Seoul: Bukchon Hanok Village Walking Tour
Seoul: Bukchon Hanok Village Walking Tour
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What is 'OraeGage'?
'Oraegage' refers to a store that has been carrying on Seoul's tradition and value for a long time. It conveys the meaning of an old store that people want it to last even longer. Seoul has identified and designated OraeGage stores for the past five years from 2017, with the distinctive atmosphere and stories of Seoul, in order to showcase numerous tourist attractions of Seoul to tourists at home and abroad.
Bukchon, located in the north of Cheonggyecheon Stream and Jongno, embodies the spirit of our ancestors in 600 years of urban history.
Hanok is a traditional Korean architectural style that has developed and continued through various eras, and it still has considerable historical value to this day.
Through this tour, you can observe the changes in the appearance of Hanok over time. By encountering traditional Korean food, manners, and art, you will be able to understand the lifestyle and values of the noble class at that time.
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Anguk Station
5 minsAdmission Ticket FreeMeet the guide at Exit 3 of Anguk Station, and now it's time to explain today's tour theme. As you listen to the guide's stories about Bukchon, you continue moving along the streets. The guide takes you through the winding alleyways, passing by the well-preserved Hanok houses, each with its own unique charm and history.Gyedong-gil
5 minsAdmission Ticket FreeThe guide leads you all to the Onion Anguk Cafe, where you can see a modernized Hanok. Here, the guide explains the reasons why Hanok houses are beloved by people.Bukchon Traditional Culture Center
20 minsAdmission Ticket FreeIf you saw the modernized Hanok during the first part of the tour, the second part will be dedicated to visiting traditional Hanok houses. The guide tell you a bit about the appearance of traditional Hanok houses. Experience it for yourself by seeing, listening, and feeling the surroundings.Gyedong-gil
10 minsAdmission Ticket FreeYou embark on an alley trip to Bukchon Gyedong-gil, surrounded by numerous Hanok villages. This alley is perfect for a leisurely stroll and enjoying the outing.Bukchon Hanok Village
20 minsAdmission Ticket FreeNow, we are going to move on to fully appreciate the scenery of Bukchon and to experience healing in the Hanok. We'll learn about the characteristics of Hanok and explore the differences between Western architecture and Korean architecture.Bukchon-ro 12-gil
20 minsAdmission Ticket FreeWhere the Joseon dynasty's family business of etching gold leaf on royal silk. During the Joseon Dynasty, the art of gold leaf culture was passed down through generations with historical significance. Even now, in Bukchon, traces of this tradition still remain. With the Kum Bak Yeon as its protagonist, the workshop embodies the essence of our traditional values, making it a place of cultural significance for everyone to appreciate. Let's immerse ourselves in the artistry of gold leaf craft and cherish the beauty that has endured through the ages by OraeGage artisan.Bukchon-ro 7-gil
15 minsAdmission Ticket FreeThe 'Baekinje', located in Bukchon-ro 7-gil is one of the traditional houses from the Joseon Dynasty and was designated as a Seoul Folk Cultural Heritage in 1977. You can admire the houses of the upper class during the Joseon Dynasty.Bukchon-ro
10 minsAdmission Ticket FreeVisit Sool Gallery and learn about Korean traditional liquor and quench your thirst with Korean traditional tea.
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