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Jung-gu

Just south of Jongno is the Namdaemun and Myeong-dong area, at the Hoehyon and Myeong-dong Subway stops. Namdaemun, literally "great south gate," is the name both of the impressive stone and wood structure which still stands at the center of the intersection, and also of the large market nearby. Since 1414, Namdaemun Market has been a lively place where merchants and buyers gather to bargain over a wide variety of goods. Just east of here is the fashion mecca of Myeong-dong, always full of young people trying on the latest styles. Here you will also find the biannual Myeong-dong Festival, featuring an array of entertainment, from traditional music to a fashion show. If the shopping begins to overwhelm you, visit the Myeongdong Cathedral, built in 1898, for an artistic and cultural experience. Also close by, atop Mt. Namsan, you can enjoy some green space and take the Namsan Cable Car up to Seoul N Tower to take in the beautiful panoramic views of Seoul. The letter N signifies the tower's magnificent new look since it was remodeled in 2005.