Exploring the Symbolic Plaza of Sejong City
Hello.
Sejong City has been steadily gaining attention as a filming location for various video content, including entertainment shows, movies, and dramas.
Locations throughout Sejong City have appeared in popular dramas like 'The Glory' and 'Education for the Real World,' showcasing the city's unique charm to the nation. As more tourists visit Sejong City to explore these filming sites, it seems to positively impact the local economy as well.
Today, I would like to introduce you to the representative landmark of Sejong City that has recently gained significant attention as a filming location for the drama 'Education for the Real World'—the Symbolic Plaza of the City. In the drama, this location featured intense scenes involving juvenile delinquents and thrilling chases. Many viewers might have thought, "Hmm, this scenery looks familiar!" while watching.
The Symbolic Plaza is adjacent to the commercial area of Naseong-dong and connects to Central Park, the National Children's Museum, and the Sejong Arts Center, making it a beloved relaxation spot for citizens. With its spacious plaza, walking paths, and various cultural facilities, it is consistently recommended as a must-visit place in Sejong. Many people visit for family outings or as a date spot.
** Parking Information **
The parking lot at the Symbolic Plaza can accommodate over 200 vehicles and is a paid parking facility. However, it is free to use during lunch hours from 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM, so it's advisable to keep this in mind before your visit.
There are also bike paths and air pumps available, making it a great environment for those who wish to visit by bicycle or enjoy a light ride.
While exploring the plaza, I noticed beautiful flowers blooming. Even though it is early summer, I was impressed to see cosmos flowers beginning to bloom. If you visit in the fall, you can enjoy the stunning view of the plaza adorned with fully bloomed cosmos flowers, which is something to look forward to.
Next to the Symbolic Plaza is the Sejong Arts Center, a venue for various performances and cultural events. On June 25th, there will be a free event where you can watch the World Cup match between South Korea and South Africa live without prior registration, so be sure to cheer in a cool and pleasant environment!
Every year, the plaza features a musical fountain and a mirror fountain. The musical fountain operates five times on weekdays and six times on weekends, providing joy to citizens with its refreshing water sprays. On the day I visited, the daytime operation was suspended due to maintenance work. According to the Sejong Facilities Corporation, it will only operate during nighttime for the time being, so I recommend checking the schedule before your visit.
During the summer, the musical fountain area transforms into a water play facility, allowing children to enjoy splashing around. This year, it is scheduled to operate from July 20th to August 16th (subject to change based on weather conditions).
Mirror Fountain
While strolling through the Symbolic Plaza, I personally felt that the signs directing visitors to the mirror and musical fountains were not very visible. First-time visitors might get confused or miss these attractions.
The biggest charm of the Symbolic Plaza is its spacious and refreshing openness. Despite the tall buildings surrounding it, the plaza feels airy, and the walking paths and green spaces created in the center allow visitors to enjoy a leisurely atmosphere in the heart of the city.
The Symbolic Plaza, representing Sejong City and serving as a relaxation space for citizens, is gaining more attention as a filming location for the drama 'Education for the Real World.' After visiting, I truly felt that it is a space worthy of representing Sejong City.
If you are looking for places to visit in Sejong or want to experience the city's unique charm, I highly recommend visiting the Symbolic Plaza. You will get to feel the modern and relaxed urban atmosphere of Sejong City, along with scenes from the drama.
Source :https://blog.naver.com/sejong_story/224325957230
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