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While Seoul dazzles with high-rise skylines and all-night cafés, there’s another side of the city that wakes long before sunrise — the Cheongnyangni Fruit and Vegetable Wholesale Market (청량리 청과물 도매시장). Located in Jegi-dong, Dongdaemun-gu, this sprawling marketplace has supplied the city’s restaurants, hotels, and grocery stores for more than half a century. Long before … Read more
In the heart of Seoul’s bustling Myeongdong district, Myeongdong Tonkatsu (명동돈가스) stands as a local legend, offering timeless Japanese-style pork cutlets since 1983. This unassuming restaurant has drawn food lovers from all over the country and beyond, thanks to its consistently satisfying menu and welcoming atmosphere. Whether you’re exploring the vibrant shopping alleys of Myeongdong … Read more
Nestled in the heart of Seoul’s dynamic Dongdaemun district, the Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP/동대문 디자인 플라자) is a landmark that blends futuristic architecture with rich cultural heritage. Since opening in 2014, this extraordinary structure has become a symbol of Seoul’s innovation and creative spirit. Designed by the late Pritzker Prize-winning architect Zaha Hadid, DDP is … Read more
Seoul in May is a city in full bloom—literally and figuratively. As South Korea’s capital awakens from the chill of early spring, it begins to showcase its most beautiful side. The month brings mild weather, colorful blossoms, and an infectious energy that fills parks, palaces, and riversides with life. It’s the perfect time to stroll … Read more
In the fast-paced landscape of downtown Seoul, it’s easy to overlook the quieter pockets of history that stand silently amidst towering buildings and neon lights. One such understated gem is Gwanghuimun Gate, a lesser-known yet historically significant part of Seoul’s ancient city wall, Hanyangdoseong. While tourists may flock to the grand gates of Gwanghwamun or … Read more