More fun with a fresh new look!
Visit the newly transformed Ssamzigil in Insa-dong!
Traveling is exhilarating because it gives us the chance to experience new cultures. This is the reason why Insa-dong and Ssamzigil, where Korean traditions thrive, are still so popular among tourists. But do you know that you can have an amazing time on your trip to Insa-dong and Ssamzigil because they offer so many other opportunities than just a traditional Korean culture experience? Let's explore every corner and deeply experience the new look of Insa-dong and Ssamzigil!
01. Attractive and Colorful Korean Signboard Tour
When you take a look around as you stand on a corner of Insa-dong Street, you will see charming Korean signboards of numerous brand stores. It is quite refreshing to see the names of foreign businesses and brands listed on Korean signboards. Also, these Korean signboards have been created almost like works of art, making them great for photo opportunities.
02. My Own Customized Korean Stamp Carving
Have you ever strolled down the street in Insa-dong and noticed the yellow "ㅆ"-shaped sculpture on the side of a wall? This is Ssamzigil, a must-see tourism street of traditional Korean handcraft shops and restaurants that are innovatively interconnected from the first to fourth floor. Among those shops, Ssamzigil Korean stamp-maker's shop is garnering a lot of attention, these days. Many international tourists enjoy making customized stamps of their names in Korean. When you visit Insa-dong, don't miss out on the new experience of carving and keeping a stamp of your Korean name!
03. Korean -style Box Lunch and K-Pop Culture
As healthy and tasty as the Korean traditional course meal of Hanjeongsik, the Korean-style box lunch at Miss Lee Café in Insa-dong caught the attention of tourists. White rice and simple sides huddled together in a steel lunch box looks simply delicious. But do you know the other reason why this box lunch is so famous? Miss Lee Café is where two famous Korean celebrities, Jung Yong-hwa of CNBlue and Seohyun of Girls' Generation, went to on a romantic date on a popular Korean TV show, "We Got Married." If you are a fan of Korean TV shows, you must visit Insa-dong's Miss Lee Café!
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04. Non-Verbal Festivals that Transcend Language
As you walk down the street, you will find many pamphlets about non-verbal festivals and exhibitions. As it is a tourism-centric area with many foreigners who visit here, there are a variety of concerts and exhibitions that go beyond the limitations of understanding foreign languages. You will feel overwhelmed with so many choices of non-verbal performances in Insa-dong such as Nanta (a Korean non-verbal percussion performance), 3D Magic Art, The Variety Show and so many more that we can't even begin to try to list them all. During the Special Theme Week of the Korea Grand Sale 2015 festival, 'buy one, get one free' tickets are offered, so don't miss out the special discount!
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05. Travel Beauty, Souvenirs
In Insa-dong, you can find all kinds of traditional Korean souvenirs in one spot. The must-buy souvenirs in Insa-dong are generally traditional Korean craft items, tea-making sets, Korean-style masks, Hanbok (traditional Korean attire) and other fashion items, Kkultarae (Dragon's beard candy), and oriental tea and refreshments. The National Souvenir Center provides all of these for the convenience of tourists and it is a perfect place to end your tour with lasting memories of your trip to Korea. Also, Moony Gongbang, an award-winning souvenir shop, has small and cute music boxes that are popular among shoppers. If you are considering about a gift to bring back to your country, we recommend you going there. Lastly, take a look at Designer LEE GUN MAAN's store. He only utilizes Korean characters in his product design. You will see stylish bags with elegant curves and designs. This shop is also famous for having small bags that are like the size of business card holders!
