made of traditional Korean paper and more. Every product has a fixed price. In addtion, customers can enjoy diverse works displayed in the Migak Museum (Migak means delicate sculpture for eyes to see), located in the shop.