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Bukchon Hanok Center for History (북촌한옥역사관)

Bukchon Hanok Center for History (북촌한옥역사관)

975.0M    2024-11-05

3 Gyedong 4-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul

How has Bukchon, a Hanok village, been preserved over the years? The Bukchon Hanok Center for History, housed in a remodeled Hanok, sheds light on the history of Bukchon and highlights Jeong Se-kwon, who strived to preserve Korea’s unique residential style. It features traditional Hanoks, and urban Hanoks that were modified from them. Compare and experience the ambiance of Hanok.

Lotte Hotel Seoul (롯데호텔서울)

Lotte Hotel Seoul (롯데호텔서울)

978.7M    2021-05-31

30, Eulji-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-771-1000

Lotte Hotel Seoul is a first class hotel located in the heart of Seoul, offering outstanding services to guests. The hotel is equipped with over 1,015 guestrooms, restaurants and bars, grand conference halls and banquet halls, a fitness club, business center, hotel museum, Lotte Duty Free, and a variety of other facilities to accommodate guests. In 2018, the executive tower was upgraded, adding more luxury to the hotel.

Mugunghwa -  Lotte Hotel Seoul (무궁화 롯데호텔서울)

Mugunghwa - Lotte Hotel Seoul (무궁화 롯데호텔서울)

978.7M    2021-03-19

30, Eulji-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-317-7061

This Korean cuisine is located near Euljiro 1(il)ga Station, Seoul. The representative menu is Korean table d'hote. A restaurant serving Korean course meal menu recognized by MICHELIN.

La Seine - Lotte Hotel Seoul(라세느 롯데호텔서울)

La Seine - Lotte Hotel Seoul(라세느 롯데호텔서울)

978.7M    2021-04-15

30, Eulji-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-317-7171

This buffet is located near Euljiro 1(il)ga Station, Seoul. The representative menu is buffet. It is located at a well-known hotel in Korea.

Mojji Cream (모찌크림)

Mojji Cream (모찌크림)

978.7M    2021-03-26

30, Eulji-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-772-3997

It is a Japanese-style dessert shop. This cafe is located in Jung-gu, Seoul. The representative menu is espresso.

Four Seasons Charles H. (포시즌스호텔서울 찰스.H)

Four Seasons Charles H. (포시즌스호텔서울 찰스.H)

979.6M    2024-03-15

97 Saemunan-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul

This bar is named after the legendary American writer Charles H. Baker. It is inspired by speakeasy bars, which were bars hidden from sight during the Prohibition period, so its door blends into the surrounding walls. So, when one steps into the space, it is like stepping into a secret hangout. A cover charge of 10,000 won gives patrons a welcome drink, finger foods, and snacks. The menu is inspired by cocktails that Charles H. Baker had across the world, such as New York City, Mexico, Shanghai, Cuba, and Tahiti. It won 7th place in Asia’s 50 Best Bars list and 42nd place in the World’s 50 Best Bars list. The ambience is relaxed, and attentive services ensure that you can have a comfortable time here.

Changdeokgung Palace Complex [UNESCO World Heritage Site] (창덕궁과 후원 [유네스코 세계문화유산])

Changdeokgung Palace Complex [UNESCO World Heritage Site] (창덕궁과 후원 [유네스코 세계문화유산])

980.5M    2025-01-17

99 Yulgok-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul

Changdeokgung Palace was the second royal villa built following the construction of Gyeongbokgung Palace in 1405. It was the principal palace for many kings of the Joseon dynasty, and is the most well-preserved of the five remaining royal Joseon palaces. The palace grounds are comprised of a public palace area, a royal family residence building, and the rear garden. Known as a place of rest for the kings, the rear garden boasts a gigantic tree that is over 300 years old, a small pond and a pavilion.

The palace gained importance starting from the time of Seongjong, the 9th king of Joseon, when a number of kings began using it as a place of residence. Unfortunately, the palace was burned down by angry citizens in 1592 when the royal family fled their abode during the Imjin War. Thanks to Gwanghaegun, the palace was restored in 1611. Even today, it houses a number of cultural treasures, such as Injeongjeon Hall, Daejojeon Hall, Seonjeongjeon Hall, and Nakseonjae Hall.

Changdeokgung Palace’s garden behind the inner hall, called the "Secret Garden," was constructed during the reign of King Taejong and served as a rest area for the royal family members. The garden had formerly been called Bugwon and Geumwon, but was renamed Biwon Garden, or Secret Garden, after King Gojong came into power. The garden was kept as natural as possible and was touched by human hands only when absolutely necessary. Buyongjeong Pavilion, Buyongji Pond, Juhamnu Pavilion, Eosumun Gate, Yeonghwadang Hall, Bullomun Gate, Aeryeonjeong Pavilion, and Yeongyeongdang Hall are some of the many attractions that occupy the garden. The most beautiful time to see the garden is during the fall when the autumn foliage is at its peak and the leaves have just started to fall.

Though it has been treasured by Koreans for centuries, Changdeokgung Palace and its complex was recognized as a World Cultural Heritage site by the UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Committee in December of 1997 during the committee meeting in Naples, Italy.

Yu Yuan (유 유안)

980.0M    2017-02-24

97, Saemunan-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul

With a name derived from Shanghai's beautiful garden, Yu Yuan displays the glamorous exuberance and abundance of Shanghai in the 1920s. Offered menus are mostly based on Guangdong cuisine along with other Chinese regional specialties such as Bejing Duck.

GAMMEEOK (감미옥)

GAMMEEOK (감미옥)

981.5M    2021-03-18

166-1, Jong-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2269-6933

A restaurant specializing in seolleongtang (ox bone soup) for over 30 years now. The best menu at this restaurant is ox bone soup. This is a Korean cuisine located in Jongno-gu, Seoul.

M.Ffin - Euljiro 1(il)-ga Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (엠핀 을지로입구)

M.Ffin - Euljiro 1(il)-ga Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (엠핀 을지로입구)

982.6M    2024-04-22

2F, 10, Docheong-ro, Yeongtong-gu, Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do

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