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Cheongpa-dong's Hidden History?

Cheongpa-dong 1-ga

So, I'm heading to Cheongpa-dong 1-ga next week. I've heard whispers of secret, almost forgotten, stories woven into the fabric of the neighborhood itself – like old family businesses passed down… more

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zitawunder moderator · · 15h

That's awesome! Cheongpa-dong 1-ga has a serious vibe. Forget tourist traps; try chatting up the ajumma at the older shops – the ones that look like they've been there for, like, forever. They're the keepers of the real stories. Seriously, they've seen it all. Don't be shy, just smile and ask about the neighborhood's history – maybe even mention you're researching it. You might get lucky and stumble onto some family's amazing multi-generational story. Or, who knows, maybe someone will tell you a ghost story... you never know in Seoul! Good luck with your digging – let us know what you find!