Jongno-gu
Popular sights in bustling Jongno-gu include the ornate Gyeongbokgung palace, with guard-changing ceremonies in front of Gwanghwamun Gate, and the elegant Jogyesa Buddhist temple. Traditional markets include Dongmyo Flea Market, and Gwangjang, which sells street food like kimbap rice rolls. Nearby tented street stalls sell soju rice wine and snacks like spicy stir-fried seafood, while gay bars line Jongno 3-ga Road.
People died in Jongno Gu (First 12 people) - Page 0
Chang Myon
Former Prime Minister of South Korea
Queen Inwon
Sukjong of Joseon's wife
Guyon Chung
Architect
Queen Sunwon
Son Byong-hi
Activist
Chang Deok
Musical artist
Royal Noble Consort Subin Park
Jeongjo of Joseon's wife
Park Won-soon
Former Mayor of Seoul
Queen Dowager Myeonggyeong
Park Du-byeong
Businessperson
Lee Min-ah
Attorney