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Located in Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul, Gyeongdong is a special location to immerse oneself in the traditional Korean medicine culture centered around Seoul Yangnyeong City. Being the hub of traditional Korean medicine since the Joseon Dynasty, it provides visitors with a profound cultural understanding of both its historical significance and contemporary application. The center combines traditions of the past with modern experiences, making traditional Korean medicine culture accessible and engaging for everyone.

The Seoul K-Medi Center is built to be accessible to everyone. An accessible way free of steps or slopes, Braille blocks, and wide doorways that are easily accessible to wheelchair users ensure the convenience of all visitors. The elevator, accessible restrooms, and accessible parking for persons with disabilities are also ready for visitors with disabilities.

Following a trip to the Seoul K-Medi Center, you can have lunch at the Youth Mall in Gyeongdong Market, a renovated old market with diverse food options and shops run by young entrepreneurs. After your meal, you can unwind by enjoying reading at Cafe Soop, a unique book cafe that doubles as a library and coffee shop, or savor a cup of tea at Cafe Chamdajeong, a Hanok café offering traditional Korean tea and food. Experience the special charm of Seoul on these chilly days with this unique Gyeongdong experience where tradition and modernity blend together.

The Seoul K-Medi Center is a comprehensive cultural facility aimed at making traditional Korean medicine culture accessible to all. In addition to serving as a herbal medicine museum, it functions as a venue that highlights the excellence and safety of Korean Traditional Medicine through diverse specialized exhibitions, education, and experiences. Specifically, it provides a range of interactive opportunities with the goal of promoting the traditional Korean medicine culture. The combination of traditional herbal medicine and modern experiences makes this a unique place to visit for both Korean and international visitors interested in traditional medicine.

The Seoul K-Medi Center offers facilities, that are intended to be easily accessible to all guests. The accessible way is without steps or slopes, making it convenient for wheelchair and stroller users, and Braille blocks are installed for persons with visual impairment as well, ensuring ease of access for all. The main entrance is wide and free of slopes and steps, providing accessibility for all, including wheelchair users, and features a wheelchair-accessible information desk. The QR codes offer sign language commentary for persons with hearing impairment, and there are accessible elevators, accessible restrooms, and accessible parking for persons with disabilities. Moreover, there is a diaper changing station in the regular restrooms, providing a convenient environment for families with young children. These facilities assist all visitors to feel comfortable and enjoy the Korean medicinal culture at the Seoul K-Medi Center.

♠ Facility Information

∙ Accessible way and Main entrance ㅣ The accessible way and main entrance are without steps or slopes, featuring Braille blocks installed for persons with visual impairment, ensuring ease of access for all.

∙ Indoor Space ㅣ The inside area is roomy with flat pavement and an elevator.

∙ Facilities for the visually impaired ㅣ There is a sign language commentary for persons with hearing impairment.

∙ Parking lot for persons with disabilities ㅣ There are available parking spaces for persons with disabilities.

∙ Accessible Toilet for persons with disabilities ㅣ There are accessible toilets for persons with disabilities.

∙ Children facilities and others ㅣ There is a diaper changing station in the regular restrooms.

Youth Mall is a shopping center situated within a structure in Gyeongdong Market that has been renovated to enhance wheelchair accessibility and create modern ambiance. The mall is a favorite destination for visitors due to its wide array of shops and dining options, providing a convenient shopping and dining experience all in one location. The accessible way and main entrance are free of steps or slopes, and include a convenient elevator accessible to all floors, ensuring easy access to visitors with wheelchairs or strollers. The inside of each building features a level floor so that every seat is accessible to wheelchair users. The high chairs are also available, making it a great place for families. Come to Youth Mall, a lively spot in Gyeongdong Market where everyone can enjoy shopping and dining in comfort and leisure!

♠ Facility Information

∙ Accessible way and Main entrance ㅣ The accessible way and main entrance are free of steps or slopes.

∙ Parking lot for persons with disabilities ㅣ In the parking lot, there is a parking space designated for persons with disabilities.

Chamdajeong is a unique cafe where you can enjoy traditional Korean tea and food amidst the beauty of a traditional Hanok. Guests can enjoy a variety of traditional teas and foods directly brewed in the ambiance of a Hanok, and the cafe is also popular with those looking for healthy Korean food, as they offer a special lotus leaf rice set meal during lunch hours. The store is fully accessible with a wide and gentle slope, and the main entrance is equipped with automatic doors, ensuring easy access for visitors with wheelchairs and baby strollers. The interior of the store is also flat and spacious, where every seat is accessible for wheelchair users. Moreover, there is a fully accessible parking lot, making it a comfortable place for everyone to visit.

♠ Facility Information

∙ Accessible way and Main entrance ㅣ There is a wide and gentle slope.

∙ Accessible Toilet for persons with disabilities ㅣ There is an accessible restroom for persons with disabilities.

Cafe Forest is a renovated structure within Seoul's Gyeongdong Market, now serving as a book cafe that blends a library with a cafe. Guests can enjoy a peaceful moment of reading and enjoying tea at this place, which is fully accessible for those with wheelchairs or strollers. The main entrance and the accessible way are wide and without steps, and the interior floor is flat, providing wheelchair accessibility to all seating areas. An elevator is available for convenient access to various floors, and high chairs are provided, making the space suitable for families.