Cheonggyecheon Stream

Cheonggyecheon Stream

From nothing to something modern and beautiful


386 billion won (approximately US$281 million

Cost



8.4 km (5.2 mi)

Length



Lauded as a successful urban renewal and beautification

September 2005



Stream concrete covered starting from

1958



Open to the public everyday/ all day

24/7


Built for a modern elegant look

Stream starts from downtown Seoul and ends at Jungnangcheon which connects to the Han river. A superb and scenic 8.4km. It used to be covered in concrete with a highway overhead but now it is a modern public recreation space that is popular with the locals and tourists.

Completely free to visit and open 24/7.

Some notable annual events that take place here are:

The lantern festival which runs in November is a spectacular sight.

Christmas decorations pop up at Christmas time. Definitely a place for stunning pictures with the family and friends.

Nearby attractions

  • Gyeongbukgung palace
  • Gwanghwamun palace
  • Jongmyo Shrine
  • Myeongdong market
  • Dondaemun market
  • Changdeokgung palace

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