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Heunginjimun Gate - Dongdaemun Gate (흥인지문)

8.3Km    2025-10-23

288, Jong-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2148-1842

Heunginjimun Gate was built to protect Hanseongbu, which historically housed essential government facilities. Heunginjimun Gate was the gate on the east side of the outer wall of Seoul Fortress among eight gates. It is referred to as Dongdaemun Gate as well. The gate was constructed during King Taejo’s 5th year in 1396, remodeled during the reign of King Danjong in 1453, and was newly built in 1869 during the sixth year of King Gojong’s reign in 1869.

The gate features a hipped roof with five front and two side compartments on a two-storied building. The thin and weak bracket system supports the eaves and is excessively decorated, reflecting the construction features of the late Joseon period. Also, outside of the fortress is the half-circle-shaped Ongseong, a small wall, to protect the gate.

One of the unique factors of Heunginjimun Gate is that it is the only gate among Seoul’s eight to have Ongseong, further exhibiting the style of construction used during the late Joseon period.

Pizzeria O Main Branch (핏제리아오 대학로 본점)

8.3Km    2023-12-22

86 Dongsung-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul

A restaurant in Daehak-ro that recreates the original taste of pizza from Naples, Italy, the home of pizza. All classic pizzas, starting with the Margherita Bufala Pizza, are baked in a wood-fired oven. Pasta and salads are also made personally by the chef, so customer satisfaction is guaranteed. The chef of this branch had won first place at the 2019 World Pizza Championship in Rome. He gained public attention by appearing in various variety shows, such as “Kang's Kitchen Season 3 (2019)” and “Running Man (2010-),” which made him more recognized by the public. Pizzeria O’s pizza dough is characterized by chewy yet light texture.

CU - Dongsoong Art Center Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (cu동숭아트점)

8.3Km    2024-06-26

114, Dongsung-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul

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Sooyeon Sanbang (수연산방)

8.3Km    2025-10-23

8 Seongbuk-ro 26-gil, Seongbuk-gu, Seoul

Sooyeon Sanbang is a traditional tea house located in Seongbuk-dong. It was originally built during the Japanese colonial period and was the hanok of the literary figure Lee Taejun. Today, it is operated as a tea house by the writer's granddaughter. The name Sooyeon Sanbang means "a house where literati gather in the mountains." Visitors can enjoy traditional teas such as daechucha (jujube tea) and ssanghwacha (medicinal herb tea), along with snacks like injeolmi (bean-powder-coated rice cake).

Vamp X Hunter(뱀프 X 헌터)

8.3Km    2025-09-12

서울특별시 종로구 동숭길 94 (동숭동)

Olive Young - Cheonggu Station Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 청구역)

8.3Km    2024-04-18

A section of 1F, 168, Dasan-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul

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Goyang West Five Royal Tombs [UNESCO World Heritage] (고양 서오릉 [유네스코 세계문화유산])

8.3Km    2024-02-19

334-32 Seooreung-ro, Deogyang-gu, Goyang-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-2-359-0090

Goyang West Five Royal Tombs is an important historical site comprising a cluster of five royal tombs from the Joseon dynasty, located in the western region. This significant group include the tombs of Crown Prince Uigyeong (1438-1457), the eldest son of King Sejo, at Gyeongneung; King Yejong at Changneung; Crown Prince Sunhui at Sunchangwon; Queen Ingyeong at Ingneung; King Sukjong at Myeongneung; and Queen Jeongseong at Hongneung. Touring these sites typically takes about an hour. Additionally, there's a walking trail behind Ingneung, allowing visitors to enjoy the surrounding forest in spring and summer, as well as the vibrant maple trees in autumn.

Aank Air Hotel Gaebong (아늑에어 호텔 개봉점)

8.4Km    2025-08-18

38-12 Nambusunhwan-ro 95-gil, Guro-gu, Seoul

Aank Air Hotel Gaebong is located 2 minute's walking distance from Gaebong Station, making it a convenient location for guests who opt to use the subway for traveling in Seoul. The hotel takes cleanliness and comfort seriously, making sure the guests enjoy their experience during their stay. The hotel offers a basic standard room type for comfort and a movie room for entertainment, each carefully curated to meet guests' needs and interests.

Jinkwang Sports [Tax Refund Shop] (진광스포츠)

8.4Km    2024-06-27

298, Cheonggyecheon-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul

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Olive Young - Gasan Digital Complex Station Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 가산디지털단지역)

8.4Km    2024-04-18

286, Beotkkot-ro, Geumcheon-gu, Seoul

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