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Sungkyunkwan University uses the name of the old royal Confucian academy (Romanized as Seonggyungwan, though Sungkyunkwan is an alternative ad-hoc Romanization and used for the university's name). It was the official academy of the Neo-Confucian Joseon Dynasty, founded in 1398, and its modern incarnation as a university dates back to 1946. Currently, Sungkyunkwan University is affiliated with the Samsung Business Group. Its curriculum remains Confucian, and it is often at the forefront of movements to oppose and undo modern liberal social reforms, such as the 2008 change to the vital records registry that replaced old Confucian family census registers with a more modern one (and eliminated special rights reserved for "head of household," a status only married men were eligible for) as well as the 2005 marriage law changes that eliminated the ban on marriage between people of same surnames (the ban was a major headache in a country that is 22% Kim and 45% Kim/Lee/Park). Sungkyunkwan's school motto is Humanity, Righteousness, Propriety, Wisdom (仁義禮智/인의예지), which would better be translated to "Pursue Truth and Embody Social Justice."
Sungkyunkwan University uses the name of the old royal Confucian academy (Romanized as Seonggyungwan, though Sungkyunkwan is an alternative ad-hoc Romanization and used for the university's name). It was the official academy of the Neo-Confucian Joseon Dynasty, founded in 1398, and its modern incarnation as a university dates back to 1946. Currently, Sungkyunkwan University is affiliated with the Samsung Business Group. Its curriculum remains Confucian, and it is often at the forefront of movements to oppose and undo modern liberal social reforms, such as the 2008 change to the vital records registry that replaced old Confucian family census registers with a more modern one (and eliminated special rights reserved for "head of household," a status only married men were eligible for) as well as the 2005 marriage law changes that eliminated the ban on marriage between people of same surnames (the ban was a major headache in a country that is 22% Kim and 45% Kim/Lee/Park). Sungkyunkwan's school motto is Humanity, Righteousness, Propriety, Wisdom (仁義禮智/인의예지), which would better be translated to "Pursue Truth and Embody Social Justice."

Popular places to visit

Myeongdong shopping street at night in Seoul. Seoul, South Korea, 2015.

Myeongdong Street

4.5/5(102 reviews)

When you visit Myeongdong Street, a popular shopping spot in Seoul, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home. Check out the shops and charming cafes in this culturally rich area.

Myeongdong Street
Scenic park at downtown of Seoul, South Korea

Lotte World

4.5/5(347 reviews)

Enjoy the excitement at Lotte World and see why people love this amusement park in Seoul. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.

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Namdaemun Market which includes a city, markets and street scenes

Namdaemun Market

4.5/5(417 reviews)

This traditional Korean market is the largest and oldest in Seoul, and where you’ll find all manner of clothes and food at very reasonable prices.

Namdaemun Market
Dongdaemun Market which includes street scenes, nightlife and night scenes

Dongdaemun History and Culture Park

4.5/5(665 reviews)

This sizable commercial district is home to a staggering number of shopping malls, specialty stores and traditional Korean marketplaces.

Dongdaemun History and Culture Park
Lotte World Tower which includes a skyscraper

Lotte World Tower

4.5/5(129 reviews)

Stunning city views, an aquarium, shops and restaurants are part of this futuristic tower that looms over the southern banks of the Han River.

Lotte World Tower
COEX Convention and Exhibition Center featuring signage

COEX Convention and Exhibition Center

4.5/5(324 reviews)

You don’t have to be in Seoul for a conference or fair to appreciate the facilities of COEX, South Korea’s outstanding events center and mall in Gangnam.

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Daehangno Hotel Deals

Orakai Daehakro Hotel, BW Signature Collection

Orakai Daehakro Hotel, BW Signature Collection

3.5 out of 5
180, Yulgok-ro, Jongno-gu Seoul Seoul
The price is NT$2,697 per night from Feb 1 to Feb 2
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NT$2,966 total
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Room and services are great

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Mayplace Seoul

Mayplace Seoul

3.5 out of 5
179, Yulgok-ro, Jongno-gu Seoul Seoul
The price is NT$1,812 per night from Feb 1 to Feb 2
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NT$1,993 total
Feb 1 - Feb 2
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ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun

ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun

4 out of 5
36, Sejong-daero 11-gil, Jung-gu Seoul Seoul
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NT$4,479 total
Feb 9 - Feb 10
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Grand Hyatt Seoul

Grand Hyatt Seoul

5 out of 5
322, Sowol-ro, Yongsan-gu Seoul Seoul
The price is NT$4,836 per night from Feb 26 to Feb 27
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NT$5,852 total
Feb 26 - Feb 27
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The Shilla Seoul

The Shilla Seoul

5 out of 5
249, Dongho-ro, Jung-gu Seoul
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9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews)
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HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG

HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG

4 out of 5
23-1 Eulji-ro 19-gil, Jung-gu Seoul
The price is NT$4,552 per night from Feb 24 to Feb 25
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NT$5,007 total
Feb 24 - Feb 25
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Clean room and courteous staffs. Great location!

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Other neighborhoods around Daehangno

Injeongjeon Hall at Changdeokgung Palace, Seoul, South Korea

Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong

If you're spending time in Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, check out sights like Insa-dong or Gwangjang Market and hop on the metro to see more the city at Anguk Station or Jongno 3-ga Station.

Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong
I came across the Jungbu dried fish market quite by accident, and it was exactly that..a huge market selling mostly dried fish. Many vendors were giving away free samples. I thought it was good, tasting kind of like beef jerky!

Euljiro-dong

While you're in Euljiro-dong, take in top sights like Chungmu-ro or Cheonggyecheon, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Euljiro 4-ga Station or Euljilo 3-ga Station.

Euljiro-dong
Insadong which includes shopping as well as a small group of people

Insa-dong

5/5(1 area review)

Travelers come to Insa-dong for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Insa-dong and Cheonggyecheon while you're in town.

Insa-dong
I didn't go inside the plaza, but was intrigued by this giant silver jelly bean of a building.

Gwanghui-dong

While you're in Gwanghui-dong, take in top sights like Dongdaemun History and Culture Park and jump on the metro at Dongdaemun History and Culture Park Station to see more of the city.

Gwanghui-dong
Dongdaemun Design Plaza featuring modern architecture as well as a couple

Jung-gu

4.5/5(1,180 area reviews)

Travelers love Jung-gu for its popular shops, and you can see more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Euljiro 4-ga Station or Chungmuro Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Dongdaemun History and Culture Park and Myeongdong Street.

Jung-gu
Gwangjang Traditional Market featuring signage

Jongno-gu

4.5/5(380 area reviews)

Historic center of Seoul, Jongno District boasts palaces like Gyeongbokgung and Changdeokgung, museums such as Art Center Nabi, and the vibrant Gwangjang Market. Explore Insa-dong, Cheonggyecheon stream, and Jogyesa temple for a rich cultural experience.

Jongno-gu

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