The Gangnam Station area (yes, that Gangnam) stretches from the subway station of the same name to the northern end of Sinnonhyeon Station and is a place where Korea’s education, youth and corporate cultures converge simultaneously. Its electric streets really come alive at night, when businessmen and career women descend from the modern office buildings …
Seochon Village is one of the most historical neighborhoods in central Seoul. Often associated with the middle class of merchants, physicians and translators of the Joseon dynasty, it was once known as the center of Korean literature. Stretching from the western gate of Gyeongbokgung Palace to the base of Inwang Mountain, it is an area …
Korea may be one of the world’s leading economies and fastest developing nations, but its modern history is a turbulent one. To the outsider, it can be difficult to spot the signs of Seoul’s struggles and suffering through the glitz and glamour of the city’s sparkling facade. But if one looks in the right places, …
I’ve been living in Korea for over seven years now, so it pretty much feels like “home”—or close to it. But, every once in a while I do find myself missing home, the good ol US of A. These feelings of homesickness usually arise when I least expect them. They might spring up after a …
Ever dreamed of rubbing elbows with the likes of Brad Pitt, George Clooney or Angelina Jolie? What about K-star heartthrobs like Lee Min-ho, Hyun Bin or Kim Soo-hyun? Or, perhaps you’d prefer to get up close with historical figures like Leonardo Di Vinci and Ghandi, or world famous athletes such as Lionel Messi. Well, now …
Horse racing in South Korea has an interesting history that dates all the way back to the late 1800s. Going to the races has become a rather popular hobby among Koreans of all ages, and most of the most notable races are held at LetsRun Park Seoul, or Seoul Race Park. Established for the 1988 Summer …
After exploring Hapjeong, one of Seoul’s most popular hipster hangouts, it’s time to move toward Sangsu, one of my personal favorite neighborhoods, thanks to its cool cafes, indie vibes and relative anonymity. As the sun sets and the crowds begin to fill the streets of Hongdae, let your stomach lead the way off the beaten path. …
Although Hongdae will no doubt remain the go-to student neighborhood for funk and fun, a number of youngsters are beginning to disperse to Hapjeong and nearby Sangsu, bohemian locales on the outskirts of the rowdy neighborhood that caters to Seoul’s alternative crowd. Here, polished twenty- and thirty-somethings seemingly straight off the cover of Kinfolk sip …
Who needs a guidebook when Seoul Searching gives you the most comprehensive, up-to-date guide to Seoul’s neighborhoods on the Internet?! Whether you’re looking for the perfect neighborhood to stay in during your trip, or simply want to explore a new part of town, you can find what you are looking for here. I’ll continue to …
Less than an hour’s drive north of Seoul sits an enchanting community of artists. Envisioned and created by a well known book publisher, Heyri Art Village is now home to over 400 painters, potters, photographers, musicians, architects and writers. Not only does its proximity to Seoul make it a great day trip option, but its …