Smoking, Drinking to Be Banned Along Seoul’s Cheonggyecheon Stream The recent announcement by the Seoul Metropolitan Government to designate Cheonggyecheon stream as a no smoking, no drinking zone has sparked debate among locals and tourists.
This decision marks a significant shift in how the city approaches public spaces, highlighting the tension between preserving urban oases and maintaining order.
Incidents of improper behavior along the stream have become increasingly common, threatening its safety and tranquility.