Songhyeon Green Plaza
열린송현 녹지광장 · Seoul · Theme parks & experiences
Songhyeon Green Plaza, located between Gyeongbokgung Palace and Jongno, is a space for culture and rest. The site was formerly used as housing for Shiksan Bank during Japanese rule. After Korea’s liberation, it served as a residence for the US Embassy and military personnel. Later in 1997, it was returned to the Korean government but remained unused for years. In 2022, the ownership was transferred to the Korean House and Land Corporation and then to the Seoul Metropolitan Government, which redeveloped it into a green plaza and opened it to the public. Upon entering the plaza, visitors are greeted by a spacious lawn adorned with flowers during the blooming season. The plaza is connected to the nearby tourist attractions through shortcuts cutting through it, including Cheong Wa Dae (Blue House), Gwanghwamun Plaza, Insa-dong, and Bukchon Hanok Village. ·
| Type | Theme parks & experiences |
|---|---|
| Region | Seoul |
| Address | Songhyeon-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul |
| Hours | Open 24 hr |
| Closed | N/A (Open all year round) |
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