The most amazing ice cream flavors can be found in this little ice cream shop in Ichon - GUSTTIMO. Traditional Korean kind of flavors - the ones you couldn’t even imagine!

Jong Ie Nara Paper Art Museum educates the public on the history and development of paper in Korea through fun activities programs and museum displays. The museum exhibits a range of paper-related items such as paper craft artifacts, artworks, and molded paper artworks. Visitors can take advantage of the museum’s activities programs and learn how to make paper crafts, color paper crafts, paint hanji (traditional Korean paper), and craft paper dolls.

How to get here: Dongguk Univ. Station (subway line 3) exit 3

Got craftsy with a Korean artist @hongsill_1004 at her studio/showroom in Itaewon
When was the last time you made smth with your hands? ❓
Made a key charm and a wall hanging using Hanji Korean traditional ricepaper
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Hanji is a eco-friendly versatile material that I’m falling in love with more and more! Did you know that it’s washable? How awesome is that? Also, it may seem fragile, but it actually highly durable!

She also knits warm hats and mufflers that are available for sale!
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Cats in Korea are everywhere! You can often see people living food out for stray cats in the parks or alleyways.

Also, cat cafes! Here is a list of lovely cat cafes in Hongdae

Now that the weather is getting colder and colder,you might want to enjoy more indoor activities. If you are feeling craftsy, I would recommend you try the Hanji Craft program provided by the Seoul Global Cultural Center Once a week you can make your own hang item for free! Get your hands dirty (in rice glue) a nd make a perfect souvenir to take home or gift your loved ones!

This gorgeous dragon lantern can be found at Cheongyecheon stream as part of 2019 Seoul Lantern Festival exhibit.

Dragons are legendary creatures in Korean mythology and folklore. Usually seen as deities of the river or the sea, overseeing peace in the house, good health and longevity in the family, the harvest, catch and safe sailing. The lantern depicts a dragon holding a wish-fulfilling orb in its mouth–called yeouiju(여의주).

How to get here: the stream is within a walking distance from just about any subway line, but I’d recommend City Hall :)

Seoul Lantern Festival celebrates it’s 11th Anniversary this year with the theme “Your Seoul, Dreams with Lights.” Come down to the Cheonggyecheon stream and get lost in the fairy tale world of lights and traditional folk tale characters!

This is a boat I made carrying my wish :) Will it come true? You can make yours in the event area under the bridge, very easy to find if you just follow the path!

How to get here: the stream is within a walking distance from just about any subway line, but I’d recommend City Hall :)

An Autumn Day by Lee Si-young

A dragonfly sat on the end of a persimmon branch
and dozed off all day.
Even with wind, it did not shake;
even with a cold rain smacking the branch,
it did not move over.
When I quietly approached it,
I was startled to see,
right there, it had arrived in Nirvana.

가을날/ 이시영

잠자리 한 마리가 감나무 가지 끝에 앉아
종일을 졸고 있다
바람이 불어도 흔들리지 않고
차가운 소나기가 가지를 후려쳐도
옮겨앉지 않는다
가만히 다가가보니
거기 그대로 그만 아슬히 입적하시었다

To me, autumn in Seoul is glorious, golden and smells of cinnamon and chestnuts.

One of my favorite places in Hongdae - Gyeongui Line Book Street and Gyeongui Line Forest Park. I love the idea of repurposing industrial areas and non-public spaces as parks and galleries and this park absolutely follows that idea! It’s a great place to visit for all book lovers but not only! Come check out all the small cafes and restaurants around the area! And enjoy a stroll!

Yet another fun activity to enjoy in this cold weather - NANTA drum class!

The experience is as straightforward as it sounds - immerse yourself in the music and drum all your worries away! No previous experience needed!

Detailshere

KIMJANG, the making and sharing of kimchi, have has been recognized by UNESCO as an intangible cultural heritage items along with, of course, kimchi itself. “Kimjang allows Koreans to practise the spirit of sharing among neighbours, while promoting solidarity and providing them a sense of identity and belonging; Inscription of Kimjang could contribute to the visibility of intangible cultural heritage by enhancing dialogue among different communities nationally and internationally that practise foodways that similarly make creative use of natural resources,” said the UNESCO committee in regard to its decision to add kimchi and kimjang to the list. 

Personally, it’s always a lot of fun to have an opportunity to take part in the making of kimchi! It’s an activity that’s fun and tiring, but ultimately extremely satisfying.

Come autumn, kimchi festivals and kimchi cooking classes offer a lot of opportunities to let foreigners experience the spirit of sharing and making something together - definitely worth trying!

Rooftop cafes might not seem like an obvious choice in this cold weather, but there are definitely a few that will keep you warm inside and out!

if you find yourself in Hapjeong, this one is located in the I’m Very store and features a huge ceiling-to-floor glass wall and glass roof! Enjoy the autumn weather and warm tea!

Two little munchkins at the Seoul Fashion Week. Another side of the official fashion week is this - the most stylish children you’ll ever see all around DDP posing for the most prominent street style photographers! It’s an event on it’s own and the determination and hard work both the parents and their precious little models put into it are truly incredible!

Autumn in Seoul is all about fashion!

Peter Pabst <WHITE RED PINK GREEN>
The exhibition is inspired by the sets of modern dance stages of the late German dancer and choreographer Pina Bausch, known for her expressionist art. With a blend of movement, sound, and prominent stage sets, and with performers during the development of a piece (a style now known as Tanztheater), her creations became a major influence in the field of modern dance from the 1970s on.
The exhibition runs at Piknic Gallery until 10/27.

Autumn in Seoul can’t be fulfilled without a mandatory walk in Haneul Park! As October rolls in, silver grass and pink muhly come flooding my IG feed. It’s one of my favorite parks in Seoul, not only because I live close by, but because of the gorgeous Hanging view!

My advice: come early in the morning in order to skip the crowds. As early as sunrise! Otherwise you would be struggling to crop out couples out of your photos!

How to get here: Line 6 World Cup Stadium Station, Exit 1.