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THE FIRST STAY (더퍼스트스테이 호텔)

THE FIRST STAY (더퍼스트스테이 호텔)

19.6Km    2024-12-23

23 , Magokdong-ro 4-gil, Gangseo-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2600-8300

The First Stay Hotel, located in Magok-dong, Gangseo-gu, Seoul, is chosen by many frequent business trippers as well as domestic and foreign travelers because of its modern styling, practical prices, and convenient transport links. Gimpo Airport is 10 minutes and Incheon International Airport just 30 minutes away, while subway and bus stops are within a 5-minute walk. The hotel has ample parking space, and self-catering is possible in some rooms.

Lotte Mart - Seocho Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (롯데마트 서초점)

Lotte Mart - Seocho Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (롯데마트 서초점)

19.7Km    2024-04-22

12, Seocho-daero 38-gil, Seocho-gu, Seoul

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ABC-Mart - NC Gangseo Store Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (ABC마트 NC 강서점)

ABC-Mart - NC Gangseo Store Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (ABC마트 NC 강서점)

19.7Km    2024-04-18

17, Gangseo-ro 56-gil, Gangseo-gu, Seoul

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ER NC Department Store - Gangseo Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (ER NC백화점 강서)

ER NC Department Store - Gangseo Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (ER NC백화점 강서)

19.7Km    2024-04-23

17, Gangseo-ro 56-gil, Gangseo-gu, Seoul

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Yeonpo Galbi (연포갈비)

Yeonpo Galbi (연포갈비)

19.7Km    2024-12-02

56-1, Jeongjo-ro 906beon-gil, Paldal-gu, Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-255-1337

This restaurant occupies a remodeled public bath and inn, preserving the original chimney from its bathhouse days. Known for offering Suwon wanggalbi at relatively affordable prices, it also serves galbitang (galbi soup) exclusively during lunchtime on weekdays. Due to limited availability, galbitang often sells out quickly. 

Bongsanok (봉산옥)

19.7Km    2024-03-25

5-6 Banpo-daero 8-gil, Seocho-gu, Seoul
+82-2-525-2282

Bongsanok, located near the Seoul Arts Center, specializes in manduguk (mandu soup), known for its signature spicy twist with a generous sprinkling of chili pepper powder. The restaurant’s celebrated manduguk features Hwanghae-do-style mandu, stuffed with a savory blend of minced meat, kimchi cabbage, bean sprouts, and chives, all served in a rich beef brisket broth that has been meticulously boiled for twelve hours.

Olive Young - Balsan Station Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 발산역)

Olive Young - Balsan Station Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 발산역)

19.7Km    2024-04-17

385, Gangseo-ro, Gangseo-gu, Seoul

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Olive Young - Seorae Village Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 서래마을)

Olive Young - Seorae Village Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 서래마을)

19.7Km    2024-04-22

39, Seorae-ro, Seocho-gu, Seoul

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Mapodaegyo Bridge (마포대교 야경)

Mapodaegyo Bridge (마포대교 야경)

19.7Km    2021-03-26

Mapo-dong, Mapo-gu, Seoul
+82-2-3153-8365

Mapodaegyo Bridge connects Yonggang-dong, Mapo-gu and Yeouido-dong, Yeongdeungpo-gu. The bridge is 1,400 meters long and 25 meters wide (6-lane road), and was the fourth bridge to be built over the Hangang River, following the construction of Hannam Bridge. The construction of the bridge first started in February of 1968 and was completed in May of 1970. At the time of its completion the bridge was named Seouldaegyo Bridge, but was later changed to Mapodaegyo Bridge in 1984.

Hwahongmun Gate (화홍문(華虹門))

Hwahongmun Gate (화홍문(華虹門))

19.7Km    2025-10-23

377 Suwoncheon-ro, Paldal-gu, Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do

Hwahongmun Gate refers to the northern gate of Hwaseong Fortress among the two main gates installed to control the flow of Suwoncheon Stream that cuts through the fortress. Hwahongmun Gate consists of seven arched watergates in varying sizes. The watergate at the center is larger than the others to control the water flow effectively.

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Hwahongmun Gate is known for its beautiful nighttime view, with warm illuminations casting a glow over the gates and walkways. The bridge in front of Hwahongmun, where Sun-jae confessed his feelings to Sol, has become a popular photo spot for fans looking to capture a piece of the romance.