[Day 8 Part 4] Cheongyecheon Stream

The Spring Tower 
a Cheonggye Plaza landmark

Cheonggyecheon’s have many attractions, the eight most beautiful are officially recognized as the “Cheonggye 8 Views” . These must-see locations along the stream include the Cheonggye Plaza, Gwangtonggyo (Bridge), the Banchado of King Jeongjo (Tile Painting), the Fashion Square (Wall of Culture), the Historic Laundry Site, the Wall of Hope, the Old Expressway Ruins/Tunnel Fountain, and the Beodeul Wetland. Cheon which means stream in Korean, the 11km neglected stream which has been magically restored starts in the heart of downtown Seoul and courses through the neighbourhoods of Jongno and Dongdaemun before it meets the Jungnangcheon (중랑천) and eventually empties into the mighty Hangang river (한강). Much has been written about Cheonggyecheon stream (청계천), and now i am here to feel by myself this Cheonggycheon stream underway. Walking alongside this stream starting from Gwanghaemun Square to Dongdaemun. Took about 1hour walk which need to slow down my walk to avoid muscle pain.

 Yellow ribbons in honor of the Sewol ferry tragedy

Sewol Ferry Ribbon at Cheonggyecheon Stream

 Starting Point  

The Candlelight Fountain is particularly stunning at night with its multi-colored illuminations.

One of Footbridge along the Stream. 

There are 22 bridges in total before flowing into the Hangang (River)

I think i have passes 20 bridges. Later i check again LoL

 Sculptural Art 

Gwangtonggyo 

was the largest of Cheonggyecheon's bridges during the Joseon Dynasty, but it was buried underground during the country's post-war economic development. Recently restored to its former glory, Gwangtonggyo has an old-fashioned charm which makes it one of the most photogenic places on the stream and very popular with tourists.

Besides the footbridge, 

there are many stepping stone for you to cross to the other side.

The Waterfall and stepping-stones

Okay lets go shopping to Dongdaemun Fashion Town to buy kain bju raya!! yeaaaa~~