Seoul(Gangnam-gu) , Gangnam・Samseongdong(COEX)

Hansoonrye deals with hanbok and bedding items. It specializes in silk-made clothing items that are customized for visitors. Its hanbok boasts both comfort and simple designs rather than colorful designs. Every item uses high quality handmade silk and visitors can choose either naturally dyed or synthetically dyed fabrics.


Seoul(Jongno-gu) , Insadong・Jongnon

The Templestay Information Center is located across the street from Jogyesa Temple, and can easily be accessed from Anguk Station (Seoul Subway Line3) or from Insa-dong Cultural Street. The center is a five-story cultural complex that houses the main Templestay offices, an information center, education center, a traditional temple restaurant called “Balwoo Gongyang”, the Lotus Cafe, and a Buddhist bookstore on the basement floor. The Templestay Information Center on the first floor handles all general information concerning Templestay programs. Here one can pick up pamphlets and other brochures about the programs, as well as get answers to questions. The Education Center on the third floor has facilities for both seated programs and open rooms for other activities. The fifth floor houses a restaurant called “Balwoo Gongyang”, specializing in traditional temple food, where one can taste the carefully prepared dishes, handmade by Buddhist practitioners.


Seoul(Gangbuk-gu)

The Mia branch of the Lotte Department Store (one of the top department store chains in Korea) opened its doors in June 2006 and has since become a representative cultural space of the Gangbuk area. Complete with a community center, a massage parlor (Relax Shop), a family lounge, a café style rest area, and various other convenient facilities, the Lotte Department store is more than just a shopping complex. Among its large selection of goods ranging from electronics to furniture, the food, clothing, and cosmetics sections are especially popular among shoppers.


Seoul(Jongno-gu)


Seoul(Gangnam-gu) , Gangnam・Samseongdong(COEX)

Jardin de Chouette initially gained recognition for its jackets and has become a popular shopping destination among fashionistas looking for high-qualiy clothing with unique designs. It is patronized by Korean celebrities such as Kim Tae-hee, Lee Hyori, Han Ga-in, and Song Hye-kyo. Famous for its owl symbol, Jardin de Chouette has an extensive showroom.


Seoul(Songpa-gu) , Jamsil(Lotte World)

The stone mound tombs in Seokchon-dong were found and investigated as part of the city development project in Jamsil district. It was impossible to determine the full scale of the ancient tombs in this area due to the severity of destruction. The largest tomb is the third, which measures 49.6 meters from east to west, 43.7 meters from south to north, and 4 meters in x_height. The tomb features three layers of stones topped by a smooth mound, which is a tomb style originating from the Goguryeo Dynasty (37 BC-668 AD). The tombs are presumed to belong to one of the earliest leaders of the Baekje Dynasty (18 BC-660 AD), which was founded by the people of Goguryeo who had come down southwards to establish a new kingdom around the Hangang River basin. The square-shaped fourth tomb features a structure similar to the third tomb. Many pieces of earthenware from the early Baekje era were found in the fourth tomb. Also excavated around this site was a gold spangle earring. The third and fourth tombs have been registered as Historic Site No. 243. The tomb site offers valuable information concerning the culture and customs of the Baekje Dynasty in its golden age around the 4th century, as well as the relations between the three ancient kingdoms (Goguryeo, Baekje, and Silla) around that time.


Seoul(Gangnam-gu) , Gangnam・Samseongdong(COEX)

EO, an Italian restaurant opened in Cheongdam-dong Seoul, is run by Eo Yun-Gwon, considered one of the leading chefs of Italian food in Korea. Having only four tables in total, EO offers the highest level of service to a small group of patrons. If you wish to dine here, it is a good idea to reserve ahead of time as the restaurant is quite popular. With attention to detail in every aspect of the course, from the candle light to attentive service, dining at EO is a truly wonderful experience. As for the menu, à la carte is not available but instead lunch and dinner courses are offered. The menu is never set as it is seasonal. No matter the dish, the presentation and taste will have you wanting more.


Seoul(Jung-gu) , Seoul City Hall・Gwanghwamun

Handicraft-Nuri, located within Cuture Station Seoul 284 (Former Seoul Station), offers Korea Craft and Design Foundation's top quality designed and handcrafted products including, but not limted to, ceramics, cups, and postcards.


Seoul(Jongno-gu) , Insadong・Jongnon

Sungkok Art Museum is an art gallery built by the Korean corporation Ssangyong to promote Korean art. To help talented writers there is an individual exhibit. For the development of art culture in Korea, there is a planning exhibit, and finally there is an international exhibit that enables the public to keep in touch with the flow of foreign art as well. They hold more than 15 exhibits a year. The art gallery building can be roughly divided into two. The main building that holds the exhibition, and the annex building that harbors many diverse facilities. In the sculpture park there are about 100 kinds of trees that are decades old, which form a forest. Together with the sculptures the forest itself also plays a role as an art piece. Inside the forest a wood path exists. If you slowly follow this path you can soak in all of the sculpture park. Here you can the view the sculptures of famous artists from Korea and abroad in harmony with nature. If you want to buy practical craftwork for a mid-low price, there is an art shop inside the main building. You may encounter the Seonggok Museum’s own products, as well as high quality artwork by famous artists. These are the kind of products that make you happy even though they are small. After viewing the museum, if you want to rest for a while, try visiting the teahouse. At Seonggok Museum’s teahouse you will be able to enjoy the sculpture park’s four seasons with a delightful cup of tea. In the spring time the fresh and green scent of nature, in the summer, the vivid life of the forest, in fall, the forest’s brilliant change of color, and in the winter, you will be able to see the world covered in white. Outside the building there are terraces and outdoor tables awaiting you. Perhaps you might want to relax there inhaling the fresh air, and contemplate your trip and your life. The teahouse offers green tea, tea, citron tea, coffee and cookies. The citron tea and the sweet cookies with walnuts inside are made personally by the director herself, and they are the house specialty; so you may want to try them.


Seoul(Jongno-gu) , Daehangno・Seongbukdong

Daehangno Street, known as the street for young people, is the former location of Seoul National University. In the 1980s, many theater groups started moving to Daehangno, and it soon developed into a cultural center. In a short period of time, movie theaters, live-cafes, regular cafes and pubs sprung up, and it grew into an entertainment district. Its popularity is still maintained by famous small theaters such as Parangsae (Blue Bird) Theater and Hakjeong Theater, and some 30 additional theaters have concentrated here to contribute in keeping Daehangno as the root of performance art in Korea. The center of Daehangno, Marronnier Park, has frequent live acts and dance performances by young people. This is why Daehangno is called the “Play Mecca” and “Young Street” as well. Another reason Daehangno became so popular with young people is the various interesting sights and food to be found here. Many restaurants, fast food joints, cafes, and bars are concentrated here, making it convenient for people to find something to do after plays and live-performances. Its unique atmosphere and space continues to be loved by many young people.