Insa-dong
Insa-dong | |
Korean name | |
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Hangul | 인사동 |
Hanja | |
Revised Romanization | Insadong |
McCune–Reischauer | Insadong |
Insa-dong (Korean: 인사동) is a dong, or neighborhood, in Jongno District, Seoul, South Korea. Its main street is Insadong-gil, which is connected to a number of alleys that lead deeper into the district,[1] with modern galleries and tea shops.[2] Historically, it was the largest market for antiques and artwork in Korea.[3]
Stretching across 12.7 hectares (or 31.4 acres),[4] the district is bordered by Gwanhun-dong to the north, Nagwon-dong to the east, and Jongno 2-ga and Jeokseon-dong to the south, and Gongpyeong-dong to the west.[5]
History
Insadong originally comprised two towns whose names ended in the syllables "In" and "Sa". They were divided by a stream which ran along Insadong's current main street. Insadong began 500 years ago as an area of residence for government officials.
After the end of the Korean War, the area became a center of South Korea's artistic life and cafe culture.[6] It was a popular destination among foreign visitors to South Korea during the 1960s, who called the area "Mary's Alley".[8] It gained in popularity among international tourists during the 1988 Seoul Olympics.[6] In 2000 the area was renovated,[9][10] and, after protest, the rapid modernization of the area was halted for two years beginning that year.[6] In recent years the backstreets of Insadong have continued to be gentrified with cafes, garden restaurants, and traditional pension-style accommodations.[citation needed]
Sights
Insadong-gil is "well known as a traditional street to both locals and foreigners"
The area is well known for sightseeing, with approximately 100,000 visitors on Sundays reported in 2000.
Ssamziegil, a shopping mall that concentrates on specialty stores of handcrafts, is also a prominent destination in Insadong. It opened in 2004.[19]
Other attractions
The area is on the Seoul list of Asia's 10 greatest street food cities for the
Information centers
At Insadong, there are three information centers that offer information or information materials about Insadong and Seoul. They are the Insadong P.R. Center, North Information Center (N-info center), and South Information Center (S-info center). N-info Center and S-info Center are located at the north and south entrances of Insadong's main street. Insa P.R. Center is located on the opposite side of Ssamziegil, a well-known shopping center in Insadong.[19] At the Insa P.R. Center, visitors can have a hanbok (Korean traditional dress) experience.[21]
Transport
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- Anguk Station (Station #328 on Seoul Metro Korean Patriotic OrganizationLine 3, TEL 02-6110-3281 ) ☆Way out #6
In January 2013, the
The tours are designed with different themes, e.g. Korean traditional culture, which goes from
Gallery
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Yoon Young-seok, 'Draw A Stroke', 2007
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Insadong-gil (main street)
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Insadong-gil
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Exterior of 'Anyoung Insadong (안녕 인사동)' shopping complex
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Logo of 'Anyoung Insadong' shopping complex
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Pavilion at 'Anyoung Insadong' shopping complex
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Inside 'Anyoung Insadong' shopping complex
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Exterior of 'Ssamziegil (쌈지길)' shopping complex
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Logo of 'Ssamziegil' shopping complex
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Inside 'Ssamziegil' shopping complex
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Traditional Hanok roofs
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Traditional Korean snacks (Hangwa) being made
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Hand-pressed papers
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Buddhist sculptures in a flea market
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Hanji for sale in a paper store
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Alley with restaurants serving traditional cuisine
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Same alley in 2020
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Alley pointing towards, but not connected to Cheondogyo Central Temple
See also
- Daehangno
- Bukchon Hanok Village
- Jogyesa
- Jongno-gu
References
Notes
- ^ David Armstrong (June 3, 2007), SEOUL lives life on the edge SFGate
- ^ Rachel Sang-hee Han; Frances Cha (17 December 2012). "13 things you've got to do in Seoul". CNN Travel. Retrieved 26 February 2013.
- ^ Moon, So-young (2009-03-10). "Something alluring stays on art street; Glimpse of Business in Seoul 38th in a series: Insadong gallery street". JoongAng Ilbo. Retrieved 2009-07-08.
- ^ ISBN 0-262-54082-7.
- ^ a b "인사동 Insa-dong 仁寺洞" (in Korean). Doosan Encyclopedia. Retrieved 2009-07-08.[permanent dead link]
- ^ a b c d e Krich, John (2000-04-07). "Decision to Stop Building in Insadong Triggers a Battle Over What to Save". The Wall Street Journal. Retrieved 2009-07-08.
- ^ 방 坊 (in Korean). Doosan Encyclopedia. Retrieved 2009-07-08.[permanent dead link]
- ^ Clark, Allen D.; Donald N. Clark (1969). Seoul Past and Present: A Guide to Yi T'aijo's Capital. Seoul: Royal Asiatic Society, Korea Branch; Hollym Corporation. p. 209.
- ^ "Renovated Insa-dong Avenue Beckons Popular Visitors". The Korea Times. 2000-10-17. Retrieved 2009-07-08.
- ^ "Insa-dong Cultural Festival Brightened by Renovations". The Korea Times. 2000-10-14. Retrieved 2009-07-08.
- ^ ISBN 89-88165-56-X.
- ^ Ch'oe (2005:150)
- ^ Kelley, Matt (March 1, 2011). "Cheondogyo Central Temple Seoul". Discovering Korea. Discovering Korea. Retrieved October 4, 2020.
- ^ Ch'oe (2005:154-155)
- ^ Ch'oe (2005:127)
- ^ Ch'oe (2005:126)
- ^ Ch'oe (2005:131)
- ^ Ch'oe (2005:148)
- ^ a b "'ssamzigil' official website". Archived from the original on 2016-10-17. Retrieved 2014-04-13.
- ^ Goldberg, Lina "Asia's 10 greatest street food cities" Archived 2012-03-25 at the Wayback Machine CNN Go. 23 March 2012. Retrieved 2012-04-11
- ^ http://www.hiinsa.com/ Hi-Insa website
- ISBN 1-56691-418-3.
- ^ Kwon, Sang-soo (26 January 2013). "Free guide for Seoul's subway riders". Korea JoongAng Daily. Archived from the original on 12 April 2013. Retrieved 27 January 2013.
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Bibliography
- Giordono, Joe (2005-07-03). "In Seoul, the Insadong experience is not to be missed". Stars and Stripes. Retrieved 2009-07-08. [dead link]
- "Insa-dong Cultural Festival Brightened by Renovations". The Korea Times. 2000-10-14. Retrieved 2009-07-08.
- Kimm, Jong-soung (1996). "The Insadong District in Seoul: An Urban Design Proposal". In Davidson, Cynthia C. (ed.). AnyWise. New York, N.Y.: ISBN 0-262-54082-7.
- Krich, John (2000-04-07). "Decision to Stop Building in Insadong Triggers a Battle Over What to Save". The Wall Street Journal. Retrieved 2009-07-08.
- Moon, So-young (2009-03-10). "Something alluring stays on art street; Glimpse of Business in Seoul 38th in a series: Insadong gallery street". JoongAng Ilbo. Retrieved 2009-07-08.
- "Renovated Insa-dong Avenue Beckons Popular Visitors". The Korea Times. 2000-10-17. Retrieved 2009-07-08.
Further reading
- Ch'oe, Chun-sik; Chŏng-hun Pak; Chun-sŏk Pak (2005). Soul in Seoul : a cultural journey. Tong Asia. ISBN 89-88165-56-X.
- Insa-dong Poets (인사동시인들, 2008). Seoul: Chopan.
- Kim, I-gyeong. (2005). Insa-dong kaneun kil (인사동가는길). Seoul: Paran Chajeongeo.
- Pak, Chung-sik. (2003). Insadong-e osin putta t'ingnattan (인사동에오신붓다틱낫한). Seoul: Myeongsang.
- Pak, In-sik. (2005). Insadong Blues. (인사동블루스 : 박인식실명소설) Seoul: Paum.
- Insadong kago sipeun nal (인사동가고싶은날, 2002). Seoul: Design House.
- Yi, Saeng-jin. (2006). Insa-dong : Yi Saeng-jin sijip (인사동 : 이생진시집). Seoul: Uri Keul.