Traditional Performance at The Korea House (한국의집 전통예술공연 KOREA 심청) - Area information - Korea travel information

Traditional Performance at The Korea House (한국의집 전통예술공연 KOREA 심청)

2.8Km    2024-08-16

10, Toegye-ro 36-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
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The Korea House has been a venue for traditional performing arts for more than 20 years, presenting various musical performances, court dances, and folk dances such as Pungmulnori (farmers’ percussion performance), Talchum (mask dance), Pansori (a traditional narrative vocal performance), and Sinawi (an ensemble of eight traditional musical instruments).

At Korea House, visitors can discover the diverseness and richness of Korean music and art performance. Popular and nationally recognized intangible cultural asset holders such as An Sook Seon, Park Byeong Cheon, and Lee Chun Hui perform on the stage under director Jeong Jae Man.

Low Classic - Garosu Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (로우클래식 가로수)

Low Classic - Garosu Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (로우클래식 가로수)

2.8Km    2024-04-23

57, Nonhyeon-ro 159-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

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Korea House (한국의집)

Korea House (한국의집)

2.8Km    2024-10-28

10, Toegye-ro 36-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul

The Korea House was opened in 1981. It is a traditional Korean building that introduces the culture and lifestyle of Koreans, where you can experience traditional architecture and a classical atmosphere. The building was built in the style of the Joseon Dynasty's Jagyeong-jeon building at the Gyeongbok Palace. It is the only building built in the traditional architectural style. You will feel its antiquity as you enter the building.

It is divided into the Haerin-gwan (a space for people to get acquainted with each other), the Traditional Theater, and three annex buildings (Munhyang-ru, Nokeum-jeong and Cheongwu-jeong). At Haerin-gwan, you can enjoy traditional music at Garak-dang and try traditional food at Sohwa-dang. In the square of Garak-dang you can view a traditional wedding (on the weekends) or people playing folk games. Also, at the Traditional Theater, about 156 seats are available, and in the afternoons Human Cultural Assets or members of the National Center for Korean Traditional Performing Arts and the National Corps members present traditional music and dances. Sinayui, Salpuri, Pansori, the Drum Dance and the Bongsan Mask Dance are the most popular programs for foreigners. The programs are all explained in English and Japanese.

In the Cultural Gift Shop you can view various crafts made by traditional craftsmen. It is always open and the crafts are for sale as well. There are pottery, ceramics, golden crafts, knots and embroidery etc; approximately 500 pieces of artwork made by craftsmen from 20 different fields. Next to the House of Korea is the Namsan-gol Hanok Village where visitors can explore traditional houses.

Korea House (한국의집)

Korea House (한국의집)

2.8Km    2024-03-05

10 Toegye-ro 36-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2266-9101

Located in the center of Seoul, Korea House is a must-visit tourism spot as a high-end cultural complex offering Hanjeongsik (Korean table d'hote), traditional refreshments, traditional performance arts, and traditional weddings, allowing visitors to feel the beauty of Korean culture and the taste of Korea. Guests can also enjoy the elegant beauty of hanok.

Korea House Café & Art Shop (한국의집 사랑 카페앤아트샵)

Korea House Café & Art Shop (한국의집 사랑 카페앤아트샵)

2.8Km    2021-06-30

10, Toegye-ro 36-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2270-1190

Korea House Café & Art Shop strives to promote traditional crafts and culture through handmade traditional Korean products. They also play an important role in the production of traditional crafts globally.
The shopwares are created using traditional patterns, designs, and sculptural aesthetics in accordance with craftsmanship that has been passed down for generations. Visitors can also learn more about the culture of Korean crafts at the shop. They also offer counseling for traditional wedding ceremonies.

L CREER (엘크레)

2.8Km    2024-11-06

41 Dosan-daero 15-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

L Creer is a makeup platform operated by a makeup artist with 27 years of experience in charge of makeup for IU and actress Han Ye-seul. Customers can easily experience the beauty consulting that celebrities receive at an affordable price. It has a reputation for providing meticulous and detailed beauty consulting. When visiting for the first time, eyebrow shape consulting is the most popular service where you get to receive eyebrow care and learn how to apply eyebrow make up. Reservations are required before visiting.

Bari and you (바리엔유 (구 바가지머리))

Bari and you (바리엔유 (구 바가지머리))

2.8Km    2020-05-11

38, Dosan-daero 11-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

As a branch store of the online shopping mall Bagazimuri, off-line store Bari and You on Garosu Street in Sinsa-dong offers colorful women's clothing, shoes, handbags, accessories, and even cosmetics. The store receives new products every day. The store walls are decorated with fascinating works by young artists. It also provides plenty of fancy goods with distinctive designs.

C27 Garosugil(C27 가로수길)

C27 Garosugil(C27 가로수길)

2.8Km    2020-10-29

39, Dosan-daero, 15-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
+82-2-554-1527

This is a cafe located in Garosu-gil, Seoul. You can choose from 26 kinds of cheesecake. The best menu at this restaurant is cheesecake.

Villa Di Metrocity [Tax Refund Shop] (빌라 디 메트로시티)

2.8Km    2024-04-19

33, Garosu-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

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AMORE Spa (아모레퍼시픽 스파)

2.8Km    2025-01-10

21, Apgujeong-ro 29-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
+82-2-512-3067

AmorePacific, a Korean brand, initially gained popularity in New York since its opening of AMORE Beauty Gallery & Spa in Soho, New York. The AMORE Spa is a popular spa and treatment center frequented by many international celebrities.

The AMORE Spa Seoul branch, opened in April 2005, offers approximately 30 different kinds of programs. One of the most popular spa programs is Spa Therapy, which uses a diverse range of natural therapy materials including lotus flower, ginger and bamboo. Another popular program is the Halla Green Tea program, which uses green tea leaves grown in Jeju's Hallasan Mountain. Other programs include Gold & Silver Energy Healing therapy, Mystic Bamboo Forest, facial therapies, body slimming and massages.