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Bucheon Bow Museum (부천활박물관)

8.1Km    2021-12-23

482, Sosa-ro, Bucheon-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-32-614-2678

Reflected by the outstanding performance of Korean archers at recent Olympic games, Koreans have an esteemed reputation for their skills in archery and craftsmanship. But this undoubted skill has historical precedent, as bows were an important weapon of war throughout Korean history. The Bucheon Bow Museum was established to show visitors the spirit of Korean archery, and demonstrate its ancestral traditions of bowyer craftsmanship. The museum houses traditional bows (gukgung), which are considered prized cultural pieces, and have been made by a Bucheon family, which has fostered a lineage of bowyers across five generations. In addition, the museum exhibits various pieces and articles related to archery.

Mapodaegyo Bridge (마포대교 야경)

Mapodaegyo Bridge (마포대교 야경)

8.1Km    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.

Olens - Hapjeong Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (오렌즈 합정)

Olens - Hapjeong Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (오렌즈 합정)

8.1Km    2024-04-18

9, Dongmak-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul

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Lee Glasses - Hongdae Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (이기대안경 홍대점)

8.1Km    2024-06-27

1F, 56, Dongmak-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul

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Mangwon Hangang Park (한강시민공원 망원지구 (망원한강공원))

Mangwon Hangang Park (한강시민공원 망원지구 (망원한강공원))

8.1Km    2024-10-23

467, Maponaru-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul

Near Mapo-gu, Mangwon Hangang Park is situated on the northern part of the river, between Wonhyodaegyo Bridge and Seongsandaegyo Bridge. It offers lush grass perfect for picnics and promenades. Since it’s located close to the World Cup Stadium, this spacious park is often full of residents and visitors. There is a wide array of excellent amenities: a bike trail, an outdoor swimming pool, sports facilities, and a dock for water sports such as yachting, waterskiing, and motor boating. Cultural attractions near the park include Mangwon Pavilion and Jeoldusan Martyrs’ Shrine.

Africa Eyewear - Hapjeong Kyobo Book Centre Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (아프리카안경원 합정교보문고점)

Africa Eyewear - Hapjeong Kyobo Book Centre Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (아프리카안경원 합정교보문고점)

8.1Km    2024-04-22

B2 13-1, 2, 14, World Cup-ro 1-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul

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Hottracks - Hapjeong Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (핫트랙스 합정점)

Hottracks - Hapjeong Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (핫트랙스 합정점)

8.1Km    2024-04-22

14, World Cup-ro 1-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul

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Olive Young - KYOBO BOOK CENTRE Hapjeong Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 합정교보)

Olive Young - KYOBO BOOK CENTRE Hapjeong Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 합정교보)

8.1Km    2024-04-22

14, World Cup-ro 1-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul

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Saenamteo Catholic Holy Place of the Martyrs (새남터기념성당)

Saenamteo Catholic Holy Place of the Martyrs (새남터기념성당)

8.1Km    2020-03-31

80-8, Ichon-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul
+82-2-716-1791

When taking the subway from Seoul Station to Yongsan Station, you will notice a tall and distinct hanok (traditional Korean architecture) building; this is Saenamteo Catholic Holy Place of the Martyrs. Construction of the building began in 1984, the year of the 200th anniversary of Catholicism in Korea, and was completed after three years.

Also called "Nodeul" and "Sanamgi," Saenamteo was used as a military training ground during the early Joseon period. It was also the place where convicted felons and the Sayuksin (the six martyred ministers) were executed.

Many Catholics were executed here during the Sinyu Persecution of 1801, the Gihae Persecution of 1839, the Byeongo Persecution of 1846, and the Byeongin Persecution of 1866. Among those executed were 11 priests including the first Korean priest Kim Taegon (Andrew), the first Chinese priest that came to Korea Ju Mun Mo (Jacobus), the first French priest that came to Korea Bishop Imbert and other Catholics including Hyeon Seok-mun. There is also an altar here where the remains of nine Catholic saints are enshrined.