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Seoul Mongchontoseong Earthen Fortification (서울 몽촌토성)

Seoul Mongchontoseong Earthen Fortification (서울 몽촌토성)

18.5Km    2024-03-12

424, Olympic-ro, Songpa-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2147-2814

Mongchontoseong Earthen Fortification is an ancient earthen fortress built during the Hanseong period of the ancient Korean kingdom of Baekje (BC 18-AD 660). It is believed to have been constructed in the 3rd to 4th centuries. Utilizing the natural advantages of the Hangang River, it served defensive purposes with its trench  and log barrier. Excavated relics from the Baekje era are on display at the Seoul Baekje Museum. The site is situated within the Olympic Park in Songpa, Seoul.

Taereung and Gangneung Royal Tombs [UNESCO World Heritage] (서울 태릉과 강릉 [유네스코 세계문화유산])

Taereung and Gangneung Royal Tombs [UNESCO World Heritage] (서울 태릉과 강릉 [유네스코 세계문화유산])

18.5Km    2022-09-19

681, Hwarang-ro, Nowon-gu, Seoul
+82-2-972-0370

Designated as a Historic Site, Taereung & Gangneung Royal Tombs is comprised of two tombs. Taereung Royal Tomb houses the burial mound of Queen Munjeong who was the second queen of King Jungjong, the 11th King of the Joseon dynasty, and Gangneung Royal Tomb houses the burial mounds of King Myeongjong, the 13th King of Joseon dynasty, and Queen Insun. King Myeongjong ascended the throne after his elder brother, King Injong, when he was twelve years old at Geunjeongjeon Hall in Gyeongbokgung Palace in 1545. The king’s mother, Queen Munjeong ruled behind the scenes, acting as guardian for eight years.

Mongchon Museum of History (몽촌역사관)

Mongchon Museum of History (몽촌역사관)

18.6Km    2021-08-13

424, Olympic-ro, Songpa-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2152-5900

The Mongchon Museum of History, located within Olympic Park, displays artifacts from the excavations of Mongchontoseong Fortress, such as earthen fortifications as well as other artifacts of the Baekje Kingdom period, offering a glimpse into Baekje culture. A model of a Baekje dugout hut site reveals ancient dwelling patterns. Also, the facility displays a perfectly preserved model of ancient houses and tombs, giving visitors the feel of traveling back to prehistoric ages.

BTMedi Inc. (주식회사 비티메디)

18.6Km    2025-10-23

#605, 32-19 Gobong-ro, Ilsandong-gu, Goyang-si, Gyeonggi-do

BTMedi is a representative company specializing in medical tourism in Korea. It offers optimum medical services for international patients by leveraging its multi-year experience and expertise.
The company operates Koreamedis.com, the largest medical tourism platform in Korea. BTMedi's one-stop concierge services, including hospital reservation, medical interpretation, and accommodation & transportation support, guarantee patients a comfortable and safe medical travel experience.
BTMedi puts the highest priority on customers' health and satisfaction and offers customized medical solutions considering each patient's individual needs. Enjoy your medical tour in Korea safely and comfortably with BTMedi, a trusted partner committed to providing the best medical experience.

medicity Co., Ltd (주식회사 메디씨티)

18.6Km    2025-10-23

#302, 43-55 Mugunghwa-ro, Ilsandong-gu, Goyang-si, Gyeonggi-do

MediCity Co., Ltd. is an integrated medical tourism platform with branches in Indonesia and Korea.
Through the K-MediTour program, it provides systematic support from initial consultation to treatment, accommodation, tourism, and post-care after returning home.
It collaborates with specialized hospitals to deliver personalized medical services and includes cultural experiences in Seoul and Gangwon.

The Catholic Univ. of Kroea Incheon ST.Mary's Hospital (가톨릭대학교 인천성모병원)

18.6Km    2025-10-23

56 Dongsu-ro, Bupyeong-gu, Incheon

The Catholic University of Korea Incheon St. Mary’s Hospital was founded in 1955 as the first university hospital in the Incheon area. In 2018, we opened the country's first brain hospital with 204 beds. Today, with 24 departments, 31 clinical divisions, and 26 specialty centers, we are at the forefront of cutting-edge medicine in brain, cancer, heart, organ transplant, robotic surgery, and more.  

We have excelled in a variety of areas of evaluation, as exemplified by the accreditation of the Ministry of Health and Welfare Healthcare Organization Accreditation, designation as the best hospital in the emergency medical center evaluation, the best hospital for stroke treatment, and the top rating in colorectal cancer care by the Korea Health Insurance Review and Assessment Service.

We boast a history of leading the adoption of cutting-edge equipment including:
2017: First university hospital in Incheon to introduce next-generation sequencing (NGS) 
2018: First hospital in Korea to introduce MRIdian LINAC, a radiation cancer treatment machine
2019: Authorized to perform Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation (TAVI)
2020: Opened the Center for Genetic and Rare Diseases
2021: Introduced Halcyon 3.0, the latest 4th generation robotic surgery machine as the most advanced radiation cancer treatment machine
2023: Introduced SPECT-CT, Digital PET-CT and others

Buramsan Butterfly Garden (불암산나비정원)

Buramsan Butterfly Garden (불암산나비정원)

18.7Km    2024-07-19

51-27 Hangeulbiseok-ro 12-gil, Nowon-gu, Seoul

Buramsan Butterfly Garden is located within Buramsan Healing Town in Nowon. It is an exhibition garden where one can observe live butterflies all year round. The main building's first floor comprises an incubation center, a breeding center, and a butterfly greenhouse while the second floor is used as an insect education center. At the insect education center, visiors can observe materials related to and specimens of endangered insect species. Groups require a reservation in advance.

Dobongsan Mountain (도봉산)

Dobongsan Mountain (도봉산)

18.7Km    2021-06-29

Dobong-dong, Dobong-gu, Seoul
+82-2-954-2566

Dobongsan Mountain, located in the northeastern section of Bukhansan National Park, is known for the magnificent rock formations of the main peak, Jaunbong Peak (740.2 m), as well as Manjangbong, Seoninbong, Jubong, Obong Peaks and Uiam Rock. Seoninbong Peak in particular has 37 hiking courses, including the famous Bakjwi (Bat) Course.

The mountain is also home to Cheonchuksa Temple, the oldest temple in the region, and several other temples including Mangwolsa and Hoeryongsa Temples, as well as a number of beautiful valleys such as Dobonggyegok, Songchugyegok, Obonggyegok and Yeongeocheongyegok Valleys. Dobongsan Mountain is easily accessible by public transportation, making it a popular attraction for people living in Seoul.

Seoul Miz Hospital (서울미즈병원)

18.7Km    2025-10-23

1041 Cheonho-daero, Gangdong-gu, Seoul

Seoul Miz Hospital is a women’s specialized hospital located in Gangdong-gu, Seoul. It provides medical services in obstetrics and gynecology, breast and thyroid surgery, internal medicine, dermatology and plastic surgery, and pediatrics, while also operating a health promotion center. With its newly expanded building, the hospital has established an International Medical Center to support the treatment of foreign patients.

Namdong Street of Lights (남동 빛의 거리)

Namdong Street of Lights (남동 빛의 거리)

18.9Km    2025-06-09

Mansu-dong, Namdong-gu, Incheon
82+32-453-2143

Namdong Street of Lights not only offers spectacular scenery highlighting local charms, but also provides a variety of entertainment such as busking performances, local arts, and more to offer a leisurely retreat for the local residents and tourists alike.