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If there’s one place in Seoul that feels especially magical in autumn, it’s Gyeongbokgung Palace. Imagine traditional Korean architecture, elegant palace pavilions, peaceful ponds, and enormous golden ginkgo trees coming together to create some of the most beautiful autumn scenery in the city š While Gyeongbokgung is a must-visit destination throughout the year, I think …
Discover the most beautiful spots to capture Seoul’s golden gingko trees and magical autumn foliage. After countless spring visits to this magical green oasis in the middle of Seoul, I finally made my first autumn visit to Seoul Forest ā and oh my, the scenery was absolutely magnificent! I have always loved Seoul Forest for …
A little autumn escape in Seoul that feels worlds away from the city. When you think of autumn in Seoul, places like Gyeongbokgung Palace, Seokchon Lake, and Namsan probably come to mind first. But tucked away in the northeastern part of the city, in Nowon-gu, there’s a beautiful little escape that deserves a spot on …
Thereās something special about spending a slow day in Seoul, especially around Jongno and Anguk. š¤š While Seoul is famous for its fast-paced lifestyle, trendy shopping districts, and buzzing nightlife, this part of the city invites you to slow down, wander through charming streets, discover little hidden corners, and enjoy a good cup of coffee …
Olympic Park is vastly hugeāspanning over 1.4 million square metersāso I created this post to help you pin down exactly where to head when the seasonal colors of autumn hit! Brief Introduction About Olympic Park Built originally to host the 1988 Summer Olympics, Olympic Park is a seamless blend of world-class cultural art, historic Baekje …
If youāre in Seoul during the spring, there is one place that absolutely deserves a top spot on your itinerary: Jogyesa Temple (ģ”°ź³ģ¬). While Seoul is a city that never sleeps, Jogyesa offers a different kind of energy. During the annual Lotus Lantern Festival (Yeondeunghoe), this historic site transforms from a peaceful urban sanctuary into …
Every spring, Seoul plays a familiar game of cat and mouse with flower enthusiasts. We track the blooming forecasts, set our alarms for sunrise photo shoots, and mentally prepare for the crowds at the usual hotspots. But this year, the script flipped. If youāve been following Seoul news, you know the heartbreaks: iconic cafes with …
If you have been following my little atlas for a while, you know I am a firm believer that the best travel moments are the ones you stumble upon after the crowd has moved on. Everyone chases the first bloom. The famous Somei Yoshino. The pale pink snow. The chaos of the Yeouido Spring Flower …
Thereās a secret that local photographers and in-the-know Seoul dwellers have been whispering about for years. While the masses flock to Yeouido and Seokchon Lake for the fleeting, snow-white some (ė²ź½) cherry blossoms, a much rarer, more opulent spectacle blooms just a short train ride south of the capital. Imagine walking through a European-style campus, …
My first solo trip to Hanam this spring was an absolute blast. If youāve been following along, you know I recently gushed about the fluffy Gyup-beotkkot (double blossoms) at Misari Speedboat Park. But Hanam has another ace up its sleeve during the spring season: a vibrant, kaleidoscopic field of tulips that looks like it was …