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Docking Seoul: An Abandoned Spiral Ramp Now A Public Art Space
As people rush around Seoul Station, jumping onto train, bus, or subway to get to and fro, I often wonder if they just see the area as a thoroughfare and not the artistic adventure that it can be. From Seoullo 7017 to Culture Station Seoul 284, there is a lot to see around Seoul Station and now there’s another cool spot to check out called Docking Seoul (도킹서울). The Seoul Metropolitan Government created the “Seoul is a Museum” initiative and are creating arts and culture spaces open to the public all over. A prime example of this endeavor is the transformation of an abandoned spiral ramp into a public art…
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A List Of Art Museums In Seoul That Will Inspire You
One thing I love about living in Seoul, Korea is how many opportunities there are to appreciate art. There are a ton of art museums in Seoul and even more art galleries in Seoul. Though I couldn’t possibly name them all, here is a list of some of the best art museums in Seoul that you need to check out while you’re here. There is everything from modern art to traditional crafts and museums that also cater to kids. Just take your pick. If you’re looking for inspiration, something different to do in Seoul, visit the captivating art museums and galleries that dot the city and cater to a diverse…
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Pil-dong: The Arts & Culture District Near Myeongdong
If you travel like I do, then you’re constantly staring out bus or car windows until something catches your eye and then you quickly tag it on the map to come back to later. That’s how I found the Pil-dong Arts and Culture Street. Located just outside of the Namsangol Hanok Village in Jung-gu up the road from the popular Myeongdong shopping district in Seoul, Pil-dong is a hidden gem of colorful facades and artistic installations in backstreets where you’d never expect to find them. I love that Seoul has so many of these arts and culture areas. Some of them are much more popular like the Ihwa Mural Village…
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The Peace Culture Bunker: Once Military, Now Communal
It’s not uncommon to travel around Seoul, or Korea for that matter, and find military bases and bunkers. Usually they’re surrounded by barbed wire and fences because civilians, like myself, cannot enter. They’re starting to get converted into community spaces though as they become unnecessary. The Peace Culture Bunker (평화문화진지), once a tank bunker is one of those places and it’s now a very cool community space. More and more these bunkers and bases are being given back to the community at large and they are being given back in some awesome ways. Don’t miss the new spaces to find around the city. Is Korea still at war? Technically yes,…
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The Anyang Art Park: Fun, Forests and It’s Free!
The Anyang Art Park (안양예술공원) just outside of Seoul, Korea is one of those places that makes its rounds in the blogosphere almost every year. It’s always fun and always provides cool photos for whoever wants to head south from Seoul just in to Gyeonggi-do. Because of that, I was sort of laughing at myself for taking so long to enjoy the place that is so enjoyable. Make sure to check out the awesome art installations and there ARE a couple maps I’ve been able to find in this post as well. Good luck adventuring to Anyang! Skip around and get all of the info you need to plan your…