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| Selfie to capture the travel attire for the day. |
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| Sidewalks in Seoul are pedestrian-friendly. They are generously wide and paved with non-slip granite tiles. The tiles shown in the image are a type of tactile paving, also known as truncated domes, detectable warnings, or blister tactile paving. These surfaces are designed to assist pedestrians who are visually impaired by providing a distinctive texture that can be felt underfoot or with a cane. |
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| Waiting for the bus at Sinseoldong bus stop. |
🌿 Children’s Dream Garden (어린이꿈정원) in Seongdong-gu, Seoul – This is a green garden and ecological space along the Jungnangcheon Stream area, built to let children experience nature, gardening, and outdoor learning. It focuses more on plants, ecology, and sensory experiences rather than play equipment.
Yongbi Bridge (용비교)
📍 Location & Setting
Yongbi Bridge is located in the Seongdong‑gu district of Seoul. It spans part of the confluence of the Jungnangcheon stream (중랑천) as it meets the Han River.
🌿 Significance & Impact
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The bridge serves as a physical and symbolic link between the urban riverside environment and natural waterways (Jungnangcheon → Han River). It’s become a spot where walkers and cyclists pause, enjoy views, and engage with riverside nature.
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The rest area below the bridge (용비쉼터) enhances the community value: the district deliberately created facilities (seating, refreshments, toilets) under the bridge area to support leisure use of the riverside corridor.
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Ecological interest: In January 2024, it was reported that a flock of about 200 mandarin ducks (a protected/wildlife species) appeared near the Yongbi Bridge rest area — evidence of improved environmental quality and wildlife presence in the urban waterway.
📊 History & Current Role
According to one local write-up, the bridge has a name that derives from a legend: the area under the bridge is said to have been where a “dragon ascending” (용비) once leaped, giving the bridge its name.
It underwent reconstruction: one source notes that a bridge of length ~495 m and width ~21.65 m was rebuilt and opened in July 2003, after earlier being a toll road, etc.
The bridge is also part of the riverside trail system and bike paths along Jungnangcheon and the Han River. The area under/around the bridge is used as a rest area (“용비쉼터”) by the local district for walkers, cyclists, and nature observers.
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| The majestic Han River |
✅ Why It’s Worth Noting
It’s more than just a bridge for cars or traffic: it functions as urban infrastructure + community amenity + nature link.
For someone visiting the Seongdong riverside, the Yongbi Bridge area offers a quieter, less-touristy riverside experience compared to the big Han River parks — ideal for a relaxing walk or bike ride.
Photographers and nature-lovers alike will appreciate the view at dusk or dawn, and the merging of water flows (Jungnangcheon into the Han) at the bridge location provides a special visual.
Seoul Forest Park (서울숲)
is one of the largest green spaces in Seoul — often called the city’s version of “Central Park.” 🌳
Located in Seongdong-gu, it opened to the public in June 2005, transforming what was once a horse racetrack, golf course, and water treatment site into a vast ecological and cultural park. Covering about 1.16 million square meters, it combines nature, art, and community recreation right beside the Han River.
🌿 What You’ll Find
Seoul Forest is divided into themed zones:
Ecological Forest – home to deer, squirrels, and bird-watching trails.
Culture & Art Park – features sculptures, open lawns, and event spaces.
Nature Learning Field – for children’s education and outdoor programs.
Wetlands Ecological Field – a restored habitat for aquatic plants and wildlife.
Han River Waterfront – scenic cycling and picnic areas connecting to the riverside paths.
🌼 Community Impact
Seoul Forest has become a beloved breathing space in the middle of the city — a place where locals jog, picnic, or simply unwind in nature. It’s also a hub for eco-education, weekend markets, and art exhibitions, blending sustainability with everyday urban life.
It refers to a popular Korean dish made from thick, fatty slices of pork belly (similar to uncured bacon). When cut crosswise, the name comes from the visible three layers in the meat — usually meat, fat, and skin.
In Korean cuisine, samgyeopsal is typically grilled at the table, then eaten wrapped in lettuce or perilla leaves with ssamjang (a savory dipping sauce), garlic, and other side dishes.
Roaming around Myeongdong
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