In the Netflix animated series K-Pop Demon Hunters, Lumi and Jinwoo sat side-by-side on the Hanyangdoseong Fortress Wall at Naksan Park, looking down at the night view of Seoul. Over a 400-year time difference, they shared their wounds and true feelings.
You might wonder, 'Why did they climb so high just to talk?' But once you go up, you'll understand. As the crimson sunset paints the sky and yellow lights illuminate the fortress wall path, bringing the night atmosphere to its peak, you'll truly feel why this place is considered one of Seoul's top three night view spots.
In the story, Lumi confided her struggles with losing her voice, and Jinwoo shared his loneliness from being alone for 400 years, as they sang 'Free' together. This very fortress wall path was also where the Huntresses rescued the women exercising when they were almost attacked by demons in the first Takedown scene.
Naksan Park in the animation was depicted almost identically to its real-life appearance, drawing admiration from fans. Until the mid-2000s, it was possible to sit on top of the fortress wall, making it a popular dating spot for couples. However, for safety reasons, sitting on the wall is now prohibited (from outside the wall, the height is considerable, and a fall could result in a major accident).
If you visit this fortress wall path today, you can walk directly on the historic stone path where 600 years of Hanyangdoseong Fortress history breathes, sit on the very bench where Lumi and Jinwoo sat, and gaze upon the same city panorama they overlooked. By connecting your visit with the nearby Changsu Village and Ihwa Mural Village alleyways, and even Dongdaemun DDP, you can experience Seoul's identity where tradition and modernity coexist, all at once.
Why should you definitely visit? Because it's the real-life stage where the most emotional scenes of the animation unfolded, and a pilgrimage course where K-pop culture and Korean history intersect.





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