In addition to the traditional palace buildings, there are also forested gardens, a statue of King Sejong the Great and the National Museum of Art, which holds special exhibitions. Leia mais.
Changgyeong Palace is a palace located in Seoul, South Korea. Originally the Summer Palace of the Goryeo King, it later became one of the Five Grand Palaces of the Joseon Dynasty. Leia mais.
Gyeongbokgung(경복궁), also known as Gyeongbokgung Palace or Gyeongbok Palace -- is a royal palace located in northern Seoul, South Korea. Leia mais.
Gwanghwamun (Hangul: 광화문; Hanja: 光化門) is the main and largest gate of Gyeongbokgung Palace, in Jongno-gu, Seoul, South Korea. Leia mais.
Namdaemun, officially known as the Sungnyemun(literally Gate of Exalted Ceremonies)is one of the Eight Gates in the Fortress Wall of Seoul, South Korea, which surrounded the city in the Joseon Dynasty Leia mais.
흥인지문 (동대문) Heunginjimun is better known as Dongdaemun, which literally means “East Gate.” It is one of the four main gates of Seoul, and is Treasure No. 1 of Korea. Dongdaemun Stn. Leia mais.
The King Sejong Statue was erected at the center of Gwanghawmun Square on Hangeul Day (October 9) of 2009. Leia mais.
N Seoul Tower Observatory. Perched upon the highest point of Mt. Namsan, the observatory offers a great view of Seoul. Leia mais.
Changdeokgung Palace was the second royal villa built following the construction of Gyeongbukgung Palace in 1405. Leia mais.
Unhyeongung Royal Residence was the home of young Gojong, who later became Emperor during the Joseon Dynasty. Under the orders of Queen Mother Jo, Unhyeongung was renovated into a grand, Leia mais.
Surrounded by Gyeongbokgung Palace, Changdeokgung Palace and Jongmyo Shrine, Bukchon Hanok Village is home to hundreds of traditional houses called 'hanok' that date back to the Joseon Dynasty. Leia mais.
The National Museum of Korea is located only 1.5km away from Yongsan Station. Leia mais.
The grounds of the War Memorial of Korea were once the headquarters of the Korean Infantry. War Memorial: War History Exhibit, June 25th War Exhibit. Leia mais.
National Folk Museum located within the grounds of the Gyeongbokgung Palace in Jongno-gu, Leia mais.
Namsangol Hanok Village, also known as "A Village of Traditional Houses in the Namsan Valley" Leia mais.
The National Palace Museum of Korea opened in 1992 displaying relics from the Joseon Dynasty [1392~1910]. Leia mais.
Insa-dong (인사동), located in the heart of the city, is an important place where old but precious and traditional goods are on display. Leia mais.
Seoul was the capital of the Joseon Dynasty, and the Museum depicts the evolution from its prehistoric period to the city it is today. Leia mais.
During the latter half of the Joseon period, Gyeonghuigung served as the secondary palace for the king Leia mais.
Deoksugung, It is one of the "Five Grand Palaces" built by the kings of the Joseon Dynasty. Leia mais.
National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art, Deoksugung was originally built as an annex to the National Museum of Contemporary Art. Leia mais.
Myeong-dong (명동) is one of the primary shopping districts in Seoul. Leia mais.
Korea House is an excellent example of traditional architecture. It is a traditional Korean court cuisine restaurant and culture center. Leia mais.
Ssamziegil is a comprehensive shopping center located on the famous Insa-dong Street. Leia mais.
The Gwangjang Market is the nation’s first market and continues to thrive as a popular tourist destination today. Leia mais.
The Bosingak Belfry was used during the Joseon Dynasty to keep the time. There were four gates in Seoul that allowed people in and out. Leia mais.
Seoul City Hall is a governmental building for the Seoul Metropolitan Government in South Korea, in charge of the administrative affairs of Seoul. Leia mais.
Geunjeongjeon (Hangul: 근정전; Hanja: 勤政殿), also known as Geunjeongjeon Hall, is the throne hall where the king formally granted audiences to his officials, gave declarations of national importance. Leia mais.
The Independence Gate(독립문;獨立門) is a memorial gate located in Seoul, South Korea. Leia mais.
Heunginjimun, literally "Gate of Rising Benevolence" or more commonly known as Dongdaemun. Leia mais.
On August 1st, 2009, the redesigned Gwanghwamun Square opened to the public. Leia mais.
Nakseonjae was built as the study and sarangchae (living quarters of the head of a household) of King Heonjong (24th king of Joseon, 1827-1849). Leia mais.
Cheonggye Plaza in Sejong-ro is situated at the fountainhead of Cheonggyecheon Stream Leia mais.
Yeouido Park is a large recreational area located on Yeouido Island in the central part of Seoul. Leia mais.
also known as "A Village of Traditional Houses in the Namsan Valley", is a Korean village located in the area of Pil-dong neighborhood in Jung-gu, a central district of Seoul, South Korea. Leia mais.
Mt. Namsan is a symbolic mountain located at the center of Seoul. Although not as high as other surrounding mountains, Mt. Namsan is a very popular nonetheless as a resting site. Leia mais.
Seoul Plaza in front of City Hall is a historic site where the 1919 (Samil) Independence Movement and the pro-democracy movement in June 1987 were held. Leia mais.
While most bridges crossing the Han are for motor vehicles or subways only, citizens may cross select bridges on foot or by bicycle. Leia mais.
The Han River is a major river in South Korea and the fourth longest river on the Korean peninsula after the Amnok, Duman, and Nakdong rivers. Leia mais.
The World Cup Park was built to commemorate the 17th FIFA World Cup. Opened in May 1st, 2002, the park was once a 15-year-old landfill that held over 92 million tons of garbage. Leia mais.
The original church was constructed with twenty types of locally fired red and gray bricks. Leia mais.
Cheonggyecheon (Hangul: 청계천) is an 8.4 km (5.2 miles) long, modern public recreation space in downtown Seoul, Leia mais.
The location of the village was originally the site of a well known Joseon-era summer resort called Jeonghakdong. Leia mais.
N Seoul Tower located on Mt. Namsan offers great panoramic views of the city, and has been a symbol of Seoul since it first opened to the public in 1980 Leia mais.
Namsan Palgakjeong Namsan (lit. "South Mountain") is a 262 metres (860 ft) peak in the Jung-gu district of south central Seoul, South Korea. Leia mais.
Insa-dong (인사동), located in the heart of the city, is an important place where old but precious and traditional goods are on display. Leia mais.
In the buoyant neighborhood of Insa-dong, a new area extending up to 500m opened up on December 18, 2004. Leia mais.
Gyeongbokgung Palace is arguably the most beautiful and remains the grandest of all five palaces. Leia mais.
Jogyesa Temple is the center of Zen Buddhism in Korea, and is famous for being located in the city. From the busy streets of Jongno, follow the road towards Anguk Subway Station, Leia mais.
This unique area was designed in such a way by connecting its charming alleys in the form of a spiral-like stairway. Leia mais.
The Pyounghwa Fashion Town market in Dongdaemun has been selling fashion clothing and accessories for over 50 years ever since the end of the Korean War. Leia mais.
Gwanghwamun was first constructed in 1395 as the main gate to Gyeongbokgung Palace, the main and most important royal palace during the Joseon Dynasty. Leia mais.
The Wonhyo Bridge crosses the Han River in South Korea and connects the districts of Yongsan-gu and Yeongdeungpo-gu. The bridge was completed in 1981. It was the 13th to be built on the Han River Leia mais.
Seoul Olympic Park, shortened to Olpark, is an Olympic Park built to host the 1988 Summer Olympics. It is located in Songpa-gu, Bangi-dong. Leia mais.
Jamsil Sports Complex (Korean: 잠실종합운동장) or known as Syngman Rhee Olympic Complex named after the first South Korean president is a group of sports facilities in Songpa-gu in Seoul, Korea. Leia mais.
Haneul Park (Sky Park), located within the World Cup Stadium Park, is a grassland park that was formed where the second site of the Nanjido Landfill once stood. Leia mais.
Namdaemun, officially known as the Sungnyemun (literally Gate of Exalted Ceremonies), is one of the Eight Gates in the Fortress Wall of Seoul, Leia mais.
Namsangol Hanok Village, also known as "A Village of Traditional Houses in the Namsan Valley", is a Korean village located in the area of Pil-dong neighborhood in Jung-gu, a central district of Seoul, Leia mais.
If you get off at Chungmuro Subway Station, you are right in front of Namsangol Hanok Village (traditional Korean village). Leia mais.
The Seongsan Bridge is the 12th bridge that crosses the Han River in South Korea and connects the districts of Mapo District and Yeongdeungpo District. The bridge was completed in 1980. Leia mais.
It connects the districts of Yongsan-gu to the north and Dongjak-gu to the south, and crosses over the artificial island of Nodeulseom. The bridge carries eight lanes of traffic. Leia mais.
It covers 0.99 km² with a population of 3,529 and is mostly a commercial area, being one of Seoul's main shopping and tourism districts. Leia mais.
The Namsangol Hanok Village offers one the opportunity to experience a wide cross-section of Joseon-era citizenry and activities, from royalty to commoners. Leia mais.
Mapo Station is a station on the Seoul Subway Line 5. It is located close to the northeastern end of the Mapo Bridge. Leia mais.
Sinchon's main attraction is its nightlife, with numerous bars of both western style and traditional Korean hofs, restaurants and other activities aimed at the area's student population. Leia mais.
While most bridges crossing the Han are for motor vehicles or subways only, citizens may cross select bridges on foot or by bicycle... Leia mais.
Along the Sillim or Sillim-dong is a statutory division of Gwanak District, Seoul, South Korea. Leia mais.
The bridge was completed in 1970. Until 1984, the bridge was called Seoul Bridge Leia mais.
Situated in Yeouido, the heart of politics, media, banking and finance, Yeouido Hangang Park is easily accessible via public transportation... Leia mais.
The bridge was completed in 1970. Until 1984, the bridge was called Seoul Bridge Leia mais.
After Korea regained its independence from under Japanese colonial rule, the station’s name was changed from ‘Gyeongseong Station’ to ‘Seoul Station’. Leia mais.
Changdeokgung (Hangul, 창덕궁, 昌德宮; literally, "Prospering Virtue Palace") — also known as Changdeokgung Palace or Changdeok Palace — is set within a large park in Jongno-gu, Seoul, South Korea. Leia mais.
Cheonggyecheon (Hangul: 청계천) is an 8.4 km (5.2 miles) long, modern public recreation space in downtown Seoul, South Korea. Leia mais.
Cheonggyecheon is a 5.8 km creek flowing west to east through downtown Seoul, and then meeting Jungnangcheon, which in turn connects to the Han River and empties into the Yellow Sea. Leia mais.
Gimpo International Airport (Korean: 김포국제공항), commonly known as Gimpo Airport (IATA: GMP, ICAO: RKSS) (formerly Kimpo International Airport), is located in the far western end of Seoul, Leia mais.
Heunginjimun, literally "Gate of Rising Benevolence" or more commonly known as Dongdaemun, is one of the The Eight Gates of Seoul in the Fortress Wall of Seoul, Leia mais.
Dongdaemun Market or Tongdaemun (abbreviated DDM) is a large commercial district comprising traditional markets and shopping centers in Jongno-gu, Leia mais.
Seoul City Hall is a governmental building for the Seoul Metropolitan Government in South Korea, in charge of the administrative affairs of Seoul. Leia mais.
Ichon Hangang Park is located on the northern side of the river between Jungrangcheon Bridge and Wonhyo Bridge. Leia mais.
The Mapo Bridge crosses the Han River in South Korea and connects the districts of Mapo District and Yeongdeungpo District. The bridge was completed in 1970. Leia mais.
06:00 - 24:00 (Exhibit Hall: Summer Time 09:00 - 18:00/ Winter Time 09:00 - 17:00) Leia mais.
There is also a time capsule commemorating Seoul’s 600 Year Anniversary that was buried in 1994 and is scheduled to be reopened four hundred years later in 2394. Leia mais.
The park is dedicated to arts and culture. Visitors can spend a leisurely time at the expansive garden, view sculptures, or watch the setting sun from the observatory deck. Leia mais.
The Hangang River History Museum exhibits geological features, ecosystem and cultural heritages of this surrounding region Leia mais.
Ichon Station, Seoul Subway line 1 & 4, Exit #4 >> Walk 500m towards Hangang River Leia mais.
Gyeonghoeru (Hangul: 경회루; Hanja: 慶會樓), also known as Gyeonghoeru Pavilion, is a hall used to hold important and special state banquets during the Joseon Dynasty Leia mais.
As part of the Hangang Renaissance project, Nanji Hangang Park will be transformed into an eco-friendly theme park that should attract visitors from around the world. Leia mais.
Near Mapo-gu, Mangwon Hangang Park is situated on the northern part of the river, between Wonhyo Bridge and Seongsan Bridge. Leia mais.
Traditional Culture Experience Program for International Visitors Leia mais.
amdubong (Silkworm Head Peak), but was renamed in 2000. Jeoldusan Martyrs' Shrine is the site of the Byeonin Persecution of 1866, where many Roman Catholics were brutally murdered. Leia mais.
Mt. Bukhansan is situated in the northern part of Seoul. Designated as a national park in 1983, the mountain is 78.45km wide and has 6 districts and extends out into Gyeonggi-do Province. Leia mais.
The Lotus Lantern Festival is held every year on April 8th (lunar calendar) in honor of Buddha's Birth. Leia mais.
stated that hanging named padlocks on the Tower fence as a symbol of love is their favorite activity in Seoul. Leia mais.
The Dongdaemun Stadium, was in Seoul, South Korea and included a multi-purpose athletics stadium, a baseball park and other sports Leia mais.
Yeouido Park is a large recreational area located on Yeouido Island in the central part of Seoul. It was once originally covered with black asphalt, Leia mais.
The Gingko tree-lined street (Sinsadong garosu-gil) that runs from Sinsa Station (Subway Line 3) popular, upscale street in Seoul. Leia mais.
Along the banks of the river, especially in Seoul, pedestrian walkways and bicycle paths are available on both sides of the river. Leia mais.
Yeongdeungpo Yeouido Spring Flower Festival (영등포 여의도 봄꽃축제) korea photo www.tv1.kr Leia mais.