Ihwa-dong
in Seoul, South Korea

How to get there and get around
Noteable things around
Location Summary
Decimal Coordinates (Latitude, Longitude):
37.580 and 127.003 (Lat./Lng.)
Coordinates by Time:
N 37° 34' 48" and E 127° 0' 9"
Currency and Currency Code:
Won - KRW
Spoken languages:
Korean, English
Local electricity:
230 V - 50 Hz (plugs: G)
Mobile phone / cellular frequencies (MHz):
900 MHz, 1800 MHz, 3G, 4G
Local Time: 09:43 PM (Thursday)
Timezone: Asia/Seoul
UTC/GMT offset: 9 hours
Sunrise and Sunset:
7:18 am and 5:17 pm
Antipode Coordinates:
-34.663 and -54.165 (Lat./Lng.)
Closest place to antipode coordinates:
La Paloma
References
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Discover Ihwa-dong

Ihwa-dong in Seoul is a place in South Korea a little north-east of Seoul, the country's capital city.

Current time in Ihwa-dong is now 09:43 PM (Thursday). The local timezone is named Asia / Seoul with an UTC offset of 9 hours. We know of 8 airports near Ihwa-dong, of which 3 are larger airports. The closest airport in South Korea is Gimpo International Airport in a distance of 12 mi (or 19 km), West. Besides the airports, there are other travel options available (check left side).

There are several Unesco world heritage sites nearby. The closest heritage site in South Korea is Jongmyo Shrine in a distance of 2 mi (or 4 km), South-West. We encountered 4 points of interest in the vicinity of this place. If you need a hotel, we compiled a list of available hotels close to the map centre further down the page.

While being here, you might want to pay a visit to some of the following locations: Seoul, Jangheung, Onam, Jinjeop and Gwangjeok. To further explore this place, just scroll down and browse the available info.

Local weather forecast

Todays Local Weather Conditions & Forecast: 13°C / 55 °F

Morning Temperature 8°C / 46 °F
Evening Temperature 12°C / 53 °F
Night Temperature 10°C / 50 °F
Chance of rainfall 0%
Air Humidity 55%
Air Pressure 1020 hPa
Wind Speed Gentle Breeze with 8 km/h (5 mph) from East
Cloud Conditions Broken clouds, covering 71% of sky
General Conditions Light rain

Friday, 22nd of November 2024

8°C (46 °F)
7°C (44 °F)
Sky is clear, gentle breeze, clear sky.

Saturday, 23rd of November 2024

9°C (47 °F)
8°C (47 °F)
Broken clouds, calm.

Sunday, 24th of November 2024

9°C (49 °F)
9°C (49 °F)
Sky is clear, calm, clear sky.

Hotels and Places to Stay

JW Marriott Dongdaemun Square Seoul

Address
0,6 mi
279, Cheonggyecheon-ro, Jongno-gu
03198 Jongno-gu
South Korea

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


ORAKAI INSADONG SUITES

Address
1,0 mi
18 INSADONG 4 GIL JONGNOGU
03163 Seoul
South Korea

Time Information

Checkout: - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Pacific Hotel MyungDong

Address
1,1 mi
2 Toegyero20-Gil
04631 Jung-gu
South Korea

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 14:00
Reception
Weekday: 0:00 - 24:00
Weekend: 0:00 - 24:00


MayPlace Hotel Dongdamun

Address
0,3 mi
179, Yulgok-ro
03081 Seoul
South Korea

Time Information

Checkout: 00:00 - Checkin: 14:00
Reception
Weekday: 0:00 - 24:00
Weekend: 0:00 - 24:00


BEST WESTERN PREMIER HTL KUKDO

Address
1,0 mi
310 ULJIRO 4 GA JUNG GU
100 849 Seoul
South Korea

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 14:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


HOTEL PJ MYEONGDONG 호텔 피제이 명동

Address
1,1 mi
71, Mareunnae-ro
04548 Seoul
South Korea

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 14:00
Reception
Weekday: 0:00 - 24:00
Weekend: 0:00 - 24:00


Benikea Premier Hotel Dongdaemun 베니키아 프리미어 호텔 동대문

Address
1,0 mi
55 Nangye-ro 29-gil, Jongno-gu
03115 Seoul
South Korea

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 14:00
Reception
Weekday: 0:00 - 24:00
Weekend: 0:00 - 24:00


Lotte Hotel L7 Myeongdong

Address
1,1 mi
137 Toegye-ro
04537 Jung-gu
South Korea

Time Information

Checkout: 23:59 - Checkin: 14:00
Reception
Weekday: 0:00 - 24:00
Weekend: 0:00 - 24:00


KY Heritage Hotel Dongdaemun

Address
1,1 mi
226, Jangchungdan-ro
04565 Seoul
South Korea

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 14:00
Reception
Weekday: 0:00 - 24:00
Weekend: 0:00 - 24:00


Seoul Loft Apartments

Address
0,4 mi
158, Changgyeonggung-ro
03081 Seoul
South Korea

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 16:00
Reception
Weekday: 8:00 - 22:00 (lunchbreak: 18:00 - 13:00)
Weekend: 8:00 - 22:00 (lunchbreak: 18:00 - 13:00)


Videos from this area

These are videos related to the place based on their proximity to this place.

DAEHAKRO, JONGNO, SEOUL

Published: September 27, 2009
Length: 10:45 min
Rating: 4 of 5
Author: theAkoustik

Daehakro is one of major tourist attractions in Seoul, South Korea. This video was taken by Olympus E-P1.


Korea Pt 68: Fun at Cheonggyecheon Stream

Published: September 13, 2009
Length: 18:01 min
Rating: 4 of 5
Author: deck2233

Cheonggyecheon is a nearly 6 km long, modern public recreation space in downtown Seoul, South Korea. The massive urban renewal project is on the site of a stream that flowed before the rapid...


CS : Cheonggyecheon promenade

Published: October 28, 2007
Length: 13:11 min
Rating: 4 of 5
Author: BataviaMonaco

Before being a stroll in town at the edge of a stream, there was here an urban motorway on several levels. Today the people of Seoul takes care of this quiet area in the middle of the megalopolis.....


梨花洞 壁畫村 | 이화벽화마을 | Ihwa-dong Mural Village

Published: December 05, 2014
Length: 13:46 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: FotoWalker+

走進首爾http://walkinseoul.blogspot.com/ MyPlace.走進首爾Walk in Seoul http://goo.gl/Rj0oGC.


Dongdaemun Crafting HQ in Seoul! - Travel - Expertly Dyed

Published: August 28, 2012
Length: 56:23 min
Rating: 4 of 5
Author: ExpertlyDyed

Dongdaemun - Seoul Shopping Center - This is Expertly Dyed's first attempt at going to one of the biggest craft shopping centers in Seoul, Korea, Dongdaemun. It was kind of a bust, but I'll...


Quick Trip to Dongdaemun!

Published: February 24, 2011
Length: 38:45 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: ArkhamNmate

A little video from me going by train into Seoul, and visiting a small portion of Seoul's Dongdaemun Market. This is just part of the basement and the first floor. there are 6 floors in total!!!


ソウル チゲ鍋 韓国旅行 ミョンドン 南大門 MYEONG-DONG 旅行 K-POP 格安旅行 キムチ チゲ鍋 韓国風俗 エステ マッサージ korean food soeul travel

Published: February 13, 2015
Length: 40:56 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: MultiKumasan

チゲ鍋を食べました。『韓国の鍋は、毎回熱々で出てくるのが 嬉しいですね!チゲ鍋最高☆ヽ(最´∀`高)ノ☆』こちらの鍋は、これは”きゅう...


梨花壁畫村 斜路入口

Published: December 04, 2014
Length: 42:16 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: Walker Eric

走進首爾往梨花洞壁畫村(Ihwa-dong Mural Village)途中- http://walkinseoul.blogspot.com/2014/12/ihwa-dong-mural-village.html MyPlace 走進首爾Walk in Seoul - https://mapsengine.goo...


2009 10 12 Dongdaemun Toy Market (S. Korea)

Published: October 24, 2009
Length: 49:22 min
Rating: 4 of 5
Author: NullisSum

Ah, the hunt for Halloween costumes...in a foreign country. I was about to resign myself to something from the PX (or online) when my wife told me about some mysterious and possibly mythical...


Dongdaemun Design Plaza History & Culture Park in Seoul

Published: January 04, 2015
Length: 38:22 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: Christel Sands

The Dongdaemun History & Culture Park, located within the Dongdaemun shopping district is an attraction of contrasts between history and the future.


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Attractions and noteworthy things

Distances are based on the centre of the city/town and sightseeing location. This list contains brief abstracts about monuments, holiday activities, national parcs, museums, organisations and more from the area as well as interesting facts about the region itself. Where available, you'll find the corresponding homepage. Otherwise the related wikipedia article.

Korea under Japanese rule

Korea under Imperial Japanese rule refers to the culmination of a process begun in 1876 whereby a complex coalition of Meiji Government officials, Business officials and Military officials sought to subjugate Korea both politically and economically as a "protectorate" after the fashion of International Law at the time.

Located at 37.5833, 127 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
1946 disestablishments, Anti-Japanese sentiment in Korea, Former countries in East Asia, Japan–Korea relations, Korea under Japanese rule, States and territories established in 1910

Changgyeonggung

Changgyeong Palace is a palace located in Seoul, South Korea. Originally the Summer Palace of the Goryeo Emperor, it later became one of the Five Grand Palaces of the Joseon Dynasty. The palace was originally built as "Suganggung" by King Sejong for his father, Taejong, but in 1483 renovated and enlarged by King Seongjong at which time it received its current name. During the Japanese colonial period, the Japanese built a zoo, botanical garden, and museum on the site.

Located at 37.5784, 126.996 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Jongno District, Palaces in South Korea, Royal residences in South Korea, Buildings and structures in Seoul, Visitor attractions in Seoul

First Republic of South Korea

The First Republic of South Korea was South Korea's first independent government, ruling the country from 1948 to 1960. It succeeded USAMGIK, the United States military government, which ruled the area from 1945 to 1948. The First Republic was established on August 15, 1948, with Syngman Rhee as the first president. Like subsequent governments, it claimed sovereignty over the entire Korean peninsula, although it only had power over the area south of the 38th parallel.

Located at 37.5833, 127 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
First Republic of South Korea, History of South Korea, 20th century in South Korea

Second Republic of South Korea

The Second Republic of South Korea was the government of South Korea for eight months in 1960 and 1961. It succeeded the First Republic, but was followed by a military government under the Supreme Council for National Reconstruction.

Located at 37.5833, 127 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
History of South Korea, 20th century in South Korea

Third Republic of South Korea

The Third Republic of South Korea was the government of South Korea from 1963 to 1972. It was presented as a return to civilian rule after a period of rule by the military junta known as the Supreme Council for National Reconstruction which had overthrown the Second Republic of South Korea in 1961. However, throughout this period the presidency was held by Park Chung-hee, who had also been an influential member of the junta.

Located at 37.5833, 127 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
History of South Korea, 20th century in South Korea

Hyehwa Station

Hyehwa Station is a station on the Seoul Subway Line 4. It is located in the center of the area commonly known as Daehangno, and much of the ridership of this station comes from the nightlife scene. The Seoul National University Hospital and School of Medicine is located to the southwest.

Located at 37.5823, 127.002 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Railway stations in South Korea, Seoul subway stations, Railway stations opened in 1985

Jongno 5-ga Station

Jongno 5(o)-ga Station is a station on the Seoul Subway Line 1. It is located underneath Jongno, a major street in downtown Seoul.

Located at 37.5708, 127.002 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Seoul subway stations, Railway stations in South Korea, Jongno District, Railway stations opened in 1974

Cheonggyecheon

Cheonggyecheon is an 8.4 km (5.2 miles) long, modern public recreation space in downtown Seoul, South Korea. The massive urban renewal project is on the site of a stream that flowed before the rapid post-war economic development required it to be covered by transportation infrastructure. The $900 million project initially attracted much public criticism but, after opening in 2005, has become popular among city residents and tourists.

Located at 37.57, 127.006 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article, Homepage
Rivers of South Korea, Geography of Seoul, Visitor attractions in Seoul, Demolished highways, Jung District, Seoul, Jongno District, Urban public parks, Redeveloped ports and waterfronts, Linear parks

Jongmyo

Jongmyo is a Confucian shrine dedicated to the memorial services for the deceased kings and queens of the Korean Joseon Dynasty. According to UNESCO, the shrine is the oldest royal Confucian shrine preserved and the ritual ceremonies continue a tradition established since the 14th century. Such shrines existed during the Three Kingdoms of Korea period but only the shrines for the rulers of Joseon remain. The Jongmyo Shrine was added to the UNESCO World Heritage list in 1995.

Located at 37.5747, 126.994 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article, Homepage
Jongno District, World Heritage Sites in South Korea, National Treasures of South Korea, 1394 establishments, Masterpieces of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity, Visitor attractions in Seoul, Important Intangible Cultural Properties of South Korea, Korean Confucianism, 1390s architecture, Buildings and structures in Seoul

Hansung University Station

Hansung University Station is a station on the Seoul Subway Line 4. It is also called Samseongyo Station. The university with the same name is about a half-mile away from this station. The Holy Spirit Campus of the Catholic University of Korea is located closer, to the southwest.

Located at 37.5884, 127.006 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Railway stations in South Korea, Seoul subway stations, Railway stations opened in 1985

Bangsan-dong

Bangsan-dong is a legal dong, or neighbourhood of the Jung-gu district in Seoul, South Korea and governed by its administrative dong, Euljiro 3, 4, 5ga-dong

Located at 37.57, 127 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article, Homepage
Neighbourhoods of Jung-gu, Seoul

Hyehwamun

Hyehwamun (Hangul 혜화문, Hanja 惠化門; also known as Northeast Gate) is one of the Eight Gates of Seoul in the Fortress Wall of Seoul, South Korea, which surrounded the city in the Joseon Dynasty. The gate is also known as Dongsomun (동소문, “East Small Gate”).

Located at 37.5879, 127.004 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Gates in Korea, Gates in South Korea, Buildings and structures in Seoul, Visitor attractions in Seoul, History of Seoul

capture of the webcam Myeong-dong: Myeongdong Cathedral

Myeong-dong: Myeongdong Cathedral, Myeong-dong (source)

capture of the webcam Seoul: Namsan Seoul Tower

Seoul: Namsan Seoul Tower, Seoul (source)

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This place is known by different names. Here the ones we know:
이화동, Ihwa-dong