An 11km restored urban stream cutting through downtown Seoul. Year-round it’s a serene riverside walk; for the Lotus Lantern Festival (May 17–25, 2026) it transforms into a glowing tunnel with giant traditional lanterns sculpted along the water.
Headquarters of Korea’s Jogye Order — Korea’s largest Buddhist sect — and the spiritual heart of Yeon-deung-hoe (Lotus Lantern Festival, UNESCO heritage). The May 23-25 grand parade ends here under a canopy of 100,000+ lanterns.
European neo-Gothic architecture surrounded by 200+ cherry trees. The domed Grand Peace Hall framed by pink petals is the signature shot. Open campus, no entry fee.
A hilltop park in Jongno with scenic Seoul Fortress Wall trails and sweeping panoramic views of the city. In KPop Demon Hunters, Rumi and Jinu have a secret rendezvous here along the stone wall, planning their strategy for the Idol Awards as sparks fly between them.
A traditional Korean village in Jongno featuring centuries-old hanok architecture along narrow winding alleys. In KPop Demon Hunters, Rumi and Jinu meet here for the first time, and later sing Free while levitating above the tiled rooftops.
Dating back to 1395, Gyeongbokgung is Korea most magnificent royal palace. In KPop Demon Hunters, it appears in Jinu story — 400 years ago, after selling his soul to Gwi-Ma, he and his family were invited to live on the palace grounds by the Joseon royal court.
