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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Shahana Yasmin

World’s ‘coolest’ neighbourhoods revealed as Asian city tops list

Pedestrians in Jongno, Seoul - (AFP/Getty)

Jongno 3-ga, a historic district in Seoul known for its traditional architecture, independent businesses, and late-night food stalls has been named the world’s coolest neighbourhood for 2026.

The neighbourhood tops the annual Time Out ranking of 40 districts nominated by the magazine’s global network of local experts and assessed by a panel of its editors for “food and drink, nightlife, unique local businesses, liveability, and community”.

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