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Itaewon

South Korea

9 story sections19 min 54 s in all

*During the Itaewon Pub Crawl, we will not be visiting the Hongdae area.

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Contents

9 sections · tap a section for its opening lines
  1. 1Ee-tay-won Nightlife District2:11

    Welcome, distinguished travelers and cultural analysts, to the highly dynamic and undeniably cosmopolitan district of Ee-tay-won. Located near the geographic center of Soul, this neighborhood operates as the city's most prominent…

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  2. 2The Western Edge and White Rabbit Tap House2:11

    Our analytical exploration of this cosmopolitan district optimally begins at its western boundary, providing a logical, geographical progression through the evening's escalating intensity. Our initial subject for observation is…

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  3. 3Sophistication on Nok-sa-pyung-dae-ro2:05

    Ascending the subtle geographic incline toward Nok-sa-pyung-dae-ro forty-gil, we enter a micro-district defined by an elevated sense of sophistication and a decidedly laid-back, upscale atmosphere. This corridor serves as a…

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  4. 4Hidden Vistas of Bo-gwang-ro2:02

    We now alter our trajectory to navigate the significantly lower elevations of Bo-gwang-ro fifty-nine-gil, a fascinating, winding street renowned among local insiders for its collection of highly unique, character-driven bars and…

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  5. 5Theatrical Nights and Live Hip-Hop2:01

    Descending from our secluded rooftop sanctuary, we re-engage with the kinetic energy of the street to examine two venues that specialize in highly specific, performative entertainment. Directly across the thoroughfare lies an…

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  6. 6The Beating Heart of Ee-tay-won-ro2:38

    We have now arrived at the absolute, undeniable epicenter of the district's nocturnal economy: the bustling, heavily trafficked main artery known as Ee-tay-won-ro twenty-seven-ga-gil. This street functions as the primary…

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  7. 7The Colossus known as Fountain2:02

    As we continue our rigorous sociological survey along the main party corridor, we inevitably confront the sheer, undeniable architectural dominance of Fountain. This establishment is universally recognized as the most famous,…

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  8. 8The Historical Anchor of Grand Ole Opry2:22

    As we delve deeper into the intricate layers of Ee-tay-won's nightlife, we arrive at an establishment that serves as a profound historical anchor amidst the rapid currents of urban modernization. This is the Grand Ole Opry, a…

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  9. 9Closing2:22

    As the deep, velvet darkness of the night begins to stretch toward the inevitable dawn, we must take a moment to reflect upon the sheer, staggering diversity we have witnessed within this single, remarkable district. Ee-tay-won…

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What is Itaewon?

Itaewon is a place in South Korea with 9 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.

Key facts
LocationSouth Korea
TypeActivity
Story sections9
Total length19 min 54 s in all
Text languageEnglish
Coordinates37.5345, 126.9939
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Nearby places

within a 5-minute walk
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