Published Date : Dec 22, 2019 / Edited Date : Jun 19, 2023
The Seoul I Love
Article Source - THESEOULive
Word and Image by. Kim Jiyoung
#1 Bukchon Alley, Abandoned Mirror
The hills of Bukchon are crowded with narrow alleys reminiscent of anthills. Local buses can barely get through these parts. I found this abandoned old mirror here.
Word and Image by. Park Joonghyeon
#2 Yeouido Ankara Park
The park opened in May, 1977, to commemorate the sisterhood of Seoul and Ankara, the capital of Turkey, which was made official in August, 1971. There is a Korea Park in Ankara, as well. Visitors can see a traditional Turkish residence in Yeouido, the business mecca of Seoul.
Word and Image by. Kim Sumin
#3 Cafe Odagada
A café that serves addictive desserts in unique and pretty plates. Jazz is playing in the background, and it’s quiet in here, a bit away from the station. It’s impossible to forget this place once you have a taste of their cakes and beverages.
Word and Image by. Seong Eonhyeong
#4 Shinyoungdong, Jongno-gu
A sliver of the moon.
Word and Image by. Jun Chiyun
#5 Namsan Park
This is a nature playground for children. From the wild flowers that come and go with the seasons, to the trees blooming in green that change into snow-white winter coats: they all make you feel like you’re a part of nature without a shadow of doubt. A gem of a place.
Word and Image by. Park Jiyoung
#6 Mullae Neighborhood Park
A space for rest and relaxation frequented by the residents of Munrae-dong. People come here to stroll and feel closer to nature, accompanied by family, friends, and dogs.
Word and Image by. Sebastian Schutyser
#7 Baeksasil Valley, Hyeontongsa
Every day I walk my dog in Baeksasil valley. In summer, when tourist flock around the ruins of an old villa, the yellow jacket guardians keep an eye on the humdrum and visitors out of the cool running mountain rivulets. At dusk, when everyone leaves and the wild boar take over again the forest, I enjoy the solitude. Before entering the valley I have to pass by a small temple named Hyeontongsa. More than any official forest service this is the true gatekeeper of Baeksasil. It’s humble authenticity marks the transition from the urban to the natural realm, and invites all who cross this boundary to leave behind loud materialism and tread respectfully over these frail trails. Now winter is coming, and I am waiting for the first snows.
Word and Image by. Kim Sunju
#8 Jeongdong Observatory
You can see the entirety of Deoksugung Palace from the Jeongdong lookout located on the thirteenth floor of the Seosomun branch of City Hall. You have to be lucky to snag a window seat.
Word and Image by. Kim Yuyoung
#9 Salon de Chogo
A small bookstore-cum-café in an alleyway near Hapjeong Station. Sip a coffee while you chat, and suddenly when the clock strikes, the lighting changes, and the barista reads a poem. After the reading is over, the lighting changes back to normal. The reading happens every hour on the hour, and it’s like watching a short play.
Word and Image by. Min Seonoh
#10 DDP LED Rose Garden
I used to go on dates with my boyfriend here often at the beginning of our relationship. Twenty thousand LED roses used to light up this place brightly. But the LED rose garden closed this April, so visitors can no longer take advantage of this spectacular view. But seeing this picture reminds me of the flutters I felt.
본 코스는 보행약자(거동이 불편한 고령자, 장애인, 유모차 이용자 등)를 위한 코스입니다.
보호자를 동반하지 않을 시 이용이 불가능 합니다.※ 보행약자 1명당 보호자 최소 1인 이상 동반 ※ 전동보장구(전동휠체어, 전동스쿠터 등) 사용자의 경우 보호자 1인당 보행약자 최대 4인까지 동반 가능
희망하시는 날짜 및 코스에 활동가능한 해설사가 없는 경우 예약은 취소될 수 있습니다.
예약확인을 위해 도보관광 사무국(02-6925-0777)에서 확인 연락이 진행됩니다.(최소 5일~한달 전)3회 이상 전화통화가 이뤄지지 않을 시 예약이 취소될 수 있습니다.
해설 진행 시 발생하는 안전사고에 대해서 도보관광 사무국과 서울문화관광해설사는 책임을 지지 않습니다.
미세먼지 비상저감조치 발령 및 기타 기상악화(폭염, 태풍, 폭우 등)로 인해 도보관광 운영이 어려운 경우 모든 예약은 일괄 취소됩니다. (관광일 전날 기준)
Reservations must be made at least three days prior to the tour date.
Additional reservations, one or two days before the tour starts, are only allowed for the tour that is already fixed.
In the case of group tour, more than 10people, please contact us by e-mail.
Reservations for the following month are available from the 15th of the current month.
Please refrain from participating in any tour programs should you be experiencing any symptoms, including fever, coughing, congestion, muscle pain, stuffy nose, and/or sore throat.
Reservations for tourists 14 years & under without an accompanying adult or guardian shall be canceled on site.
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)
※ Please always check the weather warning on the day of the reservation on the site below.
(https://www.accuweather.com/en/kr/seoul/226081/weather-forecast/226081)
The Seoul Guided Walking Tour administration office and tour guide affiliates are not responsible for any accidents that happen to occur during the tour program.
Reservation shall be made at least 1 week before the tour day.
The course is for tourists with mobility problems (Senior, people with disability, stroller user).
You may not use the course without an assistant (or companion) ※ At least one assistant shall accompany a tourist with mobility problem ※ In case of electric assisting device users (electric wheelchair, electric scooter users), one assistant may accompany up to 4 tourists with mobility problem
Reservation may be canceled when a guide is unavailable on the desired date and course.
Seoul Guided Walking Tour Office (02-6925-0777) will contact you to confirm reservation. (At least 5 days~1 month before tour day) Reservation may be canceled when Seoul Guided Walking Tour Office cannot reach you for more than 3 times.
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)
※ Please always check the weather warning on the day of the reservation on the site below.
(https://www.accuweather.com/en/kr/seoul/226081/weather-forecast/226081)