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Myeong-dong Cathedral, Seoul

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Besides serving as the seat of Seoul's archbishop, Myeong-dong Cathedral remains the symbol of Catholicism in South Korea. Completed in 1898, the imposing structure is dedicated to Our Lady of Immaculate Conception, regarded as the patron saint of the Korean nation. Admire the towering brick building, a prominent example of the Gothic Revival style, or step inside to admire the lavishly decorated walls and stained glass windows of the interior. You can take part in mass, in English, every weekend. Plan a Seoul trip in moments using our itinerary builder.

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By ropliew On March 22, 2018

The church is situated on a hill and look Gothic from the outside when we visit as most of the trees are bare. The church interior is beautiful. more »
By happy-herya On March 19, 2018

明洞聖堂是首爾地區最富盛名、歷史最悠久的教堂。參觀者可以免費進入，裡面有彩繪玻璃，聖人石像。整個院區散發寧靜、安詳的氛圍，讓人覺得心靈平靜。 more »

The basilica is the most prestigious and historic church in the area of the first Seoul. Participants are free to enter, with painted glass and a holy stone. The whole community is quiet and quiet, and it makes people feel calm.

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By コガワ On March 18, 2018

ドラマのロケ地巡りのひとつとして見に行きました。明洞のすぐそばにあるのにずいぶん雰囲気が違う場所です。私が行った時は、大聖堂の前の道で何かの主張をしている学生さんたちがいたり、靴下の屋台があったりにぎやかでした。 more »

I went to see one of the drama aplenty. It is a place quite different atmosphere is located in Myeong-dong. Or when I went in the road in front of the Cathedral have asserted something students, sock stand, was busy.

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By I am Michelle On January 2, 2018

For every Catholic, a nearby church is a must. This Cathedral is just in the heart of Myeongdong shopping area. However, English Mass during Sundays has only one time slot and it is at 9:00A.M. and the rest are in Korean. Always remember to come by the Cathedral at 9:00A.M., Sunday.

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By minsu song On December 13, 2017

First Catholic Church in Korea. It was located in the middle of busy town in Myungdong. But you can feel very calm and find beautiful Gothic building.

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By Miss Chiu On February 18, 2018

A place of calmness. There is mass at 9 am on Sundays.

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By Ann Suttiprasit On October 27, 2017

Peaceful and quiet place in busy business area. The catholic people are coming to pray in the evening. Very beautiful place in the night time.

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By nara Jeong On January 14, 2018

The Myeongdong Cathedral is the head quarter cathedral of the Korean Catholic Church. It is a place where history has played a role in Korea's development. It is not just beautiful building, but a history. There is a shopping mall in the basement of Myeongdong Cathedral.

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