Seoul, South Korea -- Started the Sunday morning near Hongdae. Nothing beats a strong
americano in an energetic city like Seoul. We were in for a treat when we found
oursleves on the middle of the Cheonggyecheon stream.
Until it was restored
in 2005, Cheonggyecheon Stream existed only as a neglected waterway hidden by
an overpass. Today, it has been transformed into a haven of natural beauty
amidst the bustle of city life.
Narae Bridge, representing a butterfly in flight, and
Gwanggyo Bridge, symbolizing the harmony of the past and future, are just two
of the more than twenty beautiful bridges that cross the stream. The Rhythmic
Wall Stream, lined with fine marble and sculptures, and Palseokdam adorn
Cheonggyecheon Stream.
Cheonggyecheon Stream passes close to Deoksugung Palace,
Seoul Plaza, the Sejong Center, Insa-dong Street, Changdeokgung Palace, and
Changgyeonggung Palace, allowing visitors to easily visit major tourist sites
after a leisure stroll along the stream. (Source: Official Korea Tourism
Organization)
A bunch of students approached us and told us about a UNESCO
World Heritage Site. They're UNESCO Youth Ambassadors as well! Fortunately,
were an officer in a UNESCO Club in the Philippines (LPU UNESCO) and exchange
contacts with them. Talk about earning new friends!
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