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Seoul says launch of 'Hangang Bus' ferry postponed to next March over ‘safety’ concerns

The official launch of Seoul’s water bus has been postponed from October to March next year due to safety concerns.

2024-08-06

Movies, concerts and even silent disco top program of 2024 Hangang River Festival

Ready to spend your summer holiday by the Han River? The 2024 Hangang River Festival will begin in Seoul on Friday, featuring movie screenings, concerts and leisure activities hosted by the city government.

2024-07-25

Han hangouts: Summer fun on and along the river

From watersports to camping, there are plenty of activities on the Han River for friends and families this summer.

2024-07-04

Six swimming pools open across Seoul's Han River parks

Six riverside pools opened Thursday across the Han River parks in Seoul.

2024-06-20

[WEEKEND GETAWAY] Blossoms and beats: Four June festivals across Korea

Discover four vibrant outdoor festivals in Korea, featuring music, flowers and cultural performances in June.

2024-06-07

Seoul unveils Sky Suite on Hangang Bridge

A lodging facility on Hangang Bridge in central Seoul, called Sky Suite, was unveiled during a promotional event on Tuesday.

2024-05-28

Seoul to open 'world's first' hotel on a bridge in July

A cafe-turned-hotel on the Hangang Bridge in Seoul will open to the public in July, offering guests a scenic view of the Han River from their rooms.

2024-05-20

Foreigners pick Gwanghwamun Square as Seoul's top landmark

Foreigners residing in Seoul voted for Gwanghwamun Square as Seoul's most prominent landmark.

2024-05-20

A crash course in sailing aboard a millennial yacht on the Han

A Korea JoongAng Daily sports reporter jumps on board with yacht club Sailing Paradise for a day out on the water between both sides of Seoul.

2024-05-19

Seoul gears up to prevent swarms of oriental mayflies

Seoul is proactively implementing measures to prevent the resurgence of swarms of oriental mayflies, which plagued numerous residents last year.

2024-05-17