Seoul was awash with the signs: BTS is back. Landmarks were illuminated. Museums launched exhibitions. Stores rolled out offerings in purple, the fandom’s signature color: pastries, ice cream, drinks, pizza. A drone show projected the faces of the K-pop supergroup’s seven members over the city.

This was my first time visiting South Korea, and Seoul instantly surprised me. In this video, you’ll see the first impressions, the energy of the city, and the little details that make it so unique. From streets and food to culture and everyday life,

BTS fans are flocking to two Seoul spots that once served as bases for the group when they were training to be K-pop stars