Yeollin Songhyeon Square

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For over 110 years, the Yongsan US military base, marked by Japan and the US military, has been a land with deep scars. The 'Songhyeon-dong,' not accessible by the public despite being South Korean territory, was named for its many pine trees. It became a forbidden land after being used by the Japanese army and later the US military. The site, soon to be transformed into a proud landmark of Seoul as it opens up, highlights how absence in an urban space can result in significant disconnection. The newly accessible 'Open Songhyun' enhances Seoul with leisurely space in the city center. Unfortunately, this story speaks to 2024, leaving limited time to enjoy the open skies and parkland before the Lee Kun-hee Museum takes over.