Baeksasil Valley
백사실계곡
Stream & walk · Jongno-gu
A hidden secret garden in the city. An ecological conservation area home to salamanders, with a clear stream and the ruins of a scholar's villa. Part of the Buam-dong and Baekseokdongcheon route.
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Nearby in Jongno-gu
Kim Daljin Art Archives and Museum
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The museum organizes and preserves source materials on Korean contemporary art, provides art information, and tracks currents in the art world based on accurate records.
Hwajeong Museum
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Yookeum Roof Tile Museum
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Mugyewon
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Seoul Museum of Art Archives
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Other stream & walks in Seoul
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A streamside path along the Dorimcheon, which rises on Gwanaksan and runs through Guro. The spring cherry blossom tunnel is a free attraction.
Cheonggyecheon Stream
FreeJongno-gu · Gwanghwamun Stn. (Line 5)
A restored stream walk cutting through downtown. The sound of running water cools things in summer, but shade is scarce, so bring a hat and water.
Hongjecheon Stream Walk
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A streamside path following an artificial waterfall and water channels. The waterfall is refreshing in summer, and shaded decking and benches run along the way.