Apple announces the opening of the largest Apple Store in South Korea

Apple announced that South Korea's largest Apple Store is about to open in the capital Seoul. The store will be located in the historic center of the city - Central District. The Cupertino company says the centerpoint Myeongdong store will provide a source of inspiration...

Apple made the announcement on its South Korean website.

"Apple Myeongdong. See you later.

South Korea's largest Apple Store is coming to Myeongdong Center Point, in the splendid center of Seoul, where people from all over the world continue to visit.

Through this store, we aim to provide a source of inspiration open to all, where imagination and creativity thrive. Apple Myeongdong, a place where you and we can communicate and inspire each other. A place that will shine with everyone's sparkling ideas.

Waiting for you. "

The Central District is known for its mix of historic buildings, traditional markets, and upscale retail. It is also home to the iconic Dongdaemun Dexing Square Wall.

"Jung-gu is Seoul's historic urban center, alternating old and new. It includes modern facilities such as high-rise office buildings, department stores and shopping centers...However, it is also a traditional center, where historical sites such as Deoksugung Palace and Namdaemun sits.

Jung-gu is home to cultural sites such as the landmark N Seoul Tower on Namsan Mountain, Myeongdong Cathedral, the Bank of Korea Museum, and Gwangtong Hall. The oldest continuously operating bank building in Korea since March 2001....It has become one of the city's protected cultural relics.

The Myeongdong neighborhood is one of the most famous shopping districts and popular tourist destinations in Korea..."

The company is yet to announce an opening date for the new South Korean store.

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