Han River History TourPhoto: Korea Tourism Organization

Han River History Tour

Hangang Park and nearby cultural heritage Β· 330, Yeouidong-ro, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul (Yeouido-dong)

OngoingApr 20 – Nov 15, 202602-6953-9239

About this event

The 'Han River History Tour' program allows citizens and tourists to experience and appreciate the Han River banks by providing engaging commentary and education that allows them to appreciate and share the river's scenery and historical and cultural resources. Furthermore, it aims to revitalize the enjoyment of Han River history and culture in daily life by developing diverse content, such as hands-on activities, that enable citizens to actively participate and experience these resources firsthand. Visitors stroll along designated courses through the Han River basin and nearby cultural heritage sites while listening to commentary from Han River guides. The Han River History Tour operates with a total of 16 courses, allowing visitors to explore the history of the Han River related to their chosen route as they walk along it.

Event Program

Course 1 (Gwangnaru-gil): Themed around the beginning of the Gyeonggang River and war; the main route is Pungnaptoseong Fortress - Statue of Lady Domi - Gwangjingyo 8th Avenue - Gwangnaru Ferry Monument Course 2 (Songpanaru-gil): Themed around the formation and development of the city; the main route is Samjeondo Monument - Seokchon Lake - Songpanaru Monument - Seokchon-dong Ancient Tombs Course 3 (Ttukseomnaru-gil): Themed around the founding of the Joseon Dynasty and timber gathering; the main route is Jeongwanwon - Majodan - Salgotji Bridge - Jungnangcheon Stream - Gongssi Bookstore Course 4 (Nodeulnaru-gil): Themed around the Confucian ideals of loyalty and filial piety; the main route is Hyosajeong Pavilion - Memorial Monument for the Student Volunteer Army - Hangang Bridge - Jugyosa Monument - Yongyangbongjeojeong Pavilion - Sayuksin Park Course 5 (Dongjakjin-gil): Themed around the history of the auspicious site Dongjakjin; the main route is Dongjaknaru Monument - National Cemetery (Main Gate - Memorial Tower - Graves of Patriots) Course 6 (Yeouinaru-gil): Course 7 (Seogang Narugil): Themed around the Miracle on the Han River, the main route is National Assembly Building – Yeouido Park (Culture Plaza – Forest of Tradition) – Yeouido Hangang Park Water Light Plaza Course 7 (Seogang Narugil): Themed around the transportation of tax grain and fish, the main route is Gwangheungchang – Shrine of King Gongmin – Bamseom Bugundang – Seogangnaru Monument – Bamseom Park Course 8 (Yanghwa Narugil): Themed around the influx of foreign culture, the main route is Foreign Missionary Cemetery – Yanghwajin Site – Jeoldusan Martyrs' Shrine – Yanghwa Naru Monument Course 9 (Seonyudo-gil): Themed around the development of the Han River and the environment, the main route is Seonyudo Origin Monument – Seonyudo Park – Northwest Observation Deck Course 10 (Gongam Narugil): Themed around Han River folklore and Heo Jun, the main route is Heo Jun Theme Street – Gongam Narugil – Heogabawi – Gwangjubawi – Heo Jun Museum(*) Course 11 (Gyeomjae Jeongseon-gil): Themed around Gyeomjae's paintings of the Han River, the main route is Route: Yangcheon Hyanggyo – Soakru – Gyeomjae Jeongseon Art Museum(*) Course 12 (Nanji Flower Island Path): Themed around the past and present of Nanji Island; the main route is World Cup Stadium – Bulgwangcheon – Peace Park – Nanji Hangang Park – Culture Storage Base Course 13 (Hangang Centennial Bridge Path): Themed around the Gyeongui Line railway and the modern history of the Hangang River; the main route is Yongsan History Museum – Hangang-daero and Hangang Bridge – Hangang Railway Bridge – Saenamteo Catholic Church – Railway Residences Course 14 (Dongho Naru Path) *Formerly Gosanja Path: Themed around Dongho Naru, a scenic spot on the Hangang River; the main route is Jungnangcheon – Eungbongsan – Musoemak Site Monument – Ichon Hangang Park Course 15 (Mapo Naru Path): Themed around the various aspects of the Hangang River shaped by Mapo; the main route is Boksakkot Children's Park – Damdamjeong Site – Mapo Terminal Origin Monument – Mapo Naru Sculpture – Tojeong Yi Jiham House Site – Jeong Gu-jung Houses Course 16 (Seobinggo-gil): Themed around the storage and distribution of ice during the Joseon Dynasty, the main route includes the Seobinggo Monument, Seobinggo Bugundang Shrine, Hangang Art Park, Hangang Mansion, and Geobukseon Ferry Terminal. - The course operates when at least 5 people register per session (maximum capacity: 5–15 people per session). - However, the Yanghwa Narugil course, which visits the burial grounds, allows participation of a minimum of 5 people and a maximum of 7. - Admission to and internal commentary for facilities marked with an asterisk (*) that require admission fees, such as museums, is not supported.

Hours

- 1회차 10:00~12:00- 2회차 14:00~16:00

Admission

Free

Organizer

Seoul Metropolitan Government Future Han River Headquarters Β· Seoul Metropolitan Government Future Han River Headquarters

Phone

02-6953-9239

Location

Restaurants nearby worth visiting

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