Seoul

About Seoul

Seoul is a city where ancient palaces and hanok villages sit in quiet contrast to glowing skyscrapers and endless energy after dark. Its balance of deep-rooted heritage and constant reinvention mirrors the very spirit of TOWA. TOWA Cities Seoul by Shigeru Ito captures the essence of Seoul's timeless landmarks (Gyeongbokgung Palace, Bukchon Hanok Village, N Seoul Tower), the cultural legacy left by the visionary King Sejong the Great, its cherished traditions kept by its people (hanbok, the royal guard-changing ceremony, traditional tea houses, K-pop), and the flavors that fill its tables (samgyetang, bibimbap). Let the artist's imaginative eye reveal a Seoul full of new discoveries, and add your own chapter to its unending story. Enjoy!