Snapshot of K-Pop: The Gangnam Style Landmark

The Statue of Gangnam Style is a large bronze sculpture at 524 Bongeunsa-ro in Seoul’s upscale Gangnam district, right near the COEX Mall and exhibition center. This striking monument celebrates PSY’s 2012 global sensation “Gangnam Style” with two oversized golden hands frozen in the song’s iconic horse-riding dance pose.

Visitors often gather here to pose for photos, and the atmosphere is lively—music from “Gangnam Style” plays regularly, turning the spot into an interactive tribute for fans and tourists. The area around the statue is bustling, featuring modern Seoul at its trendiest, with luxury shopping, eateries, and the famed Starfield Library nearby. The exuberant, contemporary design of the statue fits perfectly with the neighborhood’s chic energy and commemorates K-pop’s worldwide influence in a playful and memorable way.