Dhaka, Sept. 26 -- Seoul's Jongno 3-ga has turned its maze of historic lanes, hanok homes and late-night food stalls into a winning formula, taking the title of the world's coolest neighbourhood for 2026.

The district, where old Seoul meets a lively mix of cafes, craft shops, restaurants and bars, topped Time Out's annual ranking of 40 neighbourhoods, reports The Independent.

The district previously featured at No. 3 in Time Out's 2021 ranking.

At the heart of Seoul, the district blends old and new, with cafes, restaurants, craft shops, and bars occupying streets lined with traditional architecture.

Once a fading residential area, its Ikseon-dong quarter has become one of Seoul's best-known destinations as businesses moved into its pr...