Seoul(Jongno-gu)

Jongno Sarangga (Formerly Chilgapsan) is a gourmet restaurant that is so popular that there is always a group of regulars lined up outside, even during lunch! Neobiani-gui, grilled sliced beef, is one of the restaurant’s specialties, along with soybean paste stew with crushed tofu in dried anchovy broth. It’s not only the amazing tastes of these delectable dishes that draw customers, but also the reasonable prices. If you plan to visit Jongno Sarangga (Formerly Chilgapsan), make sure to make a reservation to avoid some of the wait.


Seoul(Jongno-gu)

Yeonwoo Guesthouse is a quiet and cozy traditional Korean guest house (hanok) located in Gahoe-dong, Jongnogu in Bukchon Hanok Village, a charming area crisscrossed with a labyrinth of old alleyways. As it is close to some of Seoul’s most famous tourist attractions, including Changgyeonggung Palace, Changdeokgung Palace and Gyeongbokgung Palace, many tourists from Southeast Asia and Europe book a stay here. It consists of two cozy guestrooms, each equipped with a bathroom. Among the guest house’s many charms is the panoramic view of Bukchon Hanok Village from its rooftop, which can be reached by a ladder. It also boasts the beauty of a traditional Korean house during the daytime and a spectacular view at nighttime. As it is an old hanok, the owner pays close attention to hygiene, and has the entire building regularly sterilized by a sanitary control company.


Seoul(Jongno-gu)

Guesthouse Nuha is a ‘hanok’ or traditional Korean house consisting of four guestrooms located in Nuha-dong, Seochon (west of Gyeongbokgung Palace, Jongno, Seoul) where many Confucian scholars and artists lived during the Joseon Dynasty. Exuding a refined atmosphere, Guesthouse Nuha is very popular among not only domestic visitors but also foreign tourists who want to experience the flavor of Korea in a cozy hanok. All four guestrooms (An-bang, Sarang-bang, Geul-bang, and Byeol-dang) are covered with eco-friendly hanji (traditional Korean paper handmade from mulberry tree) wallpaper, and are equipped with a thick cotton-wool comforter and pillows imbued with the scent of Hinoki cypress tree to help guests relieve their fatigue. Breakfast is served free of charge. Guests can also experience traditional Korean culture here, such as playing a Korean musical instrument (janggu or double-headed drum), playing a game of yut in the yard, or wearing hanbok (traditional Korean clothes). Although a local bus service passes through the village, it is highly recommended to take a quiet leisurely around the area.


Seoul(Jongno-gu)

Seungdong Presbyterian Church was designated Tangible Cultural Asset No. 130 by the Seoul Metropolitan Government on April 6, 2001. Originally known as “Gondanggol Church,” the church was established by Samuel Foreman Moore (1860-1906) in 1893. In those days, the church was known as a “baekjeong church” since it primarily drew Korea’s social underdogs such baekjeong (the butchers), the untouchable class of Joseon society. Following a number of relocations and name changes (called “Gondanggol,” “Jungang,” and finally “Seungdong”) the church was moved to its current location in Insadong. After Moore died in 1906, Charles Allen Clark became the pastor of the church and Mongyang Yuh Woon-hyung, a key figure in the political history of Joseon, became active in the church. The church was attended by many other activists as well. In fact, the large student demonstration that took place during the March 1st Independence Movement in 1919 was organized by a group of young church members. The church once again made its mark on history with the establishment of the Joseon Theological Seminary in 1939. Seungdong Church (B1-2F) covers a total of 660 square meters. No record has been found on its architect or builder, but the building is said to have been one of the more magnificent buildings in the area before its beauty was obscured by newer structures.


Seoul(Jongno-gu)

Located in Myeongnyun-dong, Seoul, Hyehwa 1938 guesthouse is a traditional Korean house built more than 80 years ago. It was recently renovated to serve as a guesthouse by an architect specializing in traditional Korean houses. He originally used the house as his office but decided to turn it into a guesthouse because the house was too big to be used as an office. Because of this unique history, this traditional Korean house is antique and modern at the same time. The Premium Room named 'Ujeong' is furnished with chandelier, modern furniture, and home appliances and is designed to look like one of the rooms used by a noble family in the 1930s. There are cornelian cherry trees and apricot flowers in the front yard, which is visible from the room through the window. All the corners of the house and even the drain are carefully designed not to harm the design of the house. The guesthouse has two large guestrooms only, making it the perfect choice for those who want a quiet place to stay.


Seoul(Jongno-gu)

As one of the traditional houses located in an alley in the residential area of Chebu-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul, Nuri Guesthouse is a tile-roofed house with four guestrooms. You must pass through the wooden gate and a small front yard, where you will see a small garden and an array of earthen jars where traditional Korean sauces are stored. The eaves and ceiling beams are made of logs, and the sliding doors are also made of wood just like in the old days. The shower rooms and bathrooms are located in the front yard for common use among the guests. The bathroom is furnished with a bathtub and a washing machine. The kitchen is also shared and is open all day. There is a table in the living room for guests to have a simple snack. There are also outdoor barbecue facilities in the front yard that can be used for a fee. You must make a reservation in order to use the barbecue facilities. The guesthouse is conveniently located in Jongno-gu, Seoul, but the alley is too narrow to park cars.


Seoul(Geumcheon-gu)

W-Mall is a large fashion outlet (B4-10F) that can accommodate over 600 cars in its parking lots. Featuring the latest facilities for customers, W-Mall offers more than 300 famous domestic and global brands for women’s and men’s clothing, casual clothing, sports, outdoor and children's clothing at 50-90% discounts throughout the year. It also has entertainment facilities and restaurants for a one-stop experience. W-Mall offers customized services for foreign visitors, including tax refund service, downtown tax refund center, local currency payment service, Chinese announcement, Chinese guide map, and 5% discount for UnionPay cards.


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

Seodaemun Independence Park was built on the former Seoul Guchiso (Detention Camp). It was used to imprison thousands of Korean independence activists until the liberation from the Japanese occupation on August 15, 1945, as well as the political prisoners during the political turmoil in 1960. When the prison was moved to Uiwang-si, Gyeonggi-do in November 1987, the area was turned into a memorial park to honor sacrifices of the martyrs. The park preserves seven prison buildings, execution ground, underground women’s prison, and the March 1st Movement Monument that has been moved from Tapgol Park in Jongno. One of the main sights the Seodaemun Independence Park is Dongnimmun Gate (Independence Gate), which has been designated Historic Site No. 32. The Dongnipgwan (Independence Hall), originally called Mohwagwan that was used to greet Chinese envoys during the Joseon Dynasty, was reconstructed in 1996. Today, the hall enshrines 2,327 tablets inscribed with names of Koreans who died for the cause of national independence. Standing right next to Dongnimmun Gate are the remnants of Yeongeunmun Gate, which has been designated Historic Site No. 33. Other sights inside the park include the Patriotic Martyr Monument, Declaration of Independence Monument, and Statue of Dr. Seo Jae-pil, who was an independence activist and publisher of Korea’s first independent newspaper. The highlight of Seodaemun Independence Park is the Seodaemun Prison History Hall, a former museum that has been renovated into a museum. * Total Area: 109.193.8㎡