Nakseonjae was built as the study and sarangchae (living quarters of the head of a household) of King Heonjong (24th king of Joseon, 1827-1849). Read more.
On August 1st, 2009, the redesigned Gwanghwamun Square opened to the public. Read more.
Heunginjimun, literally "Gate of Rising Benevolence" or more commonly known as Dongdaemun. Read more.
The Independence Gate(독립문;獨立門) is a memorial gate located in Seoul, South Korea. Read more.
Geunjeongjeon (Hangul: 근정전; Hanja: 勤政殿), also known as Geunjeongjeon Hall, is the throne hall where the king formally granted audiences to his officials, gave declarations of national importance. Read more.
Seoul City Hall is a governmental building for the Seoul Metropolitan Government in South Korea, in charge of the administrative affairs of Seoul. Read more.
The Bosingak Belfry was used during the Joseon Dynasty to keep the time. There were four gates in Seoul that allowed people in and out. Read more.
The Gwangjang Market is the nation’s first market and continues to thrive as a popular tourist destination today. Read more.
Ssamziegil is a comprehensive shopping center located on the famous Insa-dong Street. Read more.
Korea House is an excellent example of traditional architecture. It is a traditional Korean court cuisine restaurant and culture center. Read more.
National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art, Deoksugung was originally built as an annex to the National Museum of Contemporary Art. Read more.
Deoksugung, It is one of the "Five Grand Palaces" built by the kings of the Joseon Dynasty. Read more.
During the latter half of the Joseon period, Gyeonghuigung served as the secondary palace for the king Read more.
Seoul was the capital of the Joseon Dynasty, and the Museum depicts the evolution from its prehistoric period to the city it is today. Read more.
The National Palace Museum of Korea opened in 1992 displaying relics from the Joseon Dynasty [1392~1910]. Read more.
Insa-dong (인사동), located in the heart of the city, is an important place where old but precious and traditional goods are on display. Read more.
National Folk Museum located within the grounds of the Gyeongbokgung Palace in Jongno-gu, Read more.
The National Museum of Korea is located only 1.5km away from Yongsan Station. Read more.
The grounds of the War Memorial of Korea were once the headquarters of the Korean Infantry. War Memorial: War History Exhibit, June 25th War Exhibit. Read more.
Namdaemun, officially known as the Sungnyemun(literally Gate of Exalted Ceremonies)is one of the Eight Gates in the Fortress Wall of Seoul, South Korea, which surrounded the city in the Joseon Dynasty Read more.
Surrounded by Gyeongbokgung Palace, Changdeokgung Palace and Jongmyo Shrine, Bukchon Hanok Village is home to hundreds of traditional houses called 'hanok' that date back to the Joseon Dynasty. Read more.
Changdeokgung Palace was the second royal villa built following the construction of Gyeongbukgung Palace in 1405. Read more.
Unhyeongung Royal Residence was the home of young Gojong, who later became Emperor during the Joseon Dynasty. Under the orders of Queen Mother Jo, Unhyeongung was renovated into a grand, Read more.
N Seoul Tower Observatory. Perched upon the highest point of Mt. Namsan, the observatory offers a great view of Seoul. Read more.
The King Sejong Statue was erected at the center of Gwanghawmun Square on Hangeul Day (October 9) of 2009. Read more.
흥인지문 (동대문) Heunginjimun is better known as Dongdaemun, which literally means “East Gate.” It is one of the four main gates of Seoul, and is Treasure No. 1 of Korea. Dongdaemun Stn. Read more.
Gyeongbokgung(경복궁), also known as Gyeongbokgung Palace or Gyeongbok Palace -- is a royal palace located in northern Seoul, South Korea. Read more.
Changgyeong Palace is a palace located in Seoul, South Korea. Originally the Summer Palace of the Goryeo King, it later became one of the Five Grand Palaces of the Joseon Dynasty. Read more.
Deoksu Palace, is a walled compound of palaces in Seoul that was inhabited by various Korean royalties until the colonial period around the turn of the 20th century. Read more.
Cheonggye Plaza in Sejong-ro is situated at the fountainhead of Cheonggyecheon Stream Read more.
Yeouido Park is a large recreational area located on Yeouido Island in the central part of Seoul. Read more.
Mt. Namsan is a symbolic mountain located at the center of Seoul. Although not as high as other surrounding mountains, Mt. Namsan is a very popular nonetheless as a resting site. Read more.
While most bridges crossing the Han are for motor vehicles or subways only, citizens may cross select bridges on foot or by bicycle. Read more.
Itaewon (Korean: 이태원, 梨泰院, [itʰɛwʌn]) is a dong, in Yongsan-gu, Seoul, South Korea. It is served by Seoul Subway Line 6 via Itaewon, Noksapyeong and Hanganjin stations.
Namsan Palgakjeong Namsan (lit. "South Mountain") is a 262 metres (860 ft) peak in the Jung-gu district of south central Seoul, South Korea. Read more.
Insa-dong (인사동), located in the heart of the city, is an important place where old but precious and traditional goods are on display. Read more.
Jogyesa Temple is the center of Zen Buddhism in Korea, and is famous for being located in the city. From the busy streets of Jongno, follow the road towards Anguk Subway Station, Read more.
The Pyounghwa Fashion Town market in Dongdaemun has been selling fashion clothing and accessories for over 50 years ever since the end of the Korean War. Read more.
The Han River is a major river in South Korea and the fourth longest river on the Korean peninsula after the Amnok, Duman, and Nakdong rivers.
Gwanghwamun (Hangul: 광화문; Hanja: 光化門) is the main and largest gate of Gyeongbokgung Palace, in Jongno-gu, Seoul, South Korea. Read more.
Gimpo International Airport Station (Seoul Subway Line 5, 9 or Airport Railroad) Read more.
