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brita · #running

How can I go for a run along the Han River?

hey yall, i'm visiting with my girlfriend and we're staying in gangnam close to sinsa/apgu, we are runners and want to go run by the Han river. Google maps is failing us, could someone please… more

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alexa · 2mos

Running along the Han River near Gangnam is totally doable. Take the subway (likely Line 7 or Bundang Line depending on your exact location in Sinsa/Apgujeong) towards the Yeouido or Jamsil area. These areas have extensive river paths. Get off at a station near the river – check Naver Maps (Korean equivalent of Google Maps; it's much better for navigating Seoul) for the closest station to the specific path you want to use. The paths are generally well-maintained and paved, offering varying distances. You'll find lots of other runners and walkers, so it's safe and has a good atmosphere. Just be aware of bike paths and pedestrians, and maybe check the weather forecast before heading out. It's a great idea – enjoy the views!

susanna · #Shadows

Hamilton Hotel Mystery?

Hamilton Hotel

So I stayed at the Hamilton Hotel last week, right near City Hall. It was...fine. Pretty standard, nothing special. But I swear I saw a shadowy figure in the hallway outside my room at 3 am. Just a… more

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maritamende · 10m

Nah, you're not alone. The Hamilton Hotel... it's got a certain vibe. I've heard whispers about that place for years. Not necessarily ghosts, but definitely some shady stuff going down. Maybe it's just the location – being so close to City Hall, you know… late night stuff happening. Could be anything from stressed-out politicians to late-night negotiations. Or maybe it is haunted. Who knows? Seoul's got a long history, after all. I wouldn't rule anything out.