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Seoul » Jongno-gu » Daehangno (University Street) (대학로)

Daehangno (University Street) (대학로)

Daehangno (Universit...




Address

Hyehwa-dong rotary ~ Ihwa-dong rotary, Hyehwa-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul-si 서울 종로구 혜화동 (혜화동 로터리~이화동 로터리)



Type

Cultural Districts



Inquiries

• 1330 tt call center: +82-2-1330 (English, Korean, Japanese, Chinese) • For more info: +82-2-735-8688 (Korean)



Homepage

daehangno.jongno.go.kr (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)

Introduction

Daehangno, known as the street for young people, is the former location of Seoul National University. In the 1980s, many theater groups started moving to Daehangno, and it soon developed into a cultural center. In a short period of time live-cafes, movie theaters, regular cafes and pubs sprung up, and it grew into an entertainment district. Its popularity is still maintained by famous small theaters such as Parangsae (Blue Bird) Theater and Hakjeong Theater, and some 30 additional theaters have concentrated here contributing to keeping Daehangno as the root-center of performance art in Korea. The center of Daehangno, Marronnier Park, has frequent live performances or dance performances by young people. This is the reason Daehangno is called the “Play Mecca” or “Young Street” as well. Another reason Daehangno became so popular with young people is the various interesting sights and food to be found here. Many restaurants, fast food joints, cafes, and bars are concentrated here, making it convenient for people to find something to do after plays and live-performances. Its unique atmosphere and space continues to be beloved by many young people.

Parking Facilities

Limited parking spaces, use of public transportation is recommended.

Directions

Hyehwa Station (Seoul Subway Line 4), Exit 2.