Gwangjang Market Hanbok Shops (광장시장 한복매장)

13.9Km 2019-09-16

88, Changgyeonggung-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2267-0291

Unlike many other traditional markets, Kwangjang Market has preserved its rich history and maintained the feel of a traditional market, shying away from modernization. Operated by kind-hearted merchants that embody the warmth of the Korean people, the market is a great place to eat delicious food and purchase various items at inexpensive prices.

Hanbok shops in Kwangjang Market focus on traditional hanbok rather than modernized hanbok, which are said to be more practical than their traditional counterpart. Beautiful hanbok are available at 30% off their average asking price.

Sujeong Pharmacy [Tax Refund Shop] (수정약국)

13.9Km 2024-04-22

1F, 195, Jangchungdan-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul

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Donghwa Kim's Hotel (동화킴스관광호텔)

13.9Km 2021-01-19

136, Pyeongchangmunhwa-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-379-0520

Donghwa Kim's Hotel, located in Jongno-gu, Pyeongchang-dong, was designed to give the impression of a mountain cabin while combining Korean and modern architectural elements, resulting in a structure of notable artistic taste. The four-story hotel has 51 comfortable guestrooms, a banquet hall, a coffee shop, a Western restaurant, and a Korean restaurant. The hotel offers a wide-open view of the neighboring Bugaksan Mountain.

Travelodge Dongdaemun (트레블로지 동대문 호텔)

13.9Km 2021-07-13

359, Dongho-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2160-8888

Travelodge Dongdaemun is located in the heart of Seoul, surrounded by popular tourist attrctions. The hotel provides services that suit the needs of both leisure and business travelers alike at an affordable price. Dongdaemun is a popular fashion district where tradition and modern cultures meet. Several tourist attractions are located within 10 to 15 minutes via public transportation from the hotel, such as Dongdaemun Design Plaza, Cheonggyecheon Stream, Heunginjimun Gate, Insa-dong and the royal palaces.

Eunjujeong (은주정)

13.9Km 2024-03-12

32, Changgyeonggung-ro 8-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2265-4669

Situated near Gwangjang Market, Eunjujeong focuses on kimchi jjigae. Served wrapped in lettuce, it offers a unique delicacy. They also sell barbecued pork belly, which is grilled in the traditional Korean style. After finishig the meal, it's recommended to take a walk along Cheonggyecheon Stream right in front of the restaurant. Across Cheonggyecheon Stream is Gwangjang Market, which is also worth exploring, enriching the experience of the area.

Geumdwaeji Sikdang (금돼지식당)

13.9Km 2024-10-17

149 Dasan-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul

Geumdwaeji Sikdang is renowned as one of the top three pork restaurants in Seoul, specializing in pork dishes. Its signature menu item is the nunkkon moksal (grilled pork shoulder), known for its marbled appearance resembling snowflakes. Bonsamgyeop (grilled bone-in pork belly) and deungmoksal (short loin and pork shoulder) are also popular choices. They offer fragrant basil wraps as a side dish, which perfectly complements the slightly grilled basil with the juicy and flavorful meat, creating a harmonious taste sensation that is considered a delicacy at this establishment.

Changdeokgung Injeongmun Gate (창덕궁 인정문)

13.9Km 2022-08-29

99, Yulgok-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-3668-2300

Serving as the main gate of Injeongjeon Hall, Injeongmun Gate was established in 1405 (5th year of King Taejo’s reign during the Joseon dynasty). Later on, the gate was destroyed by multiple fires during the Imjin War (Japanese invasion of Korea in 1592), therefore current form of the establishment displays designs that are more often seen in the late 19th century's. In addition, a lot of subsidary marks and buildings are removed from the original places and relocated passing the time, however, still remains to represent prestigious ambience.

Injeongmun Gate served as the place for several coronation ceremonies of kings, prince's succession of throne, and many other national affairs celebrated by the royal members who gathered and aligned around this gate.

Insa Art Space (인사미술공간)

13.9Km 2021-02-26

89, Changdeokgung-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-760-4722

Insa Art Space was established in 2000 to support artists who are experiencing financial difficulties. In 2005, Art Space started to develop artistic projects and in 2006, the gallery began to provide project consultations, and publishing and marketing, to develop into a stronger self-sufficient gallery. Currently, the gallery provides special exhibitions for artists and independent curators.

Rawrow - Kwangjang Market Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (로우로우 광장시장)

13.9Km 2024-04-19

Store #239, Gwangjang Market, 88, Changgyeonggung-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul

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Jongmyodaeje (Royal Ancestral Memorial Rite of Joseon) (종묘대제)

14.0Km 2022-10-05

157, Jong-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
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Jongmyodaeje, Korea’s Royal Ancestral Memorial Rite, is a traditional ritual that has been recognized with many important designations. It is a UNESCO Masterpiece of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity, Important Intangible Cultural Property No. 56 (Jongmyo Jerye), and Korea’s Important Intangible Cultural Property No. 1 (Jongmyo Jeryeak). The ritual is held yearly on the first Sunday of May. It begins with eogahaengnyeol, the fabulous royal parade dating from the Joseon dynasy, which is truly a sight to behold as it moves through the modern city.

Jongmyodaeje originated as a royal ancestral ritual to honor the past kings and queens of the Joseon dynasty. During the Joseon era, the ritual was held five times a year (spring, summer, autumn, winter, and December) until it was abolished by Japanese colonial rule. In 1969, Jongmyodaeje was reinstated and has been held in May every year since.

Jongmyo Shrine, the destination of the procession, was the setting of ceremonial rituals during the Joseon dynasty. Originally, Jongmyo only referred to Jeongjeon (Main Hall) where the memorial tablets of Joseon’s reigning kings and queens are enshrined. Today, however, Jongmyo also encompasses Yeongnyeongjeon (Hall of Eternal Peace) where the tablets of posthumous kings and queens are enshrined and Gongsindang (Hall of Meritorious Subjects) where the tablets of esteemed ministers of the state are kept.

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