Hongdae is a neighborhood in Seoul, near Hongik University, after which it is named. It is known for its urban arts and indie music culture, local shops, clubs, and entertainment. 187
Yeonnam Gyeongui Line Forest Park, Seoul, South Korea
The former train line has been transformed into a leafy park with pathways, lawns, and streams, as well as cafes and small bookstores nearby. 186
Gwangjang Market, Seoul, South Korea
The main section of the market is dedicated to prepared food, and it’s set up like an indoor street food court, kind of like a food warehouse. Besides the food vendors, there are many restaurants on the sides. 185
Namsangol Hanok Village, Seoul
Namsangol Hanok Village, also known as “A Village of Traditional Houses in the Namsan Valley,” is a Korean village located in the Pil-dong neighborhood of Jung-gu, a central district of Seoul, South Korea, where hanok, or traditional Korean houses, have been restored to preserve the original atmosphere of the area. 184
Korean National Palace Museum in Seoul, South Korea
The National Palace Museum of Korea houses over 40,000 artifacts and royal treasures, including those from the palaces of the Joseon Dynasty and the Korean Empire, of which 14 are designated as National Treasures of South Korea. It is located inside Gyeongbokgung Palace. 183
Gyeongbokgung Palace, Seoul
Gyeongbokgung Palace, or Gyeongbok Palace, was the main royal palace of the Joseon dynasty. Built in the year 1395, it is located in northern Seoul, South Korea. 182
Time Square Shopping Mall in Seoul, South Korea
Times Square is a shopping mall in Seoul, South Korea. It contains a department store, a multiplex theater, a shopping mall, and many restaurants. 181
Seochon Neighborhood and Tongin Market in Seoul, South Korea
Seochon is one of the oldest neighborhoods in Jongno-gu, northern Seoul, South Korea. It translates to “West Village” because it is located west of Gyeongbok Palace. Tongin Market is a traditional market in Seochon. Established in 1941, the market initially catered to local needs. 180
Seoullo 7017 and Namdaemun Market in Seoul, South Korea
Seoullo 7017, also known as the Seoul Skygarden or Skypark, is an elevated, linear park in Seoul, built atop a former highway overpass. Namdaemun Market is a large traditional market in Seoul. It is the oldest and largest market in Korea. 179