Kwon Young-doo, owner of a private art gallery in Seoul’s historical Bukchon Hanok Village, is concerned about an impending curfew policy aimed at mitigating overtourism in the area.
The curfew, set to be trialled in November and officially launched in March, will limit tourist access to specific areas of Bukchon between 5pm and 10am.
Those who break the curfew will be liable to a fine of up to 100,000 won (US$70).
“Who would want to visit?” says Kwon, the owner of the Bukchon Asian Cultural Art Museum, who moved to the historic area 18 years ago. “They’ll leave with a bad impression of South Korea.”
Bukchon Hanok Village, with its narrow winding alleyways in hilly northern Seoul, dates back to the Joseon dynasty (1392–1910).
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