Bukchon Hanok Village

Bukchon Hanok Village is a Korean traditional village with a long history located between Gyeongbok Palace, Changdeok Palace and Jongmyo Royal Shrine. The traditional village is composed of lots of alleys, hanok and is preserved to show a 600-year-old urban environment. Now it is used as a traditional culture center and hanok restaurant, allowing visitors to experience the atmosphere of the Joseon Dynasty.

History
Since historical times its region, which consists of the neighborhoods Wonseo-dong, Jae-dong, Gye-dong, Gahoe-dong and Insa-dong, has been called Bukchon which means northern village because it is located in the northern part of Cheonggye Stream and Jongno. Also it is famous as the residential quarter of high-ranking government officials and royal families. Bukchon Hanok Village and its historical, cultural heritage from the Joseon Dynasty to modern times tell visitors the history of this area.