Yeouido Park | |
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Yeoido Park is located in Yeouido-dong, Yeongdeungpo-gu. Its 229,538 m² area consists of 4
zones: Korean traditional garden, green area, cultural plaza, and natural ecological forest.
These spaces are famous for nature, culture, and sports for all citizens. Nearby office workers
also come here to relax on short breaks. Tourists can enjoy a leisurely view of Seoul's modern
skyline and Nam-san from one of the cruise boats that ply between Yeouido lsland and Jamsil.
Water sports are also becoming increasingly popular. Because of its transformation into a
sophisticated government and financial center, the "island" of Yeouido is sometimes
called the 'Manhattan of Seoul.' Yeouido is home to the National Assembly, Korean Stock Exchange,
many large corporate headquarters, and Korea's three broadcasting stations: KBS, MBC, and SBS.
Nearby Korean Life Insurance Building
(KLI 63 Bldg.), with its 63 floors,
is one of Asia's tallest buildings. and, as such, has become a popular
tourist attraction.
Yunjung-ro, the road behind the National Assembly, is famous for cherry-blossom viewing parties
in mid April. At that time, all roads are crowded with lovers, friends, and families.
Located near subway stations and bus stops, the park is convenient for transportation. The outside stage along the river side often has events and concerts for visitors. People enjoy life with motor gliding, motorcar race, water skiing, bicycling, and Kite Flying. The bicycle path (2.4 km) and walking path (3.9 km) are the favorite spots of the Park. 
Other Facilities:
1-person bicycles: 3,000 won/hour 2-person bicycles: 6,000 won/hour Roller blades/Roller skates: 3,000 won/hour Directions: Subway line 5, Yeouido Station, exit 3, 5 minutes towards National Assembly Subway line 5, Yeouinaru Station, exit 1, 5 minutes towards Kukmin Daily Bldg. 
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