Sri Ganapathy Sachchidananda Swamiji
Celestial Message Troupe
Seoul, South Korea
October 24-30, 2025
Śri Korea Rāga Sāgara Music for Meditation
October 26, 2025 • 6 pm
Accommodations
You can use platforms like Expedia or booking.com to book hotels. We can offer recommendations on which hotels to choose and which ones to avoid.
Sofitel Ambassador Hotel
Sofitel Ambassador Hotel • 5-Star
Hotels near Sofitel
(Approx. $250/night)
- Hotel Muse Seoul
- The Ambassador Seoul
Jamsil Area Hotels
(Approx. $70-100/night)
Hotels near Jamsil
- Jamsil Delight Hotel
- Rosana Hotel
5 min walking distance to concert venue (Sofitel Ambassador Hotel)
The Castle Jamsil • 2-Star
Orosie Tourist Hotel • 2-Star
Jamsil Delight Hotel • 2-Star
Gangnam Area Hotels
(Approx $100-150/night)
- Gangnam Family Hotel
- Hotel Cappuccino
15-20 min metro ride to Sofitel (the metro is very easy and affordable in Seoul)
Shilla Stay Samsung COEX Center • 4-Star
Hilton Garden Inn Gangnam • 4-Star
Best Western Premier Gangnam Hotel • 3-Star
AC Hotel Seoul Gangnam • 4-Star
Airbnb
Airbnb homes are located near the Sofitel. You can also search for accommodations close to attractions like Lotte World Aquarium and Seoul Sky.
Sightseeing
The schedule is still being planned and is subject to change based on Sri Swamiji's approval.
Here is list of potential site seeing activities:
National Museum of Korea
Lotte Aquarium / Sky Tower
Changgyeonggung Palace
Gyeonghuigung Palace
Seoul Botanical Garden
Seoul Bus Tour
Olympic Park
Contact
Kaliji: +1 (310) 428-4119
Hari: +1 (540) 998-4858
Food
Indian Restaurants
Saravanaa Bhavan - 100% vegetarian restaurant (35-40 min from Sofitel)
Ganga, Agra, Kitchen of India - vegetarian options (5 min from Sofitel)
Vegan/Vegetarian
Rooted Seoul - 5 min from Sofitel
Plant Cafe Itaewon - 25 min from Sofitel
ALT.a (Michelin-rated Chinese restaurant) - 25 min from Sofitel
Plantude (COEX Mall) - 15 min from Sofitel
Mahina Vegan Table - 20 min from Sofitel
Visa
• India passport holders will need a visa to visit South Korea
Please click link below for application:
South Korea Visa Application
• USA passport holders do not need a visa to visit South Korea
• For other countries, check with the local Korean Embassy
Transportation
• Uber, taxi are easily available in Seoul
• Metro is the most affordable option and is easy to navigate
• From Incheon Airport: express buses are available to most hotel areas
Google Maps will only provide directions for public transportation in Korea (Metro, buses)
You can still search for location and estimate the directions (mostly for walking)*For full navigation - Use Apple Maps or download Naver Maps
(South Korea's navigation app) to get directions
Venue
Sofitel Ambassador Hotel
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
209 Jamsil-ro, Songpa District, Seoul, South Korea
Seoul Schedule
• October 24
Sri Swamiji arrives in Seoul• October 26
Śri Korea Rāga Sāgara
Free Admission
Please reserve Here
to confirm attendance• October 27 - October 29
Sightseeing
If Sri Swamiji wishes to join any sightseeing activities, the plans will be announced to all.
Devotees can then make their own arrangements to join.• October 30
Sri Swamiji will depart from Seoul