Why You Should Discover The Captivating Charms Of Seongsu - One Of The Hippest Neighborhoods In Seoul

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Seoul is a big city filled with amazing neighborhoods both big and small. Looking across multiple travel sites and forums, some of the most mentioned locations are likely to be Myeondong, Hongdae, Dongdaemun, Itaewon, and Gangnam. These places have become celebrated for their abundance of tourist attractions, close ties to the Hallyu wave, and abundance of shops that can keep you busy all day long.

While these locations still remain popular and top itineraries for many inbound visitors, the trends have started to shift and a new neighborhood has made its way atop these "must-visit" lists. This neighborhood is none other than Seongsu, often referred to as the "Brooklyn of Seoul". What was once a district known for its warehouses and factories, the place has made a complete transformation into a travel hotspot that everyone wants to visit - locals included.

So what makes Seongsu so special?

 

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Why You Should Discover The Captivating Charms Of Seongsu - One Of The Hippest Neighborhoods In Seoul

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Having origins in the industrial industry, there were many signs that pointed away from Seongsu becoming one of Seoul's most popular neighborhoods. However, its shifted gears and now stands as a hub of new trends and thriving businesses that attra