What the Book - Seoul, Korea
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silverquill
N 37° 32.065 E 126° 59.448
52S E 322478 N 4156056
This is the new location for What the Book, probably Seoul's best store for English language books, with a huge section for used books and a convenient exchange plan.
Waymark Code: WMD44C
Location: Seoul, South Korea
Date Posted: 11/15/2011
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Probably the most international section of Seoul, the Itaewon district is a bustle of sidewalk vendors and visitors from all over the world. The Hamilton Hotel, a few blocks from here, caters to international visitors, and the nearby Yongsan military base makes this a popular destination. Korea's only mosque is also located here, attracting visitors and residents from the Mid East and north Africa.
What the Book moved recently from its
basement location on a side street, to this more spacious facility on the second floor almost next to the Burger King.
Although the store has a good selection of new books and periodicals, most of the store is taken up with 18,00 used books. One can purchase them, then return them, or other books, for credit. Of course new books can be ordered here, or through their extensive on-line store. This is always a great place to visit and the staff speak English well and are very helpful. Open everyday except Christmas.
For a more extensive review of this store see The Lonely Traveler.
Looking for information on books, music lessons, pets, moving sales? What the Book maintains a well organized bulletin board.