"World's Coolest Neighborhood"... South Korea Claims the Top Spot

[Anchor] Did you know that a neighborhood in South Korea has been named the coolest neighborhood in the world?

[Reporter] Jongno 3-ga in Seoul has claimed the No. 1 spot on the "2026 World's Coolest Neighborhoods" list released by a British urban and travel media outlet.

The media outlet selected 40 locations worldwide based on criteria such as food, drink, nightlife, independent shops, and community spirit.

In particular, it gave high praise to the "revival of nightlife" in Jongno 3-ga.

It noted that after work hours, young people flock to the pojangmacha (street food tent) alleys, while Seosunra-gil, located next to Jongmyo Shrine, has taken on a fresh vibe with the addition of craft workshops, jewelry studios, and bars.

The outlet praised Jongno 3-ga for transforming to suit a new generation while preserving its traditional charm.

Following Jongno 3-ga, the Locean district in Rabat, Morocco, and Neos Kosmos in Athens, Greece, ranked second and third, respectively.

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