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  Introduction
  Cheonggyecheon Stream starts from Cheonggye Plaza, just off Sejong-ro Avenue. Cheonggye Plaza roughly covers an area of 2,500 square meters, and is located at the starting point of Cheonggyecheon Stream. The square, created based on the design of traditional Korean bojagi (a colorful wrapping cloth), features the elegant beauty of traditional stonework that is colorful yet refined. The plaza also includes a model of Cheonggyecheon that provides visitors with a bird's-eye view of the restored Cheonggyecheon Stream. At the plaza, there are plaques that provide detailed commentaries on the 22 bridges that span the stream, as well as a number of graceful fountains that add to the ambience of the area. The area commemorates the Cheonggyecheon Stream Restoration Project, and also symbolizes gathering, harmony, peace, and unity.
  
  After the completion of Cheonggye Plaza, Seoul Metropolitan Government designated the area as a vehicle-free zone on holidays, providing more leisure space for pedestrians. Since then, the waterfront areas of Cheonggyecheon Stream, and the surrounding streets have become popular places for those seeking refreshment and a variety of cultural experiences. A favorite of many is the Candle Fountain, which features the magnificent synchronicity of three different lighting fixtures and a four-meter-high, two-tiered waterfall. Along the two sides of the waterfall are the Palseokdam wishing wells, made of eight different stones from each of the nation's eight provinces.
  
  Closed
  N/A (Open all year round)
  
  Age Limit for Activities
  N/A (Open to visitors of all ages)
  
  Operating Hours
  Open 24 hr
  
  Parking Facilities
  Available (public parking lot)
  
  Admission Fees
  Free
  
  Available Facilities
  Panjajip, Digital Garden/Canvas
  
  
• Forecast
• Tourist Sites

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    Dongdaemun Dak Hanmari Alley (서울 동대문 닭한마리 골목)

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Others
    Dongdaemun Dak Hanmari Alley is located near Dongdaemun Shopping Complex and the many restaurants here have been in operation anywhere from five to thirty years...

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    Heunginjimun Gate - Dongdaemun Gate (흥인지문)

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Palaces/ Fortresses/ Gates
    Heunginjimun Gate was built to protect Hanseongbu, which historically housed important government facilities. Heunginjimun Gate was the gate on the east side of...

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    Doosan Art Center (두산아트센터)

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Auditoriums
    Doosan Art Center, which opened on October 1, 2007, is structured around three different spaces: The Yonkang Hall, exclusively designed for musical performances...

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    Kansong Art Museum (간송미술관)

    Region : Jung-gu Seoul
    Type : Art Museums/ Art Galleries
    Kansong Art Museum was the first private art museum in Korea, opened as Bohwagak in 1938 by Kansong Jeon Hyeong-pil. The name was changed to the current Kansong...

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    Dongdaemun Design Plaza (동대문디자인플라자 (DDP))

    Region : Jung-gu Seoul
    Type : Industrial Tours
    Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP) has a meaning of Dream, Design, and Play. It holds various exhibitions, fashion shows, forums, conferences, and other domestic and...

• Accommodation

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    JW Marriott Dongdaemun Square Seoul (JW 메리어트 동대문 스퀘어 서울)

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Tourist Hotel
    JW Marriott Dongdaemun Square Seoul is located at the fusion of culture, entertainment and commerce in the dynamic Dongdaemun and is JW Marriott’s second hotel ...

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    Ramada Hotel Dongdaemun (라마다호텔 동대문)

    Region : Jung-gu Seoul
    Type : Tourist Hotel
    Ramada Hotel Dongdaemun is a business hotel located in the heart of Seoul. It is located within a short walking distance from Dongdaemun History & Culture Park ...

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    Travelodge Dongdaemun (트레블로지 동대문 호텔)

    Region : Jung-gu Seoul
    Type : Tourist Hotel
    Travelodge Dongdaemun is located in the heart of Seoul, surrounded by popular tourist attrctions. The hotel provides services that suit the needs of both leisur...

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    HOTEL QB [Korea Quality] / 호텔큐비(호텔QB) [한국관광 품질인증]

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Inn/Motel
    Located just a three-minute walk away from the Dongdaemun Subway Station in Seoul, the hotel offers easy access for shopping and culture tour. Airport bus pass...

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    Best Western Premier Hotel Kukdo (베스트웨스턴 프리미어 호텔국도)

    Region : Jung-gu Seoul
    Type : Tourist Hotel
    The Best Western Premier Kukdo (opened on March 1, 2007) was the first Best Western in Korea. Since then, the Best Western chain has expanded to include 15 diff...

• Restaurants

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    Jinokhwa Halmae Wonjo Dakhanmari (Jin Ok-hwa Original Chicken Restaurant) (진옥화할매원조닭한마리)

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Korean Food
    Jinokhwa Halmae Wonjo Dakhanmari first opened its doors in 1978 and has continued to be a much-loved restaurant on Jongno 5-ga for the past 30 years. The restau...

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    Tongdwaeji Duruchigi (통돼지두루치기)

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Korean Food
    This is a Korean cuisine located in Dongdaemun Gate, Seoul. It is also famous for uruchigi (Korean bouillabaisse) made by stir-frying pork and vegetables in goc...

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    Bultaneun Gopchang (불타는곱창)

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Korean Food
    This Korean cuisine is located near Jongno 5(o)ga Station, Seoul. The representative menu is assorted pork intestines/assorted beef intestines. A restaurant spe...

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    Jinhyang Jokbal (진향족발)

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Korean Food
    A pig's trotter(s) specialty restaurant located near Jongno 5(o)ga Station in Seoul. One of the top 5 jokbal (pig's trotter) restaurants in Seoul. This restaura...

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    The Lounge (JW Marriott Dongdaemun Square Seoul)
    (더라운지(JW 메리어트 동대문스퀘어서울))

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Western Food
    This Western cuisine is located near Dongdaemun Station, Seoul. Different menus are provided each season. The representative menu is dessert.

• Shopping

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    Pyounghwa (Pyeonghwa) Fashion Town (서울 평화시장)

    Region : Jung-gu Seoul
    Type : Traditional Markets
    The Pyounghwa Fashion Town market in Dongdaemun has been selling fashion clothing and accessories for over 50 years ever since the end of the Korean War. It was...

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    Dongdaemun Shopping Complex (Hanbok Shops) (동대문종합시장 한복상가)

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Shops/Malls
    As one of the largest markets in Asia, Dongdaemun Shopping Complex boasts huge hanbok shops. Most of the major hanbok and fabric distributors are located here. ...

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    Dongdaemun Shopping Complex·Dongdaemun Shopping Town (동대문 종합시장·동대문 쇼핑타운)

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Shops/Malls
    Dongdaemun Shopping Complex is one of Korea’s most well-known markets. It was founded in December 1970 as the largest of its kind in Asia and has maintained tha...

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    Dongdaemun Shopping Complex - Accessory Shops (동대문종합시장 악세사리상가)

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Shops/Malls
    As one of the largest markets in Asia, Dongdaemun Shopping Complex boasts huge accessory shops. Most of the handmade accessories in Korea are distributed here. ...

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    Doota (두산타워)

    Region : Jung-gu Seoul
    Type : Shops/Malls
    Doota is a fashion mall full of trendy fashion items including designer shops, select shops, luxury brand stores, cafes, and restaurants. Doota is a one-stop sh...

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