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Little Mecca In Seoul [Seoul Central Mosque]

Have ever been to Seoul before?
As you know, you can see beautiful places such as historical site and tourist attractions like Dongdaemun, Myeong-dong Shopping Street, Gyeongbokgung Palace.

You can experience many different sides of the culture in Seoul. Especially, the "Itaewon" is one of the 'swaggiest' place where local youngsters and party lovers would spend their time. The place is the mixture of cultures from all around the world where you can find exotic grocery shops and authentic restaurants.

Among these trendy shops, can you imagine the mosque? You might not. However, there is a huge mosque that works as a central of Muslim culture in Korea in Itaewon.

Let's have a look inside!
You can find exotic restaurants, pubs and lounges where you can spend an unforgettable moment. Many celebrities visit restaurants here since Mr. Hong Seok Cheon (famous Korean actor, television personality, restaurateur) owns a few restaurants here so as many star chefs. 
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Especially for Muslims, there is a Halal Street close to exit 3 of Itaewon station where you can find rows of halal restaurants, Islamic book stores, bakeries and grocery shops slowly going uphill and it will take you to the Seoul Central Mosque.
This mosque was built with funds from various Muslim countries' government and the 5,000 square meter of the land where mosque was built was also provided from Korean government to show the good will to potential Middle Eastern allies. The construction started in 1974 and it was officially opened in 1976.
The meeting rooms and offices for the Korea Muslim Federation are located in the first floor. The men’s prayer hall is located on the second floor. In 1990, an additional third floor was added and now houses the women’s prayer room. There is also an Islamic Center which features a school for Muslim children and research institute.

Only Muslim can enter the prayer hall. Non-Muslims can also visit the place but are not allowed to enter the prayer room, wear revealing clothes, take pictures without prior consent. 

You can also the the lecture (Fundamentsl knowledge and Question & Answer) in English, Arabic, and Korean. The lecture has to be booked at least 2 weeks before your visit.

Lecture time is from 10:30 ~ 17:00 (Weekdays and Weekends excluding Mon,Tue) / 15:00 ~ 17:00 (Fri)  on the same business our brief inspection tour is available without reservation.
Address: 732-21 Hannam-dong, Yongsan-gu, Seoul

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