Every now and then, far too rarely in our humble opinion, city planners come up with a really great public space.
We’re talking, an inspiring place where you can hangout in the sun with your friends, read a book or simply indulge deep thoughts. Think New York’s Highline and the People’s Park in Copenhagen.
Seoul is fortunate to have such a place. The five-mile-long Cheonggyecheon Stream is a serene haven away from the hectic metropolis through which it flows.
Despite running parallel to some of the city’s busiest streets, the creek is a remarkably quiet space, thanks to its being 15 feet below street level.
Over 20 bridges, sculptures, willow trees, colorful lighting and fountains give each of its sections a unique character. Imagine taking a leisurely stroll along it with our gallery below.
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(Images: Justin Ornellas, civ33, mental.masala, d’n’c, Wilson Loo, C h a y [°ô] N)
