Kyobo Book Centre Gwanghwamun
교보문고 · Seoul · Neighbourhoods & streets
Kyobo Book Centre is the first large-scale bookstore in Korea, and this particular store can be found next to Gwanghwamun Square. Kyobo Book Centre Gwanghwamun divides its internal area into 11 sections and organizes them in a way that allows readers to find books easily. The store also has specialized shops for stationery, digital devices, and accessories, as well as exhibition spaces and cafés.
| Type | Neighbourhoods & streets |
|---|---|
| Region | Seoul |
| Address | 1 Jong-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul |
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