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More formally known as Heunginjimun (흥인지문, 興仁之門), the old eastern gate of the city still stands. Though not as impressive architecturally as Namdaemun, the Dongdaemun market is infinitely more interesting than its counterpart.
Heunginjimun, a.k.a. Dongdaemun, is one of The Eight Gates of Seoul in the Seoul City Wall, a prominent landmark in central Seoul, South Korea. The Korean name "Dongdaemun" means "Great East Gate," and it was so named because it was the major eastern gate in the wall that surrounded Seoul during the Joseon period. The gate is located at Jongno 6-ga in Jongno District.
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한양도성박물관
Hanyangdoseong Museum is a museum that contains the history and culture of Hanyangdoseong from the Joseon Dynasty to the present. It is a cultural space with a permanent exhibition room, special exhibition room, data room, and study room.
떡박물관
You can see relics related to rice cake.
청계천
It is a trail where you can take a walk along the river. The stream is a popular recreational area with walking paths, small waterfalls, and over 20 bridges, providing a peaceful escape in the heart of the city. Cheonggyecheon is also illuminated at night, making it a scenic spot for visitors to enjoy both the natural and urban landscapes. It’s especially popular during seasonal festivals, like the Seoul Lantern Festival, which takes place along its banks.
홍익대 대학로 아트센터
It is a musical theater and cultural complex consisting of a large theater with 702 seats, a small theater with 150 seats, and two large exhibition rooms. It has the best facilities in the nearby Daehak-ro area.
낙산공
It is a park that runs from Dongdaemun to Hyehwa-dong. From the top of the park, you can see the night view of Seoul.
종묘, 宗廟
The royal ancestral temple during the Joseon Dynasty, this is where the kings would perform sacrificial rituals in honor of their ancestors. Certainly, the most famous shrine devoted to the royal family members of Korean dynasties. The grounds are a bit more walker-friendly than some of the palaces, admission is cheaper, and they also have some interactive equipment available to learn about the rituals and ceremonies used to treat deceased royal family members, but the interior of the shrine buildings is off-limits to the public. The Jongmyo Shrine is a . The Jongmyo Jerye (종묘제례) ceremony, which is still led by the head of the former royal family, is held here on the first Sunday of May every year, during which there will be traditional Korean performances as part of the ceremony, and the only time when the public can view (but not enter) the interior of the shrine buildings. English guided tours at 10:00, 12:00, 14:00, 16:00.