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Mapo Bridge

8 story sections18 min 13 s in all

The location of the final showdown (Hangang Battle) in the webtoon.

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8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines
  1. 1Mapo Bridge2:27

    Welcome to the southern entrance of Mapo Bridge, situated on the bustling island of Yeouido, Seoul's financial heart. As you stand here, preparing to embark on the approximately 25-minute walk across the vast expanse of the Han…

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  2. 2The First Steps and the Roar of the City2:25

    As you begin your walk along the pedestrian path of Mapo Bridge, the immediate sensation is the overwhelming auditory power of the city. The multi-lane highway beside you is a ceaseless river of steel and rubber, a testament to…

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  3. 3The 'Bridge of Life' Initiative2:18

    Approaching the middle section of the bridge, you will begin to notice text illuminated on the railings. This is the remnant of a profound, albeit controversial, sociological experiment known as the 'Bridge of Life' campaign. …

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  4. 4Bamseom Island and Ecological Resilience2:23

    As we continue past the midpoint, shift your gaze towards the center of the river, looking east. You will see an uninhabited, densely vegetated island sitting quietly in the water. …

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  5. 5The Meditative Rhythm of the Walk2:22

    We are now well into the latter half of our crossing. The initial shock of the traffic noise has likely faded into a continuous, white-noise hum, and the physical rhythm of your walking has established a steady cadence. …

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  6. 6Approaching the Northern Bank2:17

    As we near the northern end of Mapo Bridge, the skyline begins to change dramatically. We are leaving the gleaming, hyper-modern financial towers of Yeouido and approaching the Mapo district. …

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  7. 7The End of the Bridge and the Descent2:18

    We have reached the northern terminus of Mapo Bridge. The pedestrian path gently slopes downward, depositing you onto the bustling sidewalks of Mapo-daero. …

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  8. 8Mapo Bridge1:43

    Our journey across the Mapo Bridge comes to a close. What initially appeared to be a simple traversal of the Han River has revealed itself to be a complex exploration of urban psychology, history, and resilience. …

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What is Mapo Bridge?

Mapo Bridge is a place with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.

Key facts
TypeContent
Story sections8
Total length18 min 13 s in all
Text languageEnglish
Coordinates37.5332, 126.9358
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Nearby places

within a 5-minute walk
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