Gyujanggak Library of Seoul National University (서울대학교 규장각)

14.1Km 2022-07-27

1, Gwanak-ro, Gwanak-gu, Seoul
+82-2-880-6030

Gyujanggak Library was founded in 1776 during the reign of King Jeongjo, the 22nd ruler of the Joseon dynasty, at which time it was located within the Changdeokgung Palace grounds. It functioned as the royal library, which housed writings of the previous kings, their relics and books from home and abroad.

Today Seoul National University maintains the items of Gyujanggak in a traditional Korean building which is equipped with state-of-the-art facilities necessary for the preservation of cultural heritages. Moreover, Gyujanggak Library of Seoul National University collects and publishes books from a variety of sectors such as politics, economy and society.

Gyujanggak now houses more than 270,000 items including 7 national treasures, 8 treasures, 180,000-plus old books, about 50,000 documents and 18,000 printing blocks. Among them, Joseon Wangjo Sillok (the Annals of the Joseon Dynasty, a National Treasure), Seungjeongwon Ilgi (the Diaries of the Royal Secretariat, a National Treasure) and Uigwe (the Royal Protocols of the Joseon Dynasty) have been designated as UNESCO World Cultural Heritages.

Museum of Art, Seoul National University (서울대학교미술관)

14.1Km 2021-03-03

1, Gwanak-ro, Gwanak-gu, Seoul
+82-2-880-9504

Museum of Art, Seoul National University was established as an independent institution in 1995 after several years of development under the Department of Modern Art at Seoul National University Museum. It is the first university art museum in Korea dedicated exclusively to modern and contemporary art. Designed by the world-renowned architect Rem Koolhaas, the museum was constructed and donated by the Samsung Group. It has evolved into a cultural complex equipped with exhibition halls, auditorium, classrooms, and other educational facilities. The museum places special emphasis on educational programs that are open not just to the university's students and faculty, but also to the local community. In addition to modern and contemporary artworks, the museum brings together and exhibits diverse forms of art and culture such as architecture, music, literature, film, and theater.

Seoul National University (서울대학교)

14.1Km 2023-07-07

1, Gwanak-ro, Gwanak-gu, Seoul
+82-2-880-5114

Founded in 1946, Seoul National University is the most reputable university in Korea based on its long academic history and tradition. It was the first national university in Korea established by merging several institutions of higher education around the Seoul area, including Kyongsong University

Nike - Lotte Jungdong Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (나이키 롯데중동)

14.2Km 2024-04-17

7F, 300, Gilju-ro, Bucheon-si, Gyeonggi-do

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Kumkang Shoes - Lotte Jungdong Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (KK롯데중동(금강 금강제화))

14.2Km 2024-04-23

2F, 300, Gilju-ro, Bucheon-si, Gyeonggi-do

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Uniqlo - Lotte Jungdong Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (유니클로 롯데중동)

14.2Km 2024-04-18

6F, 300, Gilju-ro, Bucheon-si, Gyeonggi-do

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Lotte Department Store - Store Jungdong Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (롯데백화점 중동점)

14.2Km 2024-04-23

300, Gilju-ro, Bucheon-si, Gyeonggi-do

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Galaxy - Lotte Jungdong Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (갤럭시 롯데 중동점)

14.2Km 2024-04-19

300, Gilju-ro, Bucheon-si, Gyeonggi-do

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Beanpole Men - Lotte Jungdong Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (빈폴 남성 롯데 중동점)

14.2Km 2024-04-23

300, Gilju-ro, Bucheon-si, Gyeonggi-do

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Heungbu Bossam (흥부보쌈)

14.2Km 2024-10-15

15-13 Sillim-ro 59-gil, Gwanak-gu, Seoul
+82-2-888-9464

It's a great place to hold group dining and gathering. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Gwanak-gu, Seoul. The most famous menu is kimchi cabbage wraps with pork.

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