Seoul(Jongno-gu)

For more than 30 years, Gung (궁) has served Gaeseong-style mandu (dumplings). The elderly proprietor, who fled south during the Korean War runs this restaurant with the help of her granddaughters. Characteristic of its delicate taste, Gaeseong mandu stuffing consists of pork and various vegetables such as Chinese cabbage and pumpkin. This restaurant’s mandu is so popular that by late in the day, they often run out. The typical menu includes mandu-jeongol (chowder) and mandu-guk (soup). The chowder is made of various ingredients including mandu, rice cakes, mushrooms, and meat, and serves two to three persons. For several persons, it's recommended to eat bossam (boiled meat slices wrapped in lettuce leaves or kimchi) and Korean-style pancakes. TIP: On Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays, they make kimchi in front of the restaurant. Be sure to try a sample of fresh kimchi.


Seoul(Jung-gu) , Namdaemun・Seoul-Station

Queen Plaza offers diverse items for people with varying ages from children to seniors. Consisting of many shops, it is particularly popular among families. Its third floor boasts high-quality clothing and accessories.


Seoul(Jung-gu) , Euljiro・Chungmuro・Namsan

Opened March 25, 2005, the Chungmu Art Hall, operated by the Jung-gu Cultural Foundation, is located near Dongdaemun History & Culture Park Station (Seoul Subway Line 2, 4 or 5). The art hall has a grand theater (1,255 seats), a mid-sized theater (327 seats), a small theater (230 seats), the Chungmu Gallery (203㎡), and a convention center (310㎡). The Jung-gu Cultural Foundation made an effort to make Jung-gu a creative venue for culture and art. Visitors of all ages can enjoy and participate in cultural experiences through artistic shows at the hall.<


Seoul(Jung-gu) , Namdaemun・Seoul-Station

Daedo Shopping Center is home to various imported goods, clothing, flowers, and accessories. Its first floor houses all kinds of food, clothing, and accessories. The Accessory Shopping Center on the second floor boasts over 470 shops selling accessories with unique designs. They are also involved in exporting them to many countries. Daedo Flower Center on the third floor deals with both natural and artificial flowers. Visitors will find finely crafted artificial flowers with animal or plant shapes. Because of its large selection of merchandise, Daedo Shopping Center is wildly popular among both Korean and international visitors.


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Seoul(Gangnam-gu)

Hill Spa is a haven in the city, providing clients with a relaxing and comfortable ambience through its classy, fusion-style interior. The spa offers both oriental massage programs (based on oriental medicine) and western-style body analysis to tailor a personalized spa plan perfect for each client. Available spa treatments include Stone Therapy, Aroma Therapy, Skin Therapy, and Body Therapy, all done by professional therapy specialists.


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

The noodles from this place are famous because they were served by representatives from North Korea at the time of the South-North Red Cross Conference. For 50 years, this restaurant has succeeded in carrying on the tradition of Pyeongyang noodles. As the native buckwheat from Gangwon-do mixed with starch makes for fine noodles, the liquor from the brisket of beef with little white radish kimchi is a wonderful broth. *Best Korean Restaurant as designated by The Seoul Metropolitan Government


Seoul(Jung-gu)

Barugongyang Gosang is a Buddhist restaurant located on the 2nd basement floor of Center One Avenue in Euljiro, Jung-gu, Seoul. The name ‘Barugongyang’ refers to the name of the meal served at temples, where the simple act of eating is also a part of general discipline or training practices. Buddhist meals, which consist mainly of vegetarian and traditional foods, are attracting a great deal of attention worldwide as one of the most representative well-being and LOHAS (Life Style of Health and Sustainability) foods. The restaurant serves a dinner course, lunch special, and seasonal specialties.      


Seoul(Gangnam-gu) , Apgujeong・Cheongdamdong

Repetto is a shoe brand that specializes in ballet shoes. The use of soft leather soles, light leather and detailed stitchwork make Repetto shoes extremely comfortable. Repetto Cheongdam carries flats, ZIZI shoes, ballet shoes, bags and other products for women and children.


Seoul(Yeongdeungpo-gu)

Chris & Christy focuses on both practical and fashionable clothing with classical styles. Targeting young adults in their twenties and thirties, the brand boasts diverse items from suits to t-shirts. Most products are within a reasonable price range.


Seoul(Jung-gu) , Namdaemun・Seoul-Station

Cheongja Imported Goods Shopping Center offers imported utensils, household items, clothing and accessories not readily available elsewhere. Its main customers tend to be women. Its first underground floor boasts diverse utensils, women's clothing and accessories while the first floor offers children's clothing and household items. After shopping around in the center, visitors may want to vist the second and third floors, which house customer lounges and coffee shops.