Starfield Library

What to say! We visited back in November and felt like it was Christmas already! Such a stunning visit with plenty of opportunity to take photos. Books used are real and not a just for show or decoration. This definitely has the WOW! factor. There is also local shops nearby so you can grab a hot drink and admire the views! Definitely worth a visit ◡̈

One of the rare sight to see and should be followed by everyone as it maybe their culture but i had to admire it as this is a modern type of library thing combined in a settings of being inside of a mall but it is still filled with kids and parents who are teaching and read together with a very mixh beautiful bonds. The youth also do their own stuff and readings. Well due to its magnificent architecture and layout, it cant be denied for tourists flocking to be here and take the picture of it. My advice to the tourist, be polite and don’t disturb the locals as for them itself a daily activity and for us its a trip. The overall atmosphere was chaotic as we visited during the public holidays and everyone was rushed in and packed over. The settings ans architecture was amazing to see as the stacking of racks was very much thoughtful. For some people mentioned there is nothing to see because it should be as its a library and we should consume the materials and not just trying to to get a shot. Overall a fun place and thoughtful ones to visit with your family and friends

COEX Mall - Gangnam District (Seoul) This is definitely a readers paradise‼️ Someone who appreciates a good book, “Starfield Library,” is a perfect spot to disappear for a while in books. It was so big, multi-level, offering books galore. I could have spent all day here. But, it does get crowded since it’s a popular spot. They offer Starbucks inside this library and other coffee shops nearby. This is definitely a readers paradise‼️ I’m looking forward to returning here soon. Maybe get here early enough to beat the crowds.

The library is absolutely gorgeous and goes up to 13 meters high. A must visit while you’re in Seoul and make sure to walk around downstairs and check about the huge mall. There are plenty of coffee shops around. Also check out the complex outside, there was a music festival happening right next to the building the night we went and made it so much fun.

Wow! I came right time when this beautiful library was all laid out in Christmas stars shimmering everywhere. Mesmerising, beautiful - absolutely amazing festive feeling within - like a Harry Potter Hogwarts Christmas

PARA KAY C I read "Human Acts" in 2023, having bought it from an online secondhand bookshop. I didn't expect to carry its grief with me. It was my first Han Kang book, and I read more of her works after that. A year later, she won the Nobel Prize in Literature, becoming the first Korean and first Asian woman to do so. I felt proud, like someone I knew had made it. ​Recently, I had a chance to visit South Korea, Han Kang's homeland and the soil of her stories. I was excited because our tour by PAPH Travel and Tours (#TravelWithPAPH) included a stop at Starfield Library. I packed her book from Iloilo and brought it with me. I was even ready to show it to the immigration officer. 🤭 And the day has come. We arrived wet from the rain, but stepping inside the Library was like a warm embrace. It was really magical that I called it a #BodyAndSeoul moment. Hinga nang malalim. ​Standing there, surrounded by thousands of books, the experience triggered a deeply personal memory. Amid the crowd, I remembered C, a very good friend, the kind you won't forget even if the world insists on moving forward. We once promised to build our #Librolusyon, a library for all. That is why in that magical space, my thoughts kept on repeating: "We should have been here together." But life, as it turns out, had a plot twist like K-Drama: we lost C to c@ncer more than a decade ago. Since then, I've kept my half of the promise building our library. Slowly and alone. Yet standing there among those books, the slow dance with grief and the quiet keeping of that promise found some peace. It never felt lonely. ​It was like coming home. 🌻

I visited Starfield Library (별마당 도서관), and it was such a wonderful experience! The library is conveniently located inside the mall and directly connected to the Samsung subway station, so you can get there easily without stepping outside (A huge plus during the hot summer). Surrounded by towering shelves filled with countless books, it creates a unique atmosphere where you can relax, sip a coffee, and enjoy a moment of peace while watching people come and go. It’s not only a beautiful place for book lovers but also a perfect spot to take a break and soak in the calm, cultural vibe right in the heart of the city.

Tbh, this had many over rated publicity. There are many people and is hard to get a decent photo. Any place to sit and have a quiet drink is ruined by the noise of people rushing to gather each other and/or occupying empty areas for photo taking. My suggestion is experience the place but don't expect much. You can still spend your time in the mall after reviewing the "library".