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<div><span style="font-size: 18pt;">SEOUL August Issue Out</span></div>
<div><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Blogger Recommendations, Pocheon, Crying Nut and More</span></div>
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<div>Rain got you down? Well, fret no more&#8212;<a style="font-weight: normal; font-size: 10pt; color: #5e5a43; font-family: verdana, geneva, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; text-decoration: underline;" href="https://www.seoulselection.com/bookstore/default/product_view.php?part_idx=291&amp;goods_data=aWR4PTk0Njgmc3RhcnRQYWdlPSZsaXN0Tm89JnRhYmxlPWNzX2dvb2RzJnBhcnRfaWR4PTI2NiZzZWFyY2hfaXRlbT0=||">the August issue of SEOUL</a>, Seoul Selection&#8217;s montly travel and culture magazine, is out in stores right now!</div>
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<div>In this issue of SEOUL, we get some great travel recommendations from some of Seoul&#8217;s top bloggers, wander off to Pocheon to relax amidst its beautiful valleys, talk with Korean punk granddaddies Crying Nut, and much, much more.</div>
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<div><i>A miscellany of high-quality hyperlinks from the week, courtesy of SEOUL editor-in-chief Robert Koehler.</i></div>
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<div>&#8211; North Korean spies: <a style="font-weight: normal; font-size: 10pt; color: #5e5a43; font-family: verdana, geneva, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; text-decoration: underline;" href="http://www.dailystar.com.lb/Culture/Film/2013/Jul-23/224711-s-koreas-new-film-heroes-n-korean-spies.ashx#axzz2Zv0tKxoW">the new heroes of Korean cinema</a>?</div>
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<div>&#8211; <a style="font-weight: normal; font-size: 10pt; color: #5e5a43; font-family: verdana, geneva, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; text-decoration: underline;" href="http://www.koreaherald.com/view.php?ud=20130717000957">Soaking in history on the Jirisan trail</a>.</div>
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<div>&#8211; Korea&#8217;s <a style="font-weight: normal; font-size: 10pt; color: #5e5a43; font-family: verdana, geneva, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; text-decoration: underline;" href="http://koreajoongangdaily.joins.com/news/article/article.aspx?aid=2975018&amp;cloc=joongangdaily|home|newslist1">five-flower hotel rating system is having trouble</a>.</div>
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<div>&#8211; Is Korea <a style="font-weight: normal; font-size: 10pt; color: #5e5a43; font-family: verdana, geneva, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; text-decoration: underline;" href="http://www.koreatimes.co.kr/www/news/culture/2013/07/386_139725.html">loosing its Kimchi sovereignty to China</a>?</div>
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<div>&#8211; Are pre-marital pregnancies <a style="font-weight: normal; font-size: 10pt; color: #5e5a43; font-family: verdana, geneva, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; text-decoration: underline;" href="http://www.koreatimes.co.kr/www/news/culture/2013/07/399_139767.html">the new &#8220;in&#8221; thing</a>?</div>
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<div>&#8211; Dales <a style="font-weight: normal; font-size: 10pt; color: #5e5a43; font-family: verdana, geneva, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; text-decoration: underline;" href="http://koreantemples.com/?p=6321">goes to Sambulsa Temple</a>.</div>
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<div>&#8211; Gyeongju&#8217;s <a style="font-weight: normal; font-size: 10pt; color: #5e5a43; font-family: verdana, geneva, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; text-decoration: underline;" href="http://www.sjkim.kr/704">Cheomseongdae in the rain</a>.</div>
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<div>&#8211; The QiRanger <a style="font-weight: normal; font-size: 10pt; color: #5e5a43; font-family: verdana, geneva, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; text-decoration: underline;" href="http://www.qiranger.com/2013/07/23/my-life-korean-exercise-equipment/">breaks down Korean excercise equipment</a>.</div>
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<div>&#8211; <a style="font-weight: normal; font-size: 10pt; color: #5e5a43; font-family: verdana, geneva, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; text-decoration: underline;" href="Sangwangsimni%20Station">What to do around Sangwangsimni Station</a>.</div>
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<div>&#8211; Yours Truly <a style="font-weight: normal; font-size: 10pt; color: #5e5a43; font-family: verdana, geneva, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; text-decoration: underline;" href="http://rjkoehler.tumblr.com/">has been hanging around the Hangang River lately</a>.</div>
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<div>The Korean Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade and the Korea Foundation present the 2013 Cuban Culture and Arts Festival. Under the theme &#8220;The Passion of Caribe, Enjoy Cuba!,&#8221; the festival serves as a precious opportunity to appreciate the cultural richness of Cuba. Performers include Buena Fe, Habana Compas Dance, and Cesar Lopez &amp; Habana Ensemble.</div>
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<div><b>VENUE</b>: Yongsan At Hall and Hankuk University of Foreign Studies</div>
<div><b>PERIOD</b>: Aug 2&#8212;5</div>
<div><b>MORE INFO</b>: www.cubafestival.kr</div>
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<div><span style="font-size: 14pt;">I WANNA P &#8211; BOOMBAP TROHH</span></div>
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<div>BOOMBAP TROHH KOREA- Biggest Hiphop x Dubstep festival in Korea presents a very special exhibition this weekend. Some <span style="font-size: 10pt;">16 artists will express their own concept of &#8220;P&#8221; on the Poster. Food and beverage will be served.</span></div>
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<div>Brands: Matter &amp; Matter, STEREO, MAGIC STRAWBERRY SOUND</div>
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<div>Artists: GFX, HELLDOG, KOVELEE, AMUGAE PARK, ANDY KHUN, OKEH, JUNGSAENANSEUL, RDRDRDRD, KIMHEESU, TAIWON, DOLGORAE YOUGOIDAN, BOY by BOY, BAYONE</div>
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<div><strong>VENUE</strong>: Matter &amp; Matter, #369-25, Seogyo-dong, Mapo-gu, Seoul, South Korea. 121-893</div>
<div><strong>DATES</strong>: July 27, 28 (noon&#8212;9 pm)</div>
<div><strong>ADMISSION</strong>: Free</div>
<div><strong>MORE INFO</strong>: www.boombaptrohh.com</div>
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<div><span style="font-size: 14pt;">2013 Sarah Brightman Korea Tour</span></div>
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<div>Former Broadway star Sarah Brightman has kicked off her 2013 Dreamchaser world tour, with a Korean leg beginning on July 21 in Busan and moving to Seoul on July 26. Brightman, who starred as &#8220;Christine&#8221; in the original production <i>Phantom of the Opera</i>, is now taking on a solo album and tour. Her new album, also titled <i>Dreamchaser</i>, is her eleventh studio album. It is Brightman&#8217;s first collaboration with producer Mike Hedges. The British crossover soprano will be the first recording artist to make a trip into space, planned for 2015.</div>
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<div><b>VENUE</b>: Gymnasium No. 1, Olympic Park</div>
<div><b>DATE</b>: Jul 26, 8pm</div>
<div><b>ADMISSION</b>: KRW 99,000&#8211;165,000</div>
<div><b>MORE INFO</b>: T. 02-3141-3488</div>
<div>Tickets: http://ticket.interpark.com/global</div>
<div><b>GETTING THERE</b>: Olympic Park Station 올림픽공원역 (Line 5), Exit 3</div>
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<div>The Ansan Valley Rock Festival 2013 is ready to take the republic by storm, featuring global rock emperors and mind-boggling local indie bands during its three-day run from July 26&#8211;28. The international lineup includes Cure, Skrillex, NIN, The xx, FOALS, Vampire Weekend, Fun, Hurts, Polyphonic Spree, DIIV, Coheed &amp; Cambria, and Yellowcard. Lately, Stereophonics, My Bloody Valentine, and celebrated guitarist Steve Vai have thrown their hat in the ring. Formerly featured in the remote town of Jisan, the Valley Rock Festival has moved its venue this year to Daebudo Island in Ansan, southwest of Seoul.</div>
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<div><b>VENUE</b>: Daebu Sea Breeze Theme Park, Ansan-si, Gyeonggi-do</div>
<div><b>PERIOD</b>: July 26&#8211;28</div>
<div><b>ADMISSION</b>: 3-day pass: KRW 260,000</div>
<div>Tickets: http://ticket.interpark.com/global</div>
<div><b>MORE INFO</b>: T. 1588-0688</div>
<div>http://valleyrockfestival.com</div>
<div><b>GETTING THERE</b>: Ansan Station 안산역 (Line 4), Exit 1</div>
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<div><b>VENUE</b>: KINTEX</div>
<div><b>PERIOD</b>: Jul 27&#8211;28, 5pm&#8211;10:30pm</div>
<div><b>ADMISSION</b>: 2-day pass: KRW 108,000</div>
<div><b>GETTING THERE</b>: Daehwa Station 대화역 (Line 3), Exit 3.</div>
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					<description><![CDATA[A beautiful sunset sky over Seoul, something of a rarity over these last couple of rainy weeks. Photo by Robert Koehler.]]></description>
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					<description><![CDATA[[box_dark] Summering in Seoul  Spend your summer vacation without leaving the city limits Written by Felix Im Photographed by Ryu Seunghoo [/box_dark] &#160;   &#160; [box_light]Banyan Tree Club and Spa &#124; 반얀트리 클럽 앤 스파 서울[/box_light] The Banyan (T. 02-2250-8000) is situated along Mt. Namsan, near Myeong-dong, Itaewon, and Dongguk University. Offering new meaning to [&#8230;]]]></description>
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<p><strong>Summering in Seoul </strong></p>
<p><strong> </strong>Spend your summer vacation without leaving the city limits</p>
<p>Written by Felix Im<br />
Photographed by Ryu Seunghoo</p>
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<p><strong>[box_light]Banyan Tree Club and Spa | 반얀트리 클럽 앤 스파 서울[/box_light]</strong></p>
<p>The Banyan (T. 02-2250-8000) is situated along Mt. Namsan, near Myeong-dong, Itaewon, and Dongguk University. Offering new meaning to the word “relaxation,” it is divided into four sections: the club, the hotel, the festa, and the outdoor facilities. The hotel is equipped with a Moon Bar on the top floor, a dining room with a terrace on the third floor, and a crystal ballroom in the lobby. The club offers a spa, fitness facilities (including an indoor and an outdoor gym), an indoor swimming pool, and even a juice bar. Kids are often seen running around with towels wrapped around their wet heads, making it a perfect place for a family getaway, right in the heart of Seoul. The festa is exactly what it sounds like—fun. It provides golfing facilities, karaoke rooms, a bar, a bistro, and a garden terrace. The Oasis, an outdoor pool with a poolside bar, is the main attraction here. The Oasis is used for several private parties throughout the year and adds a sense of playful decadence to the calming atmosphere. In the winter, the pool is replaced by an ice rink. The outdoor facilities are for the athletes. It has a course for golf, courts for tennis and basketball, and a field for soccer or football. The facilities are conveniently located neart the Oasis—a hard day’s exercise can end in a hard day’s play.</p>
<p><strong>FYI&gt;</strong><br />
T. 02-2250-8000<br />
<a href="http://www.banyantreeclub.net">www.banyantreeclub.net</a><br />
(서울시 중구 장충동2가 산5-5 | San 5-5, Jangchung-dong 2-ga, Jung-gu, Seoul)</p>
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Take Bus #2 from Chungmuro Station 충무로역 (Line 3, 4), Exit 2.</p>
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<p><strong>[box_light]For a truly Korean night on the town[/box_light]</strong></p>
<p>If you’re looking for something different from the typical hotel—something truly Korean—then a couple<br />
of nights at a <em>hanok</em> guesthouse should provide the ideal experience. There are no beds here, only mats that can be rolled out onto the floor. The doors are wooden-framed and slide open. There are no shoes allowed inside any of the rooms. Mostly located among the various nooks of <strong>Bukchon Hanok Village</strong>, these houses offer the perfect taste of traditional Korean life, so be prepared to use a communal kitchen and lounge—maybe even share a bathroom. You can usually choose between different-sized rooms to accommodate your party. Singles usually start from KRW 40,000, with doubles going anywhere from KRW 70,000 to over KRW 100,000. Simply and modestly named, Bukchon Guesthouse 북촌게스트하우스 (T. 010-6711-6717) is a small and humble square of rooms centered around a cozy central garden. Tea Guesthouse 티게스트하우스 (T. 02-3675-9877) is just across the street and offers a relatively similar structure, with a magnificent garden of beautiful flowers. Not to mention the tea is great! Sophia Guesthouse 소피아게스트하우스 (T. 02-720-7220) is closer to Samcheong-dong, with a nice tree on the grounds. If you’re looking for a slightly more lavish experience, try Rak-Ko-Jae 락고재 (T. 02-342-3410). It feels more like a miniature palace than a guesthouse, but you pay for it, with rooms starting at KRW 250,000.</p>
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<p><strong>[box_light]Baeksasil Valley | 백사실계곡[/box_light]</strong></p>
<p>Tired of the hustle and bustle of the city? Tucked neatly away in Buam-dong, Baeksasil Valley is a scenic part of the city that feels like the countryside. With a name that literally means “valley of mountains surrounded by streams,” how could it fail to relax your tired city-slicker bones? The area was the perfect getaway for nobles during the Joseon Dynasty; they built gardens and second homes here. However, the trip there is not without its own special cost. The hills you’re required to conquer in order to achieve the peace of its valleys are certainly no picnic. But don’t be discouraged! The excruciating walk is not without its charming little rewards. The neighborhood you’ll pass through is quiet and quaint, a seemingly secret little neighborhood hidden away from the rest of the city. If you have any trouble finding the entrance to the valley, just ask any of the friendly locals and they’ll gladly point you in the right direction, which is usually “up.” Once you reach the entrance, you’ll find yourself faced with a wooden staircase that gently leads your tired muscles into a serene hike through an ancient Joseon garden. Aside from the mountain scenery, the area also offers a temple and a fantastic view of the city.</p>
<p><strong>Go&gt;</strong><br />
Take a bus from Exit 3 of Gyeongbokgung Station 경복궁역 (Line 3) and take a bus (7212, 1020, 7022) to Buam-dong Residents Center.</p>
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<p><strong>[box_light]A new way to experience the Hangang River[/box_light]</strong></p>
<p>The Hangang River and its many riverfront views of Seoul have always been popular with locals and tourists alike. With the opening of the new Seoul Marina in Yeouido this past April, visitors are now offered the opportunity to explore the Hangang River and its many views by boat—and a sailboat, at that. Customers are offered the choice between a “dingy,” which only accommodates a single rider, a “cruiser,” which fits up to eight people, a “business boat,” for up to 28 people, or a “power boat,” a 12-person vessel. The most popular choice is the “cruiser,” as it’s suitable for small families and couples. Depending on which type of boat you choose, a ride in one of their “yachts” can be as low as KRW 15,000 or as high as KRW 600,000 for the power boat. Fees are usually charged by the hour, with rental equipment charged separately. Trips are usually an hour long and leave at scheduled times throughout the day. After your sightseeing trip along Seoul’s shores, you can return to the marina for a bite or a drink at Café Breeze, conveniently located right near the dock.</p>
<p><strong>FYI&gt;</strong><br />
T. 02-3780-8400, <a href="http://www.seoul-marina.com">www.seoul-marina.com</a><br />
(서울시 영등포구 여의도동 81 | 81 Yeouido-dong, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul)</p>
<p><strong>Go&gt;</strong><br />
Take Bus #206 from National Assembly Station 국회의사당역 (Line 9), Exit 1.</p>
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<p><strong>[box_light]Challenge your mind and muscles with a hike and a history lesson[/box_light]</strong></p>
<p>In ancient times, Seoul was surrounded by a <strong>fortress</strong> wall designed to protect the city from invaders. The wall has mostly been torn down, but some of it still remains, and other portions are being rebuilt. Not only can you go see these remains, but you can also hike alongside these walls and even on top of them! The entire course is very long (about 18 km), and is divided into eight courses: Bukchon Hanok, Jeongdong, Samcheongdong, Cheonggyecheon, Daehangno, Bugaksan, Namdaemun, and Namsan Park. With the exception of one, you can easily walk these trails for a nice leisurely stroll, sighting many couples along the way. Mt. Bugaksan is the exception—you’ll need shoes and clothes fit for a good sweat. Most people start from Waryong Park; from there, heed the signs, following the ancient wall until you reach the outside of the Hanyang Fortress, part-military base and part-tourist attraction. Because this part of the wall still serves its original military purpose, a proper form of identification is required—either a passport or an Alien Registration Card. Failure to bring identification will result in you being turned away. A grueling hike leads to the fortress; from the top of it, you can easily see why the spot is military advantageous. To one side are the mountains that eventually lead to North Korea, and to the other is northern Seoul. You can see Seoul’s N-Tower, Dongdaemun, and other famous sites, along with a breathtaking cityscape that almost seems misplaced next to such beautiful mountains.</p>
<p><strong>Go&gt;</strong><br />
Take local bus #2 from Anguk Station 안국역 (Line 3), Exit 2.</p>
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					<description><![CDATA[[box_dark] A FEAST FOR YOUR EYES Devour some of Seoul&#8217;s finest views, and the cuisine that comes with them  Written by Loren Cotter [/box_dark] &#160; &#160; Seoul is a skyscraper city with ample opportunities for dining in a picturesque setting. Whether you are at a peak of the metropolis’s surrounding mountain landscapes or south of [&#8230;]]]></description>
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<p><strong>A FEAST FOR YOUR EYES</strong><br />
<strong> Devour some of Seoul&#8217;s finest views, and the cuisine that comes with them </strong></p>
<p>Written by Loren Cotter</p>
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<p>Seoul is a skyscraper city with ample opportunities for dining in a picturesque setting. Whether you are at a peak of the metropolis’s surrounding mountain landscapes or south of the river in the hectic hub of Gangnam, you can undoubtedly discover an epic view of the Hangang River, <em>hanok</em> rooftops, or majestic skyscrapers. Uncover the cream of the crop through our guide to the most scene-stealing sights in the city and the restaurants from which to gaze upon them.</p>
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<p><strong>[box_light]Indulge with a sight of the Hangang, Seoul’s resplendent river[/box_light]</strong></p>
<p><b>Walking On The Cloud</b>, located near the top of the golden-faced 63 Building, is one high-rise dining option close to the Hangang River. Based in Yeouido, the view from the restaurant is truly dramatic—and the international menu has a price tag to match. An evening at the 59th floor location will set you back between KRW 96,000–230,000 for a multicourse set meal. The crayfish starter comes highly recommended, however, as does the magnificent view.</p>
<p>For more affordable fare at KRW 44,000 for an evening spread, <b>Viking </b>(T. 02-782-3344), an international buffet restaurant, has an excellent vista of the National Assembly at Yeouido—and the Hangang River behind it—from its 20th floor windows.</p>
<p>Looking for somewhere a little closer to the water? <b>A Season of Secret Garden </b>(T. 02-413-5535), an Italian floating restaurant and wine bar in Jamsil’s dock, is situated right on the Hangang itself, with full-length windows emphasizing the aquatic view. While the restaurant’s flashy exterior and interior decor may not be to everyone’s taste, the beautiful river landscape will be. Skip the overpriced desert (KRW 12,000) and make your way to one of nine cafes situated on the six bridges linking southern and northern Seoul afterwards.</p>
<p>Our top choice is <b>Gureum Caf</b><b>é</b><b> </b>(T. 02-3476-7999), where you can consume a soft drink or alcoholic beverage along with a spontaneous pork cutlet or steak meal while taking in Banpo Bridge’s Moonlight Rainbow Fountain Show from spring to autumn.</p>
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<p><strong>Walking On The Cloud (59F) | 워킹온더클라우드</strong></p>
<p><b>FYI&gt;</b><br />
T. 02-789-5904<br />
www.63restaurant.co.kr, www.63wotc.co.kr<br />
(60 Yeouido-dong, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul | 서울시 영등포구 여의도동 60)<br />
<b>GO&gt;</b><br />
Yeouinaru Station 여의나루역 (Line 5), Exit 4 or Saetgang Station 샛강역 (Line 9), Exit 1</p>
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<p>While downtown Itaewon has many a rooftop bar, the preeminent views in this zone can be found on higher grounds. The elite viewing spot near the notorious foreigner district is of course at Namsan Tower. The view at the North Seoul Tower is especially astonishing from the <b>N Grill </b>(T. 02- 3455-9297) restaurant, a high-class eatery with a Michelin-starred head chef, serving French food in a pleasant, rotating restaurant.</p>
<p>The Grand Hyatt Hotel’s <b>The Terrace </b>(T. 02-799-8166), with its international buffet and a la carte dining, also boasts excellent views of central Seoul. During spring to autumn, customers can dine on the quaint veranda and enjoy a stunning outlook of Hangang River. <b>Akasaka </b>(T. 02-799-8164), the Hyatt’s Japanese dining spot, displays a fix of visual nourishment from its full-length windows, too. Private dining is available for both restaurants and guarantees a view, but reservations are recommended.</p>
<p>Near the Hyatt is <b>Rufxxx </b>(T. 02-511-2570), this writer’s favorite bar in Seoul. Hidden in the alleyways of Gyeongnidan, a stone’s throw away from Itaewon, Rufxxx is an artist’s former studio that serves simple meals on its first floor. While you cannot dine with a view at this establishment, you can look forward to drinking an after-dinner cocktail on a rooftop that boasts the stunning sight of Mt. Namsan and the Yongsan district.</p>
<p><b>Il Vino Rosso </b>(T. 02-7540-0113), a classic Italian restaurant, is located near the base of Mt. Namsan and has its own garden. Not only can you get a backyard view, you can also book a table with a Seoul scene below it.</p>
<p><b>Dominic </b>(T. 02-790-7558), a swanky steakhouse near Hangangjin Station, has floor-to-ceiling back windows overlooking the rooftops of Hannam-dong. While the view won’t take your breath away, it is pleasant, and the sumptuous steak dishes are recommended by local food bloggers.</p>
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<p><strong>The Terrace (1F) | 더 테라스</strong></p>
<p><b>FYI&gt;</b><br />
T. 02-799-8166<br />
http://seoul.grand.hyatt.kr<br />
(322 Sowol-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul | 서울시 용산구 소월로 322)<br />
<b>GO&gt;</b><br />
Hangangjin Station 한강진역 (Line 6), Exit 1</p>
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<p><strong>[box_light]Samcheong-dong brings visual pleasure from its quaint hanoks and rooftops[/box_light]</strong></p>
<p>International dining spot <b>Romanee Conti </b>(T. 02-722-1633) in Samcheong-dong is <i>hanok </i>heaven, set slightly further back up the hill in a rustic, comfortable setting with floor seating. Try to nab the best seat at the window to eat dishes such as coq au vin with a view of Mt. Bukhansan’s peak.</p>
<p><b>Baedongbaji </b>(T. 02-777-9696), a well-priced <i>hansik</i>, home-style restaurant, is tucked away in the alleyways leading up from the main Samcheong-dong drag and can be difficult to find. When you do finally locate the beautifully traditional restaurant, you will be utterly charmed by its quaint interior, peaceful atmosphere, and friendly owner. To consume with a perfectly framed tableau of Mt. Bukhansan, ask for one of the two upstairs rooms that face the mountain.</p>
<p><b>The Restaurant </b>(T. 02-735-8441), located next to Kukje Gallery, is more costly at up to KRW 148,000 for a 12-course Korean banquet, but has a beautiful, modern interior with a large window overlooking a portion of the outer wall of Gyeongbokgung Palace.</p>
<p>For outdoor eating, <b>Caf</b><b>é</b><b> Breezin </b>(T. 02-722-8120), a desert and coffee shop serving the usual waffles and honey bread, possesses a lovely open rooftop with a street and mountain view. The superlative panorama in the local area, unfortunately, does not serve dinner.</p>
<p>Go for post-supper drinks at wine and coffee bar <b>Fatum</b>’s outdoor terrace (T. 02-739-9888). Set higher than other shops in the area, Fatum provides a 180-degree panoramic view encompassing the older architecture in the vicinity of Samcheong-dong and some of the higher parts of Gyeongbokgung Palace, all the way down to Seoul’s modern skyscrapers. It can get a little chilly on the balcony due to the height, but blankets are provided, and customers can always move to an indoor, lower floor, where the views are still exquisite—especially if you manage to catch a particularly stunning sunset.</p>
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<p><strong>Fatum | 파튬</strong></p>
<p><b>FYI&gt;</b><br />
T. 02-739-9888<br />
(63-15 Samcheong-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul | 서울시 종로구 삼청동 63-15)<br />
<b>GO&gt;</b><br />
Anguk Station 안국역 (Line 3), Exit 1</p>
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<p>One of the best views in the Gangnam area is from the 52nd floor of the COEX’s InterContinental Hotel at the sumptuously decorated <b>Marco Polo </b>(T. 02-559-7620) Asian and Mediterranean restaurant. The window-facing booths compete with tables at the modern 30th floor <b>Sky Lounge </b>(T. 02- 3430-8630) for some of the greatest vistas of Seoul’s illustrious district.</p>
<p>Another local restaurant with a scenic outlook is <b>Arancio </b>(T. 02-3400- 7200), a 26th floor Italian brasserie near Yeoksam Station where pasta dishes start at KRW 25,000. The owners of this eatery are said to have spent KRW 20,000,000 on their orange-tinted lighting, deliberately chosen to recreate the natural radiance of Tuscany. While the food at Arancio is not spectacular, it is reasonably priced considering the view is anything but mundane. Make sure to call ahead to reserve seating besides the windows. Seoul’s most glamorous ward also plays host to restaurants with some offbeat views.</p>
<p>Charming Italian brasserie <b>Buona Sera </b>(T. 02-543-6668) and Asian fusion restaurant <b>Zen Hideaway </b>(T. 02-541-1461) both include leafy indoor gardens in the midst of their Apgujeong establishments.</p>
<p>On a sunny day, Korean restaurant <b>Samwon Garden </b>(T. 02-548-3030) is a worthy choice for a relaxing meal in gorgeous surroundings. Eat outdoors in the traditional garden with its waterfall and fishponds while flexing your chopstick skills on some tasty <i>galbi </i>and <i>bulgogi</i>.</p>
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<p><strong>Sky Lounge (30F) | 스카이 라운지</strong></p>
<p><b>FYI&gt;</b><br />
T. 02-3430-8630<br />
www.iccoex.com/eng/rest/list.do<br />
(159 Samseong 1-dong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul | 서울시 강남구 삼성1동 159)<br />
<b>GO&gt;</b><br />
Samseong Station 삼성역 (Line 2), Exit 5 or 6</p>
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		<title>Hangang River Cruise</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 08 May 2013 03:57:11 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[&#160; [box_dark]Hangang River Cruise &#124; 한강유람선[/box_dark] Taking a cruise is a great way to enjoy the fresh air and get away from it all. Enjoy spectacular nighttime views of the Hangang River on themed cruises with live magic and delicious food. There are also seasonal events, including a flower cruise in spring and a migratory [&#8230;]]]></description>
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[box_dark]<strong>Hangang River Cruise | 한강유람선</strong>[/box_dark]
<p>Taking a cruise is a great way to enjoy the fresh air and get away from it all. Enjoy spectacular nighttime views of the Hangang River on themed cruises with live magic and delicious food. There are also seasonal events, including a flower cruise in spring and a migratory bird cruise in autumn. Several boats ply the waters of the Hangang River, making one-way or round-trip tours. There are three major places to get on or off the ferries: the Yeouido, Jamsil, and Ttukseom docks. Tickets cost KRW 13,000.</p>
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<p><strong>EAT&gt;</strong><br />
Buffet programs cost KRW 65,000 for dinner and KRW 35,900 for lunch.</p>
<p><strong>SEE&gt;</strong><br />
Riverside landmarks include Jeoldusan Martyrs’ Shrine, the 63 City Building, N Seoul Tower, Seoul Forest, Seonyudo Island Park, and the 1988 Olympic Stadium.</p>
<p><strong>FYI&gt;</strong><br />
T. 02-3271-6900, <a href="www.elandcruise.com">www.elandcruise.com</a></p>
<p><strong>GO&gt;</strong><br />
Yeouinaru Station 여의나루역 (Line 5), Jamsilnaru Station 잠실나루역 (Line 2), and Ttukseom Resort Station 뚝섬유원지역 (Line 7)</p>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 07 May 2013 09:04:43 +0000</pubDate>
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<p><strong>Spring by the Hangang River | 한강</strong></p>
<p><strong></strong>A day following the lazy river at the heart of a workaholic city</p>
<p>Written by Ben Jackson<br />
Photographed by Ryu Seunghoo</p>
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<p>After spending its youth trickling and splashing through the mountains of Gangwon-do, the Hangang River enters Seoul as a fat, sedate, and middle-aged waterway, its lack of pace furthered by a variety of man-made interventions. Series of parks on each bank guide the Hangang through the city, punctuated by bridges, resorts, and marinas and linked by a network of walking and bicycle paths.</p>
<p>When the warm spring weather sets in, Seoulites hit the riverbanks with characteristic vigor, charging along the bike paths (you’ll even see the occasional chalk outline), power-walking off calories, skating, walking dogs, flying kites, eating, drinking and sleeping. Spending a day following the Hangang as it flows from east to west is a great way to discover Seoul from another angle while getting some hard-earned fresh air and exercise.</p>
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[box_light]<strong>Ttukseom Resort | 뚝섬유원지</strong>[/box_light]
<p><strong></strong>Located on the north bank of the river, this spot is easily reached from Exits 2 and 3 of Ttukseom Resort Station 뚝섬유원지역 (Line 7), making it a good place to start a day’s journey. There’s plenty to do here, including hiring “duck boats” for a 40-minute jaunt on the river (KRW 15,000/23,000 for pedal-powered/automatic), waterskiing and windsurfing (call T. 02-1330 for information), or relaxing on the embankments with snacks from one of the nearby convenience stores. Also worth a look is the Jabeolle (J-Bug) cultural complex, a raised, tubular structure whose innards are comprised of a gallery, cafés, a restaurant, and a gift shop; it offers a great view across the river.</p>
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[box_light]<strong>Seoul Forest | 서울숲</strong>[/box_light]
<p><strong></strong>A couple of kilometers west along the riverbank lies Seoul Forest, one of the capital’s major green areas. Designed with the aim of creating a local equivalent of New York’s Central Park, Seoul Forest is a combination of trees, lawns, gardens, greenhouses, a butterfly house, lakes, and more. It even has a deer garden, with deer feeding opportunities on Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday afternoons at 2pm and 3:30pm (reserve by calling T. 02-460-2987; Korean). There are cafés and convenience stores in the forest itself and a collection of restaurants and cafés on the lower floors of the two giant green apartment blocks nearby.</p>
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[box_light]<strong>Jamsu Bridge | 잠수대교</strong>[/box_light]
<p><strong></strong>Another five kilometers west stands Seoul’s only “double deck” bridge: while Banpo Bridge carries most traffic above the river, like the Hangang’s other bridges, the Jamsu Bridge—directly beneath it—lies barely a few meters above the water level, making it an ideal point to cross the river from north to south along dedicated bicycle lanes (though crossing the river at other bridges is possible, too, thanks to various staircases, ramps, and elevators). On the way here, shortly after Seoul Forest and the mouth of Jungnangcheon Stream, is Mt. Eungbongsan, a favorite spot for photographers in search of the perfect shot of the cityscape.</p>
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<div style="width: 630px" class="wp-caption alignnone"><a href="https://magazine.seoulselection.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/RYU3356.jpg"><img loading="lazy" alt="_RYU3356" src="https://magazine.seoulselection.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/RYU3356-620x357.jpg" width="620" height="357" /></a><p class="wp-caption-text">Yeouido Floating Stage</p></div>
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[box_light]<strong>Yeouido | 여의도</strong>[/box_light]
<p><strong></strong>From the southern terminus of Jamsu Bridge, it’s a 6.5-kilometer journey west to the island of Yeouido. The journey takes in Banpo Hangang Park, as well as a possible short diversion to Seoul National Cemetery, a large complex containing the resting places of some of the country’s greatest heroes and most controversial figures.</p>
<p>Yeouido itself is full of things to see. Surrounded by bike trails, it is lined by Yeouido Hangang Park on the northern bank and Yeouido Saetgang Ecological Park to the southeast, a lush complex of wetlands, trees, and undergrowth crisscrossed with walking and bicycle paths as well as raised walkways and a very distinctive pedestrian bridge. Beyond Wonhyo Bridge are a couple of floating cruise terminals with a buffet restaurant, café, and fast food joint.</p>
<p>Further west, another large park crosses Yeouido at its center, and at its southern side stands IFC Mall, one of the newest additions to Seoul’s rapidly growing mall collection. Drop in here for food or a coffee, or even to watch a film at the CGV multiplex cinema on Level 3. The western tip of Yeouido is home to Korea’s National Assembly building and Yeouiseo-ro, a curved street lined with cherry trees. It’s also the location of Seoul Marina, which offers cruise yacht rides from KRW 15,000 per person, per hour. (Seoul Marina stated that this price may be amended in late April. Reservations must be made online at <a href="www.seoul-marina.com">www.seoul-marina.com</a> [Korean] at least three days in advance. Seats may be obtained, if still available, by those turning up on the day of without a reservation: departures are at 3pm, 5pm, 6:30pm, and 8pm on weekdays, with an extra 1pm sailing on weekends.)</p>
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[box_light]<strong>PARADISE | 파라다이스</strong>[/box_light]
<p><strong></strong>By the northeastern bank floats Paradise, a restaurant serving fairly pricey Western-style dishes, alcoholic beverages, tea, and coffee. Paradise also has a collection of duck-shaped paddle boats, rowing boats, and motorboats for messing about on the water.</p>
<p><strong>FYI&gt;</strong><br />
T. 02-447-3333<br />
<a href="www.hankangwedding.co.kr">www.hankangwedding.co.kr</a> (Korean)<br />
(86 Yeouido dong, Yeongdeungpo Gu, Seoulㅣ서울시 영등포구 여의도동 86)</p>
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[box_light]<strong>Seonyudo Park | 선유도공원</strong>[/box_light]
<p>A short distance west of Yeouido is Seonyudo Park, an attractive complex set on the island of the same name. Seonyudo Park is famous for its innovative design, which makes extensive use of the giant concrete tanks, walkways, baths, and other structures remaining from the water treatment facility previously located there. The park comes to life from late spring onward and makes an impression on most visitors.</p>
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[box_light]<strong>World Cup Park complex | 월드컵공원</strong>[/box_light]
<p>Yanghwa Bridge offers a good way to cross the river again, back to its northern bank. From here, the journey continues west to the enormous World Cup Park complex. If you’re hungry again, the World Cup stadium itself is home to several eateries. If not, make your way around the network of walking and cycling trails around the complex. Haneul Park is a high hill that offers great views across the western part of the capital and of the setting sun. Crowned with fields of reeds dotted with sculpture-like structures, it makes for an atmospheric end to the day. Nanji Hangang Park contains a variety of sports fields and a camping ground, which can be used for daytime picnics and barbecues (KRW 3,750) or camping at night in a variety of tents (reservation needed; call T. 02-304-0061; Korean). Noeul Park is a wide, grassy area that also boasts a golf course, while Nanjicheon Park features as its centerpiece a successfully restored stream, once heavily polluted but now a haven for local wildlife.</p>
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<p><strong>Other options</strong></p>
<p><strong></strong>The route above, from Ttukseom Resort to Nanji Hangang Park, is around 25 km long. If you’ve blasted your way through it in a couple of hours and are not even ready for lunch, there are various other options available. Heading back along the southern bank and continuing from Yeouido all the way to Amsa-dong, near the 1988 Olympics complex, is one 25-kilometer possibility; others include following bike paths up the various streams that flow into the Hangang: Jungnangcheon (near Seoul Forest) and Hongjecheon (just east of Nanji Hangang Park) Streams on the northern bank and Anyangcheon (3 km west of the southern terminus of Yanghwa Bridge) and Tancheon/Yangjaecheon (slightly east of Ttukseom Resort; cross the river via Yeongdong Bridge) Streams on the southern bank.</p>
<p><em id="__mceDel"><em id="__mceDel"><em id="__mceDel"><em id="__mceDel"><em id="__mceDel"><em id="__mceDel"><em id="__mceDel"><em id="__mceDel"><em id="__mceDel"><em id="__mceDel"><em id="__mceDel"><em id="__mceDel"><em id="__mceDel"></em></em></em></em></em></em></em></em></em></em></em></em></em>The Korea Tourism Organization recommends several other routes: go to <a href="http://english.visitkorea.or.kr">http://english.visitkorea.or.kr</a> and search under &#8220;Recommended Bicycle Trails in Seoul.”</p>
<p>Seoul Metropolitan Government’s cycling page (<a href="http://bike.seoul.go.kr">http://bike.</a><a href="http://bike.seoul.go.kr">seoul.go.kr</a>) is in Korean, but has a useful map: click on 자전거지도 on the red navigation menu and you’ll be shown the cycle trails around the city (red lines are dedicated cycle routes, green are shared with pedestrians).</p>
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<p><strong>More information</strong></p>
<p><strong></strong>The route described above covers a fair distance in central Seoul, but for more information on any of the places it passes through, see the Korea Tourism Organization website (<a href="http://english.visitkorea.or.kr">http://english.</a><a href="http://english.visitkorea.or.kr">visitkorea.or.kr</a>) or call the Korea Travel Hotline at T. 02-1330.</p>
<p>Bicycles can be hired from 12 locations along the northern and southern banks of the Hangang, including Ttukseom Resort, the southern terminus of Banpo/Jamsu Bridge, two locations on Yeouido, and Nanji Hangang Riverside Park. Recent reports indicate that managers are reluctant to let bikes rented at one location be dropped off at another on weekends: this may change if Seoul authorities decide to intervene. Rentals cost KRW 3,000 per hour. Check the brakes, chain, and other basic parts of the bike before you set off!</p>
<p>The banks of the Hangang are highly exposed to the sun: protection is recommended.</p>
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		<title>Yeouido Spring Flower Festival (Apr 12–18, 2013)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 04 Apr 2013 12:50:24 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[&#160; [box_dark] Yeouido Spring Flower Festival &#124; 여의도벚꽃축제[/box_dark] The annual Yeouido Spring Flower Festival is set to return Apr 12–18 when 1,700 cherry trees erupt into magnificent clouds of pink. The spring’s spectacular show gets underway along the 1.7-kilometer-long street behind the National Assembly building. At night, the cherry blossoms are lit up with various colored [&#8230;]]]></description>
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[box_dark] <strong>Yeouido Spring Flower Festival | 여의도벚꽃축제</strong>[/box_dark]
<p>The annual Yeouido Spring Flower Festival is set to return Apr 12–18 when 1,700 cherry trees erupt into magnificent clouds of pink. The spring’s spectacular show gets underway along the 1.7-kilometer-long street behind the National Assembly building. At night, the cherry blossoms are lit up with various colored lights. A wide range of street performances such as mime and modern dance, as well as art exhibitions, also take place.</p>
<p><strong>EAT&gt;</strong><br />
Street vendors will be on hand selling snack foods and beverages, and Noryangjin Fish Market is just around the corner.</p>
<p><strong>BUY&gt;</strong><br />
The festival site will be flooded not only with visitors but street peddlers as well.</p>
<p><strong>SEE&gt;</strong><br />
There are also acrobats, inline skaters, traditional Korean percussion music, and fireworks along Hangang River to round off the event.</p>
<p><strong>FYI&gt;</strong><br />
<a href="www.ydp.go.kr">www.ydp.go.kr</a><br />
(Yeouiseo-ro, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul | 서울시 영등포구 여의서로)</p>
<p><strong>GO&gt;</strong><br />
National Assembly Station 국회의사당역 (Line 9), Exit 1</p>
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		<title>Hangang River from Ttukseom Resort</title>
		<link>https://magazine.seoulselection.com/2013/03/13/hangang-river-from-ttukseom-resort/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 13 Mar 2013 00:30:18 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[A view of the Hangang River from Ttukseom Resort. Photo by Arnab Sen.]]></description>
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<p>A view of the Hangang River from Ttukseom Resort. Photo by <strong>Arnab Sen</strong>.</p>
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		<title>Conrad Seoul</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 27 Feb 2013 05:23:47 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[&#160; Conrad Seoul &#124; 콘래드 서울 Conveniently located in the heart of the Yeouido Business District, the Conrad Seoul is perfect for business travelers who travel in luxury and style. Rooms are spacious, well-designed, and have killer views of the Hangang River. The entertainment and multimedia technology is courtesy of the Apple Mac mini. &#160; FYI&#62; T. 02-6137-7000, www.conradseoul.co.kr (23-1 Yeouido-dong, [&#8230;]]]></description>
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<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Conrad Seoul | 콘래드 서울</strong></p>
<p>Conveniently located in the heart of the Yeouido Business District, the Conrad Seoul is perfect for business travelers who travel in luxury and style. Rooms are spacious, well-designed, and have killer views of the Hangang River. The entertainment and multimedia technology is courtesy of the Apple Mac mini.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>FYI&gt;</strong><br />
T. 02-6137-7000, <a href="http://www.conradseoul.co.kr">www.conradseoul.co.kr</a><br />
(23-1 Yeouido-dong, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul |  서울시 영등포구 여의도동 23-1)</p>
<p><strong>GO&gt;</strong><br />
Yeouinaru Station 여의나루역 (Line 5), Exit 1 or Yeouido Station 여의도역 (Lines 5, 9) Exit 4</p>
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