[Rediscover Seoul (85)] 전통이 넘쳐나는 성북동

 

[Rediscover Seoul (85)] Seongbuk-dong overflows with tradition

2010-07-02

 

This is the 85th in a series of articles highlighting tourism spots in Seoul. The guide for planning weekend trips in the capital city will help readers rediscover Seoul. — Ed.

 

Seongbuk-dong is referred to as the Beverly Hills of Korea, as many rich families live there. There are also many embassies and ambassadors’ residences. However, behind the obvious facade of Seongbuk-dong, there are many interesting things to see. Historical sites from Seoul’s modern era are hidden within the residential area. The Seongbuk-dong tour locates such sites and pieces them together like a puzzle to present a new image of this area.

 

 

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