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Bosingak Belfry (보신각 터)

645.9082258962073m    61115     2024-03-04

54, Jong-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2133-2641

Bosingak Belfry is also known as Jonggak. It was the site in which a large bell, used to keep the time in Seoul, was found during the Joseon period (1392-1897). Bosingak Belfry was burned down during the Korean War (1950-1953) and was reconstructed in 1979. The original bell was moved to the Gyeongbokgung Palace, and a new bell was forged in 1985. At midnight, January 1, the bell at the Bosingak Belfry is rung to welcome the new year. Many people gather around the belfry to make a wish for their new year.

Insa Art Plaza (인사아트 프라자)

654.1646655749884m    18851     2020-04-23

34-1, Insadong-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-730-9969

Olive Young - Anguk Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 안국)

656.749144819664m    0     2024-04-17

1F, 45, Yulgok-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul

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Ogu Banjeom (오구반점)

658.8884147174247m    77     2021-03-29

60, Supyo-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2267-0516

It is a store that has been in operation since 1953. This Chinese (cuisine) restaurant is located in Jung-gu, Seoul. The most famous menu is pan-fried dumpling.

CAFE Jongrosijang (CAFE종로시장)

660.6726921693397m    152     2021-03-19

10, Ujeongguk-ro 2-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-732-1452

It sells American pancakes. The best menu at this restaurant is pancakes. This is a cafe located in Jongno, Seoul.

CheongKwanJang - Jonggak Station Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (정관장 종각역)

664.0068698584703m    0     2024-04-22

#102, 95, Sambong-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul

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Changgyeonggung Palace (창경궁)

666.3337934143381m    268874     2022-12-13

185, Changgyeonggung-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-762-4868

Located in the heart of Seoul, Changgyeonggung Palace was originally built as Suganggung Palace by the 4th ruler of the Joseon dynasty, King Sejong (r.1418-1450), for his retiring father, King Taejong. It often served as residential quarters for queens and concubines. During the reign of King Seongjong (r.1469-1494), the palace was renovated and renamed to Changgyeonggung Palace. It later became a park with a zoo and a botanical garden during Japanese colonial rule. The palace grounds remained this way until 1983 when restoration of its old grace was completed.

Changgyeonggung Palace Honghwamun Gate (창경궁 홍화문)

666.3337934143381m    22455     2021-05-27

99, Yulgok-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-762-4868

Honghwamun Gate is the main gate of Changgyeonggung Palace. It has three opening gates in the front and two to the side with a sophisticated locking mechanism.

Insa-dong (인사동)

671.4898939724598m    873652     2024-05-17

62, Insadong-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-734-0222

Insa-dong, located in the heart of the city, is an important place where old but precious traditional goods are on display. There is one main road in Insa-dong with alleys on each side. Within these alleys are galleries, traditional restaurants, teahouses, and cafes.

The galleries are the heartbeat of Insa-dong. There are about 100 galleries in the area offering every example of traditional Korean fine art from paintings to sculptures. The most famous galleries are Hakgojae Gallery, which functions as the center of folk art, Gana Art Gallery, which promotes many promising artists, and Gana Art Center.

The teahouses and restaurants are the perfect complement to the galleries. They are hidden deep within the twisting alleyways, making it feel like a treasure hunt. The shops in Insa-dong are very popular among all age groups, because each one is unique.

Every Saturday from 14:00 to 22:00 and Sunday from 10:00 to 22:00, the main street is blocked to vehicular traffic and it becomes a cultural space. Stores set up booths outside and Korean candy merchants and fortune teller stalls can easily be found; there are traditional performances and exhibits as well. Insa-dong is especially popular among international tourists. This is where they can experience and see traditional Korean culture first-hand, and also purchase pieces of fine art.

CheongKwanJang - Euljiro Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (정관장 을지로)

673.8901816762917m    0     2024-04-18

1F, 103, Eulji-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul

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