Friday, May 25, 2012

Photo Stop: Bukchon Hanok Village

Hanok. Ha-what? A traditional Korean house. Before leaving Seoul Guesthouse, where we stayed for two nights, we took a walk thru Bukchon hanok village, a stone's throw away from the guesthouse...okay, maybe a long and strong throw.

 


 A traditional village in a modern city

In the residential area, remember to keep voices down. In Bukchon, you will also find museums, workshops, galleries, and coffee shops. Learn more about Bukchon here.

A coffee shop in Bukchon

Bukchon is located between the two palace complexes: Gyeongbokgung and Changdeokgung. If you don't believe me and just have to see for yourself, here's a map of Bukchon.


While you're in the area, why don't you drop by:
Gyeongbokgung (palace)
Changdeokgung (palace)
Huwon (garden)
Changgyeonggung (palace)
Insadong (shopping)
Cheonggyecheon (stream)


South Korea Series:
To the North We Go...Almost
Strolling, Collecting Sights 
A Dose of History: Gyeongbokgung
Double Dose of History: Changdeokgung & Huwon
Photo Stop: Bukchon Hanok Village (you're here!)
Care For Some Coffee?
Step Back in Time at the Folk Village
Trick Eye Museum
N Seoul Tower
What's in a (Business) Name? Korea
This Little Mustache Went to (Namdaemun) Market
At the Outskirts: Petite France and Namisum
Hunting for Cherry Blossoms at Yeouido Park
Can't Pronounce It So I Stuffed It in My Mouth
The Most Important Question

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