MangoVine - Traditional Charms of Samcheong-dong

24 July, 2009
Friday

Samcheong-dong is touted as one of the trendiest cultural centres of Seoul and a wander along its quaint and charming streets showed us why.

Samcheong-Dong-Cafe-Front

Traditional Hanok architecture can be seen in Samcheong-dong along with unique boutiques, stylish cafes and creative product shops.

Samcheong-Dong-Hanok-Alley

I found the area to be very photographer-friendly and had read that its not unusual to see people posing in front of interesting shops and alleyways for photos.

Samcheong-Dong-Linh-Alley

Whilst in Samcheong-dong, I was able to get proof of Korean women commonly holding hands as they wander around streets and shops together. They're not lesbians apparently.

Samcheong-Dong-Female-Couple

This miniature building perched outside a restaurant is actually a post box, opened via the little red knob at the front.

Samcheong-Dong-Mailbox

During our exploration of Samcheong-dong, Linh and I also saw these bikers driving around with a very loud and smoky contraption as if to fumigate the air. I've still no idea what they were doing - anyone know?

Samcheong-Dong-Bike-Smoker-Red

More photos below and on Samcheong-dong on Flickr.

Samcheong-Dong-Bar

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Traditional Charms of Samcheong-dong

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