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). Mehr erfahren.
On August 1st, 2009, the redesigned Gwanghwamun Square opened to the public. Mehr erfahren.
Heunginjimun, literally "Gate of Rising Benevolence" or more commonly known as Dongdaemun. Mehr erfahren.
The Independence Gate(독립문;獨立門) is a memorial gate located in Seoul, South Korea. Mehr erfahren.
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. Mehr erfahren.
Seoul City Hall is a governmental building for the Seoul Metropolitan Government in South Korea, in charge of the administrative affairs of Seoul. Mehr erfahren.
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. Mehr erfahren.
The Gwangjang Market is the nation’s first market and continues to thrive as a popular tourist destination today. Mehr erfahren.
Ssamziegil is a comprehensive shopping center located on the famous Insa-dong Street. Mehr erfahren.
Korea House is an excellent example of traditional architecture. It is a traditional Korean court cuisine restaurant and culture center. Mehr erfahren.
Myeong-dong (명동) is one of the primary shopping districts in Seoul. Mehr erfahren.
National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art, Deoksugung was originally built as an annex to the National Museum of Contemporary Art. Mehr erfahren.
Deoksugung, It is one of the "Five Grand Palaces" built by the kings of the Joseon Dynasty. Mehr erfahren.
During the latter half of the Joseon period, Gyeonghuigung served as the secondary palace for the king Mehr erfahren.
Seoul was the capital of the Joseon Dynasty, and the Museum depicts the evolution from its prehistoric period to the city it is today. Mehr erfahren.
The National Palace Museum of Korea opened in 1992 displaying relics from the Joseon Dynasty [1392~1910]. Mehr erfahren.
Insa-dong (인사동), located in the heart of the city, is an important place where old but precious and traditional goods are on display. Mehr erfahren.
National Folk Museum located within the grounds of the Gyeongbokgung Palace in Jongno-gu, Mehr erfahren.
The National Museum of Korea is located only 1.5km away from Yongsan Station. Mehr erfahren.
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. Mehr erfahren.
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 Mehr erfahren.
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. Mehr erfahren.
Changdeokgung Palace was the second royal villa built following the construction of Gyeongbukgung Palace in 1405. Mehr erfahren.
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, Mehr erfahren.
N Seoul Tower Observatory. Perched upon the highest point of Mt. Namsan, the observatory offers a great view of Seoul. Mehr erfahren.
The King Sejong Statue was erected at the center of Gwanghawmun Square on Hangeul Day (October 9) of 2009. Mehr erfahren.
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. Mehr erfahren.
Changdeokgung (Hangul, 창덕궁, 昌德宮; literally, "Prospering Virtue Palace") Mehr erfahren.
Gyeongbokgung(경복궁), also known as Gyeongbokgung Palace or Gyeongbok Palace -- is a royal palace located in northern Seoul, South Korea. Mehr erfahren.
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. Mehr erfahren.
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. Mehr erfahren.
Cheonggye Plaza in Sejong-ro is situated at the fountainhead of Cheonggyecheon Stream Mehr erfahren.
Yeouido Park is a large recreational area located on Yeouido Island in the central part of Seoul. Mehr erfahren.
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. Mehr erfahren.
While most bridges crossing the Han are for motor vehicles or subways only, citizens may cross select bridges on foot or by bicycle. Mehr erfahren.
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. Mehr erfahren.
Insa-dong (인사동), located in the heart of the city, is an important place where old but precious and traditional goods are on display. Mehr erfahren.
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, Mehr erfahren.
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. Mehr erfahren.
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. Mehr erfahren.
Gimpo International Airport Station (Seoul Subway Line 5, 9 or Airport Railroad) Mehr erfahren.
