Looking for a Quiet Escape From City Life? Give This Place a Try

If the busy crowds circling Samcheong-dong's boutiques are bringing you down, escape to nearby Bukchon Hanok Village - one of Seoul's chillest spots and home to hundreds of traditional houses, called hanok, that date back to the Joseon Dynasty. Check out Cha-tteul for a relaxing afternoon tea in a singularly serene setting. From the outside in, the traditional facade opens up to floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking a tranquil garden and a spectacular view of Bukhansan mountain. A wide selection of teas will help you zero in on your moment of zen.