Hongdae Mural Street

In Hongdae there are a few alleys where people have painted murals near Hongik University. I read about it when I was researching things to do in Hongdae so I decided to check it out. Its very interesting.

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How to get there:

Line 2 at Hongdae station, exit #9. Go inside the street and turn right at the second alley. Walk straight and cross the street. Turn left and walk up the hills until you see the front gate of Hongik University. Cross the street.When you see the university sign go over to the right and there is a small alley. All of the murals are not in the same alley. There are 2-3 alleys that you can go down and see murals.

Tapgol Park (Seoul, South Korea)

Tapgol park was the first modern park built in Seoul. It is also known as Pagoda park. The park was once the site of a Buddhist temple called Wongaksa. The 10 story Wongaksa Pagoda (National Treasure #2) is located in the park.

Tapgol Park was the site of the March 1st Movement in 1919. This was the first location where the Proclamation of Independence was read. There are some monuments in the park relating to that event. You can also read the Proclamation of Independence.

Tapgol Park is Historical site No.354.

Palgakjeong Pavilion: Seoul Tangible Cultural Property No.73

Palgakjeon Pavilion

Wongaksa Pagoda (National Treasure #2)

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How to get there: Jongno 3(sam)-ga Station (Subway Line 1, 3, 5), Exit 1

Open year round

Admission: Free

Hours: 6am-8pm