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Seungdong Church (승동교회)

Seungdong Church (승동교회)

233.7M    2020-04-02

7-1, Insadong-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-732-2340

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.

Yujin Sikdang (유진식당)

Yujin Sikdang (유진식당)

245.9M    2021-03-29

40, Jong-ro 17-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-764-2835

It is a restaurant in Jongno where people wait in line to enjoy its dishes. This restaurant's signature menu is Pyeongyang cold buckwheat noodles. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Jongno-gu, Seoul.

Sarangchae (사랑채)

247.0M    2016-12-30

6, Insadong 16-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-737-1155

Sarangchae is located in Insa-dong, one of the most famous neighborhoods visited by tourists. Majority of the restaurant's customers are foreigners, and they offer reasonably priced Korean dishes that are highly popular among foreign visitors.

Kkotpineun Sangol (꽃피는산골)

Kkotpineun Sangol (꽃피는산골)

247.6M    2021-03-26

17, Jong-ro 11-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-735-7963

A restaurant frequented by office workers in Jongno after work. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Jongno-gu, Seoul. The most famous menu is seafood and green onion pancake.

Seolleneun Majung (설레는마중)

Seolleneun Majung (설레는마중)

256.9M    2021-03-30

49, Insadong-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-6954-2915

It is a store that sells both traditional Korean desserts and coffee. This cafe is located in Jongno-gu, Seoul. The most famous menu is rice cake.

Color pool Museum (컬러풀뮤지엄(COLORPOOL MUSEUM))

Color pool Museum (컬러풀뮤지엄(COLORPOOL MUSEUM))

256.9M    2024-11-06

6F, 49 Insadong-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul

It is an experiential museum where you can feel the variety of colors with all your senses. If you want to have a picture with a pretty background like a fairy tale, there is no better place than this museum. The pool filled with adorable pink balls is the most popular section that brings happy smiles to everyone, adults and children alike. You can also find various souvenirs related to bathing, such as exfoliating towels and natural soap.

Insa-dong Traditional Culture Festival (인사전통문화축제)

258.4M    2022-10-27

49 , Insadong-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) • For more info: +82-2-737-7890

Celebrated annually since 1987, Insa-dong Traditional Culture Festival is a feast of Korean culture and art, hosted by the Traditional Culture Preservation Society and the Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Tourism. The festival features an international folk festival, parade, and singing contest. Street events include ceramic art demonstrations, portrait drawings by street artists, and making traditional rice cakes.

Line Friends - Insa Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (라인프렌즈 인사점)

258.4M    2024-04-16

49, Insadong-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul

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KongKongY Gallery [Tax Refund Shop] (콩콩이 그림가게)

258.4M    2024-04-19

Store #325, 3F, 49, Insadong-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul

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Bachi Ring (UMC Jewelry) [Tax Refund Shop] (바치링(UMC쥬얼리))

258.4M    2024-04-19

#414, 49, Insadong-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul

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