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Gyeongbokgung Palace
Gyeongbokgung Palace, the largest of the Five Grand Palaces—along with, Gyeonghuigung, Deoksugung, Changgyeonggung, and Changdeokgung Palaces—served as the main palace of the Joseon Dynasty. Built in 1395, it was located at the heart of the newly established capital, then called Hanyang (present-day Seoul), and represented the sovereignty of the Joseon Dynasty.
- Address: 161, Sajik-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
- Website: https://english.visitseoul.net/attractions/Gyeongbokgung-Palace_/73
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Cheonggyecheon Stream
Cheonggyecheon Stream begins at Cheonggye Plaza, a popular venue for cultural and artistic events, and flows beneath a total of 22 bridges, passing by numerous attractions before joining the Hangang River. "Cheonggye Soul Ocean," a nighttime media art exhibition highlighting the stream’s waterfront setting, will be held through the end of 2025.
- Address: 37, Mugyo-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
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Namsan Park
Namsan Park, located at the base of Namsan Mountain in the heart of Seoul, is the city’s largest civic park. It comprises four main districts: Jangchung, Yejang, Hoehyeon, and Hannam. As a green space within the urban landscape, it attracts both tourists and locals seeking a break in nature.
A variety of seasonal programs are organized throughout the year, offering diverse experiences to the public. In addition to these events, the park features numerous attractions, such as the Ahn Jung-geun Memorial Hall, a cable car, a children's forest experience center, and the N Seoul Tower Observatory, a famous landmark where visitors can enjoy a panoramic view of Seoul.
- Address: 231, Samil-daero, Jung-gu, Seoul
- Website: https://english.visitseoul.net/nature/Namsan%20Park_/3634
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Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP)
The Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP), planned by the Seoul Metropolitan Government in 2006, officially opened on March 21, 2014. Created with the goal of utilizing design thinking to foster innovation and development, DDP serves as a hub for creative knowledge in the 21st century, showcasing global design trends and innovation.
As a multi-purpose cultural space, DDP has hosted a wide range of cultural events since its opening—including exhibitions, fashion shows, product launches, forums, and conferences. One of its signature attractions is the seasonal Seoul Light event, which transforms DDP's curved silver facade into a vibrant canvas of diverse scenery.
- Address: 281, Euljiro, Jung-gu, Seoul (Euljiro 7-ga)
- Website: https://english.visitseoul.net/dongdaemunarea/Dongdaemun%20Design%20Plaza_/24680
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Changdeokgung Palace
Changdeokgung Palace is the second UNESCO World Heritage Site in Seoul. It was selected as a representative palace for its notable beauty in the history of palace architecture in East Asia and for its excellent arrangement with the surrounding natural environment.
Originally built by King Taejong in 1405, it was destroyed along with Gyeongbokgung Palace during the Imjin War. Rebuilt in 1610, the second year of King Gwanghaegun’s reign, Changdeokgung served as the royal palace of the Joseon Dynasty for approximately 250 years.
- Address: 2-71, Waryong-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul
- Website: https://english.visitseoul.net/attractions/Changdeokgung%20Palace%20_/296