Namsangul Tradisional Folks Village
In P'il-dong, just to the north of Namsan Park , the Seoul government recreated a small village that resembles the architecture and gardens of the area during the Chosun Dynasty (1392-1910). The area contains 5 restored traditional houses, designated as Seoul City Folk Materials, all decorated with authentic furniture and decorations from the period. Originally called Cheonghak-dong (area of faeries for the blue cranes), it was one of the 5 most beautiful areas of Seoul and a famous summer resort. the yangban (aristocrats) who lived in the area often composed poems about the beauty of Namsan (then called Mokmyok-san ) and the surrounding landscape. A large pavilion overlooks a tranquil pond and an outdoor stage where dances and dramas are performed on weekends. An exhibition hall exhibits traditional handicrafts produced by artists designated "Human Cultural Properties." It also sells souven...