What will be the most romantic, memorable and unforgettable experience in Seoul? Let’s experience the beauty of Hangang, an important river that flows through the centre of the Seoul city and divided it into north and south regions. The Han River, which has served as the waterway of Korean’s ancestors since ancient times, was the centre of the Three Kingdoms’ Battles, and is at the heart of the history of the Korean civilization.
Here, you can enjoy the magnificent scenery of Han River and Seoul’s skyline under the blue sky in the day time and the stunning night views as well as colourful Moonlight Rainbow Fountain that only available from April to October in the night. The Seoul’s famous Rainbow Fountain Bridge is the longest fountain bridge in the world according to the Guinness Book of World Records, which is located next to the Some Sevit.
On top of its beauty, Han River provides a relaxing and peaceful environment away from the busy city life. Lined with pedestrian walkways, bicycle paths, public parks and recreational facilities on the both of the banks, it is a perfect place to rent bikes, go on cruise up the river, enjoy birdwatching or splash around and cool off in public swimming pools during the summer months.
Along the Han River, there is a wide selection of unique and impressive event spaces for innovation and creativity, namely Floating Island Convention, Eland Cruise, Seoul Marina and more, not only fulfills your needs and expectations but turn your events’ imagination into reality.
Located within the distinctive southern Seoul multi-island complex of Sebitsome on the isle of Some Gavit, Floating Island Convention (FIC) is a modern meeting space offering facilities suitable for all kinds of business events. Around the floating islands are colourful LED lights that create an amazing night view under the theme of “a gleaming light in the mist”.
Floating Island Convention‘s dome style main banquet hall is able to accommodate up to 500 persons, and features an 18m-wide ANSI screen, as well as a car elevator for motor shows.
Vista serves brunch during the daytime and transforms into a casual dining in the evening with a menu of a la carte, Table d’hote and daily chef’s special that prepared by talented chefs. It is a perfect space with a capacity less than 300 people for unwinding and holding business parties, together with the cool breeze outside, a stunning view when the romantic sunset transforms the sky into the beautiful works of art and the amazing night view.
With the meaning of “awesome” in recognition of the wonderful space that awaits visitors there, Some Sevit is the world’s first floating cultural space that was built on the Han River at the southern end of the Banpo Bridge in 2011. Opened to the public in 2014, the cultural complex comprises of three man-made floating islands connected with overpasses that embody the process by which a seed ‘Some Solvit’ turns into a flower bud ‘Some Chavit’ and transforms into a flower in full bloom ‘Some Gavit’, and a media gallery named “Some Yevit”.
During the day, you can see breathtaking views of the serene Han River and Seoul’s skyline and at night, the three islands even glow up constantly changing colors. The clusters of three glowing “floating islands” are actually registered ships, and they come into full glory as the colourfully aglow Floating Island Convention in the night.
Han River Eland Cruise at Yeouido Dock, is a popular and great way to explore the Han River. In operation over 30 years, the Eland Cruise allows both local and international visitors to enjoy and marvel at the stunning sights and iconic Seoul landmarks from a unique perspective.
With the large scale luxury cruise ship named “Tritania” that well-known for its filming line of “ My Love from the Star” and a new cruise ship named “Ara”, Eland Cruise enables its guests to organise any memorable event or gathering on the luxurious cruise with high quality meals, relaxing live performances and the breathtaking scenery of Han River and the city skyline.
Seoul Marina can be your event venue if you are a yacht lover. Situated on the southern shores of the Han River, Seoul Marina is the city’s first inshore marina, also a wonderful site for any business events, fascinating parties, memorable wedding ceremonies and more.
Its striking four-story clubhouse comprises a restaurant café and two convention halls, while its marina provides 45 berths and a variety of power yachts for river-based activities, offering visitors romantic yacht rides or a stunning night yacht tour to discover the beauty of Han River.
More information available at www.miceseoul.com.