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Discovering Hidden Gems: Off the Beaten Path in Seoul, Korea

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If you're a wanderer at heart, always yearning for fresh adventures and hidden spots waiting to be unveiled, then you're in for a treat. How about embarking on a journey off the beaten path in Seoul, a city that embodies a captivating blend of tradition and modernity? Here's an insider's guide to those secret corners and less-traveled roads that make Seoul a treasure trove for explorers. A Melting Pot of Past and Present Seoul, the capital of South Korea, is a city where skyscrapers meet Buddhist temples, where bustling markets coexist with serene parks. But beyond its postcard attractions, there are tucked-away spaces that exude a unique charm. Are you ready to uncover them? The Enigmatic Ihwa Mural Village (이화벽화마을) Our first stop is Ihwa Mural Village, a vibrant neighborhood on the slopes of Naksan Mountain. Once slated for demolition, this area was reborn through the "Art in the City" project, which turned its streets into an open-air art gallery. Isn...