[Japanese Guide] Photogenic Sightseeing Tour: Stroll in a Hanbok! Gyeongbokgung Palace + Changing of the Guard Ceremony + Bukchon + Seongsu-dong + N Seoul Tower Palgakjeong Pavilion <Morning - 1 Day>

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- Course Information -

• Vehicle type used: Varies depending on the number of participants.

• Tour type: Group tour

- Course Introduction -

• Gyeongbokgung Palace (Hanbok experience)
  

Gyeongbokgung Palace is one of Seoul's five major palaces and boasts a 600-year history as the principal palace of the Joseon Dynasty (1392-1910). This palace was built in 1395 by King Taejo Yi Seong-gye (reigned 1392-1398), the founder of the Joseon Dynasty, as the palace of the new dynasty when he moved the capital from Goryeo. Located north of Seoul, it is also known as "Bukgwol" (Northern Palace).

• Changing of the guard ceremony

This is a changing of the guard ceremony that took place during the Joseon Dynasty, responsible for opening and closing the palace gates and guarding the royal palace. The changing of the guard ceremony held at Gyeongbokgung Palace features many soldiers of different ranks, and you can witness a powerful ceremony where commands and musical instruments ring out, and in time with the waving of colorful flags, the soldiers change their positions and movements.

• Gwangjang Market (Half-day plan: Disbandment / Full-day plan: Lunch (free choice))

In the past, Korean markets were generally temporary, operating on a daily, every-other-day, or 3, 5, or 7-day basis. However, Gwangjang Market was the first publicly established market in the country, created in 1905 with government permission, and it grew into a large market handling all kinds of goods. In the center, there are rows of food stalls offering a variety of dishes, including bibimbap with plenty of vegetables, bindae-tteok (mung bean pancakes) made with mung beans ground and grilled on the spot, sundae (blood sausage) with generous fillings, kalguksu (noodle soup), gimbap (seaweed rolls), jeon (Korean pancakes), dumplings, sashimi, and yukhoe (beef tartare).

• Seongsu-dong

Seongsu-dong is a district located on the west side of Seoul. Until the 1970s, it was a vibrant heavy industrial area that supported South Korea's economic growth. However, it subsequently declined, and until a few years ago, it was a desolate area lined with vacant houses and dilapidated buildings. But since then, thanks to the efforts of local residents, the local government, and young entrepreneurs, cafes, fashion stores, and restaurants have been created one after another by renovating old, charming houses, and it has gradually regained its vibrancy as a hot spot in Seoul.

• N Seoul Tower Palgakjeong Pavilion

Located in the heart of Seoul and a symbol of Namsan Mountain, the octagonal pavilion is a representative landmark of the city. Its panoramic city views harmonize with the beauty of traditional Korean architecture, making it a popular resting place for tourists throughout the year. Due to its beautiful scenery, it's also famous as a filming location for many popular Korean dramas, such as "My Love from the Star" and "True Beauty." It's the perfect spot to take memorable photos and feel like you're the star of a drama.