Seoul(Jongno-gu)

Situated in the northeast of Hanyang (the former name of Seoul), Hyehwamun Gate was one of four small gates in the city’s fortress walls. When the gate was first built in 1396 (the 5th year of King Taejo's reign) during the establishment of the city, it was initially called Honghwamun. Unfortunately, the name happened to be the same as the east gate of Changgyeonggung Palace built in 1483 (during the 4th year of King Seongjong’s reign) so it was subsequently changed to Hyehwamun Gate in 1511 (during the sixth year of King Jungjong’s reign) to avoid confusion. The gate is also known as Dongsomun Gate (East Small Gate). Hyehwamun Gate was an important gate for people moving toward the north of the country, since the gate to the north, Sukjeongmun Gate, was often closed. Hyehwamun Gate was destroyed when a street car line was built between Hyehwa-dong and Donam-dong during the Japanese Colonial Period, but was restored in 1992 and placed on a hill next to the road. Visitors can find the gate via Sajik Tunnel, Inwangsan Mountain, Bukaksan Mountain, Changdeokgung Palace, and Sungkyunkwan University; it intersects with the road going toward Uijeongbu. Inside Hyehwa-dong is the bustling Hyehwa-dong University Street; visitors can see Bukaksan and Bukak Pavilion to the west of Hyehwamun Gate.


Seoul(Jung-gu)

Maru Guesthouse, located in Bukchang-dong, Seoul, offers a warm welcome to visitors to its clean and spacious facilities. As the guesthouse is just five minutes’ walk from City Hall Station and Hoehyeon Station, guests can easily reach Myeong-dong, Namdaemun Market, and various department stores for shopping, as well as visit Seoul Tower on Namsan Mountain, City Hall, and Deoksugung Palace. Tourists can enjoy a different side of Seoul by visiting Namsan Hanok Village set amid an attractive natural environment and enjoy sampling all kinds of tasty foods at the food alley in Bukchang-dong.


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

Great Shanghai is a Chinese restaurant serving deliciously genuine Sichuan and Beijing-style cooking, with shark's fin directly imported from Sanji as their specialty. Aside from shark's fin, the authentic Peking duck is another must-try specialty. The restaurant also offers Deng Xiaping's favorites, Mapadubu and Ddanddanmyeon.


Seoul(Yeongdeungpo-gu) , Yeouido・Yeongdeungpo・Mapo

Sanha is a Hwanghae-style mandu (Korean dumplings) specialty restaurant. The mandu boasts very authentic flavors at the owner of the restaurant hails from Hwanghae. The prices are a bit high for mandu, but nevertheless there are always lines out the door. ​        


Seoul(Mapo-gu) , Hongik-University-Area

Take a Street boasts items with new concepts every season. Its diverse products include shoes, hats, bags, watches, t-shirts, and accessories. The shop provides customers with styling advice as well.  


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

Ham Ji-Park first opened in October of 1978 in Bangbae-dong and is still operating in the same location to this day. The manager, chefs, and staff of Ham Ji-Park have been serving the public for over 10 years, providing a family-like atmosphere. A staff of elite Chinese chefs are at the ready to prepare anything from elegant dishes such as Buddha Jump Soup, Shark's Fin, and Swallow's Next, to more affordable dishes like Tangsuyuk and Jjajangmyeon. There is a diverse variety of courses prepared to meet the tastes of all its guests. Course and set menus change every season in order to present a larger variety of delicious cuisine.


Seoul(Mapo-gu)

The World Cup Park was established on Nanjido, whose name means the island of "abundant orchids and gromwells." The island was once a wonderful ecosystem where flowers flourished season in and season out, and migrant birds came to visit every year.Unfortunately, Nanjido was used as a landfill site between 1978 and 1993 and the once beautiful ecosystem became a smelly place full of trash and sludge. However, the Landfill Recovery Project began in 1996, once again restoring life to the barren wasteland. Plants and animals returned to the area and it was christened the World Cup Park in May 2002. Each of the five divisions of the World Cup Park (Pyounghwa Park, Haneul Park, Noeul Park, Nanjicheon Park, and Nanji Hangang Park) represents an aspect of the radical transformation of Nanjido back into an ecological haven.Haneul Park (Sky Park) is full of lush Eulalia and home to the Seoul Eulalia Festival, held every year in October when the grass is in bloom. Although the park is open to visitors during the daytime, the park is usually closed at night to reduce the negative effects of visitors on the native plants and animals. During the festival, however, the park remains open until 10 p.m. and the entire grounds are aglow with light. Visitors not only get a beautiful view of the city lights and Hangang River, but can also enjoy the variety of events and performances offered during the festival period.


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

The Lotus Lantern Festival is held every year in honor of Buddha's Birth. The festival is preceded by hanging of lotus-shaped lanterns across Seoul for several weeks, and officially kicks off with lighting of the Jangeumdang, a large lantern that symbolizes Buddhism and Buddha's Birthday, at the Seoul Plaza. The celebration continues with a wide array of Buddhist programs and activities, before ending with an impressive lantern parade in the heart of Seoul.


Seoul(Songpa-gu)

David Hotel is situated in Jamsil, Seoul, which is a Mecca of sports and business. Teheran-ro, Samseong-dong, the main Olympic Stadium, Lotte World, and World Trade Center are also nearby. Guests can easily reach Seoul city center, the north and south districts of the Hangang River (Gangbuk and Gangnam), and the city’s two airports. In particular, the hotel provides a pick-up service for the Seoul Trade Exhibition Center and the Samseong-dong Trade Center, as well as a shuttle bus service (reservation only) to Samseong-dong COEX, Hyundai Asan Hospital, Samsung Medical Center, and Lotte World. David Hotel guarantees comfort and relaxation with its top-class hotel facilities and services, including a thorough sanitation service.


Seoul(Gangseo-gu) , The Western Part of the Seoul

The Gangseo Marsh Ecological Park is an eco-park located on the southern side of the Hangang River between Bangwha Bridge and Hangju Bridge. Established in July 2007, the park is partly comprised of low wetlands, freshwater lakes, and various aquatic plants. Eco-trails wind around the park through reeded areas, around willow trees, and past the migratory bird observation. At the park visitors can watch and learn about a variety of migratory birds during the summer and winter or join one of the park’s organized eco-education programs.