Hadong and Gurye

  Countryside charms and nature's beauty await along the banks of the Seomjingang River   Gazing southeast, the sun rises slowly but surely over the horizon. The Seomjingang River’s pristine waters reflect the morning light…

Old Is New Again

Young entrepreneurs use old buildings to give Seoul new life   “Dull, inert cities, it is true, do contain the seeds of their own destruction and little else. But lively, diverse, intense cities contain the seeds of their own regeneration,…

Seoul Travel Bits-May

History in the Moonlight: Moonlight Tour at Changdeokgung Palace 창덕궁 달빛기행 Although Gyeongbokgung Palace is the most famous royal residence of the Joseon period, Changdeokgung Palace actually served as the king’s official…

Scent of Spring in Seongbuk-Dong

[box_light] Scent of Spring in Seongbuk-dong Lose yourself in the gardens and rich history of a hidden gem [/box_light] Written and photographed by Robert Koehler Nestled away in the hills just north of Seoul’s old city wall, the charming…

Hongje Station

Trek to northwest Seoul, where the mountains hold sway In northwestern Seoul, the mountains are more a part of the urban fabric than elsewhere in the city; they flex their geographical muscles, so to speak, dictating where buildings can…

One Subway Station at a Time

Seoul Sub-Urban writer Charlie Usher explores Seoul’s ever-changing charms It’s easy for most city dwellers to get caught in their life’s daily rut: riding bus whatever to work; trudging from the bus stop to the office; walking to…

Hip in Hannam-dong

[box_light] Hip in Hannam-dong 한남동 [/box_light] Young artists and creatives breathe life into aneglected hilltop community Written and photographed by Robert Koehler   The hilltop community that overlooks Itaewon from the south…

Garak Market Station

The mother of all markets If you’ve eaten in a restaurant today, odds are some of your meal came from Garak Market (가락시장), where many of Seoul’s restaurateurs come to restock their kitchens. Cheaper, fresher, and bigger than just…

Seoul Travel Bits-April

A New Type of Farmer’s Market: Marche@Hyehwa  혜화 마르쉐 The Hyehwa and Daehangno areas are normally known for theater and robust college students, but on the second Sunday of every month, the neighborhood becomes the arena for one…

SEOLLEUNG STATION

Quintessentially Gangnam, Seolleung is also home to one of Seoul’s loveliest historical sites In many ways, Seolleung is the quintessential Gangnam neighborhood, a blend of business and upper-middle class family life with a dash of luxe.…

Historic Houses in Seoul 2

[box_light]Historic Houses in Seoul 2: Pak No-soo Art Museum     박노수 미술관 Gallery Combines 20th-century styles from Korea and abroad[/box_light] Written by Robert J. Fouser The newest addition to the list of historic houses…