[AREX connection] 2019 Gogung Night Time Opening and Arrangement

Hello! This is AREX.

In no time the start of summer has arrived. 

Here you can escape the scorching hot sun and enjoy the night time festivities. 

I will introduce you to the night time openings of Seoul’s 5 palaces.

1. Gyeongbokgung Palace

The first palace I will introduce is not only famous in Korea, but around the world: Gyeongbokgung Palace. 

Since it was announced it will be opening during the Chuseok Holiday (September 12 – 15)
 those who would like that have a special holiday experience should stop by the palace.

Tip. If you go to Gyeongbokgun Palace, you can’t miss the hanbok experience!

Take a photo while wearing Korea’s beautiful traditional clothing: the hanbok! 

- Date: 07.21~08.03 / 09.12~09.15(Chuseok Holiday) / 09.22~10.05 / 10.20~10.31
- Time: June~August 19:30~22:00 / September~October 19:00~21:30 

2. Deoksugung Palace

The third palace I will introduce is a place with beautiful scenery that has taken hold

 between the “forest” of buildings in Seoul: Deoksugung Palace.

Compared to the other palaces, the admission fee is inexpensive 

so I want to call it a place where you can have a comfortable tour!

Tip. Feeling the Beauty of “Olden Things” Downtown

Deoksugung Palace is famous not just for its beauty but also its stonewall walkway.

I hope you walk down the stonewall walkway at night with a lover or family.

- Date: All Day (Closed on Monday)
- Time: 09:00~21:00

3. Changgyeonggung Palace

The fourth place I will introduce is Changgyeonggng Palace.

Justlike Deoksugung Palace, Changgyeoggung Palace has been open to night time viewing since 2019.

At its entrance, Korea’s traditional lanterns are shared freely so you can imagine what 

it was like to be a person from that era.

Tip. Delicate lights along the path.

Beyond the ancient palace of Myeongjeongmun are long delicate lights that line your path

 creating an attraction that allows you to feel the palace’s dignity and majesty.

- Date: All Day (Closed on Monday)
- Time: 09:00~21:00

4. Gyeonghuigung Palace (It's not open at night.)

At last, I will introduce our fifth ancient palace. Due to the destruction caused by the

Japanese colonial era, only one part of the painful past remains of Gyeonghuigung Palace.

Now in the heart of downtown the area remains as a to relax comfortably and a learning center for its citizens.

Tip. Seoul Museum of History just opposite of Gyeonghuigung Palace.

After having a nice browse of Gyeonghuigung Palace, 

I suggest stopping by the Seoul Museum of History across the street.

- Date: It's not open at night.

- Time: 09:00~18:00

Now we’ve learned a lot about the ancient palaces that are open to night time viewings in 2019!

Instead of under the scorching sun, come feel the charm of the palaces at night!

[AREX Monthly Station] Maker of the Media Industry, Digital Media City Station

Hello. Today, I will introduce you to Seoul’s northwestern gateway:AREX’s Digital Media City Station. 

This station is located in the neighborhood of Sangam where it is possible to transfer to both the Gyeongui-Jungang Line and Line number 6. 

In the station, there are long benches and displays for people to check the airport’s schedule. 

Thus, travelers with carriers or heavy baggage can conveniently drop off their luggage for a bit and rest as they check the time.

At Digital Media City Station, there is a Dunkin Donuts, E-Mart24 convenience store, 

fish cakes stand, and various other stores, thus helping you solve your hunger with a simple meal.

For the convenience of all travelers, 

there are storage lockers and an ATM allowing for cash withdrawals. 

Whether you need to drop off luggage for a bit or need some cash, you may do so easily here.

Now shall we take a look at the attractions nearby Digital Media City Station?

Digital Media City, or DMC for short,

is an assembly of cutting edge IT technology, human resources, and cultural entertainment industries.

 As such, it is an urban complex of both Digital Media and Entertainment.

From the outside, you can experience the cutting-edge IT industry thanks to the presence of the 

magnificient and refined Korean broadcasting stations like MBC, SBS, YTN, CJ E&M, etc. 

One can easily see public broadcasts, live broadcasts, dramas being filmed, etc. in the area.

From the inside, there are beautiful sculptures scattered about.  Further, there are both big and small

 events at the Media Town Plaza allowing for new attractions to be seen.

While Sangam-dong’s Seoul World Cup Stadium was the main stadium for the Korea-Japan joint

 world cup in 2002, it is now home of the soccer club FC Seoul.

This is not only a soccer stadium, but also an entertainment space including a large supermarket, 

movie theater, sports center, wedding hall, etc., thus creating a shopping and leisure space in which residents can feel loved.

The beauty of Seoul World Cup Stadium’s world-renown architecture along with its own public relations 

office located inside the stadium itself allows for all to see 100 years of Korean soccer history. 

We’ve now taken a look at AREX’s Digital Media City Station and the local area. 

 There is even more to see and enjoy outside of what we discussed today such as the Oil Tank Culture Park, World Cup Park, etc. 

So definitely stop by sometime!

Thank you!

You can find information on how to travel comfortably on AREX’s homepage.

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(https://www.arex.or.kr)

Great travels brought to you by AREX.​

[AREX NUMBER] It’s Small, But It’s Got It all: The Gongdeok Market!

Let’s take a ride on the AREX and 

get a taste of the traditional Korean market at 

Gongdeok Market, shall we? 

1. What kind of place is Gongdeok Market??

Located in Gongdeok-2-Dong, a neighborhood of Mapo-Gu, Seoul, Gongdeok Market is 

known as a specialty market with alleys filled with everything 

from Korean pancakes to pigs feet.

2. Gongdeok Market’s Source of Pride: Pig’s Feet Alley

In the pig’s feet alley, restaurants stand side-by-side 

where you can try all sorts of varieties of pig’s feet including medicinal pig’s feet, 

spicy pig’s feet, pig’s feet with chilled vegetables, etc. 

Due to it’s generous portion size and chewy texture, 

this alley is highly sought after by those getting off of work and their many co-workers. 

3. Year-Round Hot Korean Pancakes Off the Griddle

Following pig’s feet alley just a bit, 
you can find yourself at the Korean pancake alley!


Here you can discover dozens of Korean pancakes and fried foods 
such as mung-bean pancakes, vegetable pancakes, and the like.

4. The Genuine Gongdeok Market!!

Passing the vegetable pancake restaurant and going straight 
we have the Gongdeok Market.

Between many tall buildings, the old stores and alleyways radiate the antique 

atmosphere of the market.

Wherever you go, there’s nothing as fun as enjoying the sites of the market, 
don’t you think?



5. Let’s Go With Ease on the AREX!! (0-1-4-8)

The Gongdeok Market!
We will see just how to get there.


From Seoul Station(0), take the AREX for “1“ stop 
and you’re at the Gongdeok Market Station!

From here, get off the train and leave through exit “4”. 
 After that, you will arrive at the market in just “8” minutes!


The Gongdeok Market lives and breathes the traditional atmosphere 
and energy of Korean markets!


Take the AREX and enjoy delicious food 
and marvelous shopping at the Gongdeok Market~

You can find information on how to travel comfortably on AREX’s homepage.

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(https://www.arex.or.kr)

Great travels brought to you by AREX.​

[AREX NUMBER] Incheon Int'l Airport Cargo Terminal Station_ BMW Driving Center

Hello!

Do you know the BMW Driving Center in Yeongjongdo, Incheon?

BMW Driving Center has the 240,000-square-meter site, 

about 33 football fields, You can enjoy cultural experience

and driving with brands such as BMW and MINI.

Photo Source : BMW Driving Center website

 Brand Experience Center

As soon as you enter the BMW Driving Center, 

The Brand Experience Center includes BMW, MINI,

Not only Rolls Royce, but also BMW's classic cars

in history are on display.

This is a space where you can see the 

history and value of BMW.

Photo Source : BMW Driving Center website

 BMW's Yesterday and Today, BMW Showroom

In the BMW showroom,
you can experience advanced technology
and leading design directly led by BMW.

You can see all the vehicles on the market
and the early models from BMW.

You can feel like you're at the BMW Car Museum.

Photo Source : BMW Driving Center website

Photo Source : BMW Driving Center website

Photo Source : BMW Driving Center website

 Little and cute design, MINI showroom

MINI, which was first launched in the U.K.,
has a look at what looks like a "miniature."
It's called 'mini' because it's a small car.

In the MINI showroom, you can experience
the history of THE NEW MINI,

which is new but the most MINI-like,
and the MINI ACCESSORIES,
which will bring true MINI-only fun to you.

Photo Source : BMW Driving Center website

A world-wide recognized landmark,

Rolls-Royce Motor Car Studio

Rolls-Royce Motor Car Studio is where you can see
Rolls-Royce's grandeur and luxurious design.

Unlike BMW Driving Center, you cannot experience it.

You can only see with your eyes.
If you want to board Rolls-Royce or look inside,
Reservations are available at Rolls Royce Motor Car Studio.

Photo Source : BMW Driving Center website

 Driving track

The driving track program offers training for BMW, MINI.

You can test drive the vehicle, and you can use the
different road conditions for safe driving.

Experience the vehicle's stability and performance.

Photo Source : BMW Driving Center website

Restaurant Terrace & Iseta Bar

The restaurant Terrace, located on the second floor
of the BMW Driving Center,

It's an exotic restaurant with a nice dining atmosphere
with my family.It has a clean interior, an open interior,
and a wide track outside the window.

How about a meal at the terrace with a driving track?

Photo Source : BMW Driving Center website

The first floor is the classic space, Iceda Bar.

The Iseta bar is named after BMW's light car, Iseta.
It's a relaxing cafe where you can enjoy simple food and drinks.

Junior Campus &Kids Driving School

Junior Campus is an experience learning facility
for elementary school students operated
by the BMW Korea Future Foundation.

It's a science creative education program full
of children's fun.

Photo Source : BMW Driving Center website

The Junior Campus consists of three programs.

A laboratory that learns basic science principles
through 10 easy and fun experiences,

There is even a portal where you can make your
own eco-friendly cars and enjoy the game of planting trees.

Photo Source : BMW Driving Center website

It also operates Kids Driving School,
an experimental traffic safety education program
for preschoolers aged 5 to 7.

Kids Driving School is not available online
or on the phone.Only on-site reservations are available.

Photo Source : BMW Driving Center website

BMW Driving Center, how can I get there?

Photo Source : BMW Driving Center website

After taking AREX at Seoul Station
After the "11" stop, get off at Incheon Int'l Airport Cargo Terminal Station,
At exit number 2, and we're going to walk through "13 Minutes."

You can get to the C.

♥ AREX connects good trip ♥

I hope it's been a good information for everyone.

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