In 1990, Garosugil was packed with art companies and galleries, but now it is regarded at the 2nd Myeongdong in Gangnam famous for drug store, cosmetic shop, and fashion shops.
Garosugil in Sinsa-dong is one of the famous streets in Korea.
It is a street that runs from Sinsa Station (Subway Line 3) to Hyeondae high school. If you take the subway, so easy to find this place. The name Garosugil is from the ‘tree-lined streets’ which is adorned with beautiful ginkgo trees. In autumn, the street that covered with golden ginkgo leafs is so awesome. So it is an ideal place to hang out for young couples who takes pictures or just take a walk.
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Garosugil stretches less than a kilometer in Sinsa-dong but is still considered a main area within the greater Gangnam area. It is known among both citizens and foreign tourists not just because it is a beautiful promenade in the middle of the city, but because it offers unique cultural tastes and artistic sensibilities.
This place is also known for its galleries, restaurants, bars, cafes, as well as clothing boutiques and art design bookshops. Beautiful appearance and bohemian atmosphere of shops make the street more comfortable and unique. While other streets in Gangnam are said to be fancy and modern, Garosu-gil presents both old and new, coolness of modern city life and the warmth of days gone by.
Garosu-gil is famous for fashion street. There are many brands collective shops so you can see many Korea fashion people here. Garosugil will catch your mind if you like to walk, have a cup of tea, or just simply look around.
Why don’t you visit the Garosugil to find out new trend of fashion in Korea? Join our shopping tour, our driver will bring you to the Garosugil for shopping.
Check-out Discover Hallyu in Gangnam Tour, you can visit the K-pop places, BTS’s cafes after shopping in Garosugil.
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