Published Date : Dec 08, 2021 / Edited Date : Jun 20, 2023
People think of Gangnam as a newly developed, trendy city with a short history. But how can you really say Gangnam lacks history. Although it was located outside the four main gates of Seoul, people have been living here since prehistoric times. Looking at the spots in this article, you’ll get to know the history of Gangman.
Kukkiwon, the living history and future of Taekwondo
The World Taekwondo Federation has 211 member states. Almost all countries are member states considering there are 237 countries in the world map. The headquarter of the proud K-martial art, Kukkiwon is located on Teheran-ro, Gangman. There’s a tranquil walking path behind the skyscraper of Teheran-ro, and when you go up the hill you’ll find the dignified building of Kukkiwon. Neighbors enjoy going on a walk around Kukkiwon. You can run into cute little kids in uniform running around cheerfully, or a stately taekwondoist at Kukkiwon. If you want to experience something new, visit Kukkiwon.
Address 32, Teheran-ro 7-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul, Republic of Korea Hours 24/7
Tel 02-567-1058
Transportation Metro: Line 2 Gangnam Station Exit 12 (511m)
If you ever dreamed of a tree house in the forest, Cafe Alver is the perfect place! The brownish cafe is surrounded by tall trees, it feels like a tree house with a great scent of coffee you ran into in the forest. It even looks exotic. Sitting on the rooftop, you can see the skyscraper of Gangman far away, and it gives you this strange feeling as if you’re looking at it from another time. If you want to experience something different in the familiar city of Gangnan, head to Alver.
Address 34, Gangnam-daero 102-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul, Republic of Korea
There’s a thousand years old Buddhist temple in Seoul? - Bongeunsa Temple
Can you believe there’s a thousand years old Buddhist temple in trendy Gangnam? Right next to the splendid forest of buildings is the oldest temple in Seoul. Thta’s what makes it more interesting. Right next to Coex, even though it’s right in the middle of the street, you might miss it because of the glamorous buildings surrounding Bongeunsa Temple You can truly feel Bongeunsa when you are looking outside from the temple. The old temple and the fancy skyscraper creates an exotic beauty. It is the coexistence of tradition and modern that is the special beauty of Seoul.
Address 531, Bongeunsa-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul, Republic of Korea
Hours 5:00 – 22:00 everyday
Tel 0507-1429-4800
Transportation Metro: Line 9 Bongeunsa Station Exit 1 (135m)
Triode, located in a modern grey brick building, has cake platings as fancy as the interior. They scoop cake like an ice cream, but it doesn’t crumble but rather looks like a piece of art on a white plate. Baristas, chefs and patissiers work together to create seasonal menus with great scent, taste, and look every season, and it feels like a fancy course meal of desserts. If you want to treat yourself with expensive and tasty desserts, head to Triode.
Address LF Union Town, 28, Gangnam-daero 94-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul Hours 11:30 – 22:00 everyday / Last order: 21:00
Tel 02-568-9427
Transportation DX Line, Line 2 Gangnam Station Exit 12 (242m)
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Seoul Guided Walking Tour Office and Seoul culture and tourism guide are not liable for the safety accidents during the Seoul Guided Walking Tour.
All reservations will be canceled in the event of a weather warning being issued. (e.g. heatwave, typhoon, heavy rain, fine dust, etc.) (Cancellation will be processed immediately upon implementation)
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