Updated August 31, 2023
mausoleum (of one's ancestors) 종묘
Jongmyo, a World Heritage site, houses buildings enshrining the tablets of kings and queens of the Joseon Dynasty from the first king, Lee Solgae, who founded the Joseon Dynasty.
The central building, Jeongjeongjeon, houses the tablets of 19 kings and their queens, 49 in all.
The building was repeatedly enlarged as new tablets were placed, resulting in a 101-meter long structure.
The building next to it, Yeongnyeongjeon, enshrines the tablets of the king, queen, and 34 other members of the royal family who were not enshrined in the main hall.
The Gongsindang, located in the front yard of the main hall, houses a total of 166 tiles, 83 of which are those of distinguished vassals.
Lee San and Dong Yi, famous characters in Korean period dramas, are also enshrined here.
Address: 서울특별시 종로구 종로 157 [Map]
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Business Hours:09:00-18:00 (Feb-May, Sep-Oct), 09:00-18:30 (Jun-Aug), 09:00-17:30 (Nov-Jan)
Phone number:+82 2 765 0195
Website:
Go to the mausoleum. 종묘에 가주세요.
Where is Zongmyo? 종묘은 어디입니까?
mausoleum (of one's ancestors)
Tutusagarbha (heavenly musicians and protectors of Buddhism) 덕수궁
Deoksugung is a historic royal palace that was used as a residence and palace and is now open to the public for tourists.
It is one of the most popular of the five major palaces in Seoul because of its beautiful and uniquely Korean architectural style despite its location in the business district.
Japanese-language tours are available at Deoksugung, and tours take one hour.
Address: 서울특별시 중구 세종대로 99 [Map]
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Business Hours:09:00 - 21:00, closed Mon.
Phone number: +82 2 771 9951
Website:
Go to the Deoksugung Palace. Please come to 덕수궁.
Where is Deosu Palace? 덕수궁은 어디입니까?
National Central Museum 국립중앙박물관
The National Museum of Korea represents Seoul.
Centered on the central square of the building, the permanent exhibition hall is located on the east side, while the special exhibition hall, library, children's museum, and educational facilities are located on the west side.
The permanent exhibition hall displays Korean history, lifestyle, and artifacts from the Paleolithic Era, and admission is free.
Address: 서울특별시 용산구 서빙고로 137 [Map]
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Business Hours:10:00-18:00, 10:00-21:00 (Wed. and Sat.)
Phone number: +82 2 2077 9000
Website:
Go to the National Central Museum. 국립중앙박물관에 가주세요.
Where is the National Central Museum? 국립중앙박물관은 어디입니까?
Olympic Park 올림픽공원
The park was created in 1986 in anticipation of the 1988 Seoul Olympics.
Located in the Jamsil area in southeastern Seoul, this vast park covers a total area of approximately 158,000 square meters.
The park has a lawn, a lake, Mongchon Toseong (Monchon Toseong, Historic Site No. 297), a museum, an art museum, and many other attractions.
It is also a place for citizens to relax and enjoy the scenery of the four seasons.
In recent years, the venue that once hosted the Olympic Games has been used as a concert and event venue, and the "KSPO DOME (Olympic Gymnastics Stadium)" and "SK Handball Stadium" have been visited by many Hallyu fans.
Address: 서울특별시 송파구 올림픽로 424 [Map]
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Business Hours:05:00-23:30 (Sun-Thu), 05:00-00:30 (Fri), 04:00-23:30 (Sat)
Phone number: +82 2 410 1114
Website:
Access: Short walk from Subway Line #5 Olympic Park Station or Line #8 Mongchon Toseong Station.
Go to the Olympic Park. 올림픽공원에 가주세요.
Where is the Olympic Park? 올림픽공원은 어디입니까?
silkworm-raising room excessive warmth
Jamsil, located in the southeastern part of Seoul, is a popular area with hotels, department stores, duty-free stores, and even a mart, centering on the popular theme park "Lotte World.
In addition to the Jamsil Baseball Stadium, where you can watch Korean professional baseball games, and the Olympic Park, famous as a concert venue for Korean Wave and K-POP music, the area is also attracting attention with the appearance of the Lotte World Mall complex in front of Jamsil Station.
Address: 서울특별시 잠실6동 [Map]
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Please go to the silkworm room. 잠실에 가주세요.
Where is the silkworm room? 잠실은 어디입니까?
Cheonggyecheon River Cheonggyeongcheon
Cheonggyecheon, once a natural river, has been hidden for 40 years, but on October 1, 2005, it was reborn as a man-made river with a total length of 5.8 km.
At night, there are laser beams and lights, and the townscape, with its theaters, cafes, and tool district on either side, conveys history.
Address: 서울특별시 종로구청계천로 1 [Map]
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Business Hours:Open 24 hours a day
Phone number: +82 2 2290 7111
Website:
Go to Cheonggyecheon. 청계천에 가주세요.
Where is Cheonggyecheon? Cheonggyecheon?
Hangang Park 여의도한강공원
Han River Park is a great place to visit when you want to relax away from the downtown area, and is becoming popular as a sacred place associated with Hallyu stars, as they have been filmed in various locations.
Located along the Han River, Han River Park was originally a famous date spot because of its large fountain, sightseeing boats, and duck boats.
People are there even at night, so there is a pleasant atmosphere to spend time in.
Bicycle rentals are also popular, and we recommend renting a bicycle for two, which is a rarity in this area.
Address: 서울특별시 영등포구 여의도동 [Map]
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Business Hours:Open 24 hours a day
Go to Hangang Park. 여의도한강공원에 가주세요.
Where is Hangang Park? What is the best way to get the best out of the 여의도한강공원은 어디입니까?