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Bugaksan Mountain (북악산)

Bugaksan Mountain (북악산)

4.9 Km    102211     2024-03-04

Cheongun-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-765-0297

Bugaksan Mountain is the mountain that one can see behind the Gyeongbokgung Palace and the Cheong Wa Dae to the north. Hanyangdoseong, the city wall that surrounded the historic capital of Hanyang, was built by connecting the ridges of this mountain. These walls can still be found today, having been preserved quite well. Different trails weave through the area along the Hanyangdoseong, the Seoul City Wall, and one can visit these trails at night as well. Bugak Skyway is a road that connects Changuimun Gate to Jeongneung Royal Tomb, and one can get a great view of Seoul’s city center from the Palgakjeong Pavilion on Bugak Skyway. 

Changuimun Gate - Jahamun Gate (창의문(자하문))

Changuimun Gate - Jahamun Gate (창의문(자하문))

4.9 Km    18396     2020-04-02

118, Changuimun-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2148-1822

Changuimun Gate was often called Jahamun Gate. It was one of four mini-gates in the north surrounding the walled city of Hanyang (Seoul) during the Joseon dynasty. After the closure of Sukjeongmun Gate, one of the four main gates, Changuimun Gate became a favorite north gate. Hence, people also called Changuimun the North Gate. It is the only gate among four mini gates that is still in its original state. Although it is small, almost 50m² in terms of size, it looks very firm and sturdy. While Dongsomun Gate, another of the four mini gates, is decorated with a phoenix, Changuimun Gate is adorned with a wooden chicken along its rafters. The reason behind the wooden chicken was that the chicken was believed to be the nemesis of the centipede. People believed that installing the wooden chicken was important to overcome the harmful spirit of the centipede.

Hwachang Co., Ltd. - Seoul Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (화창토산 서울)

Hwachang Co., Ltd. - Seoul Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (화창토산 서울)

4.9 Km    0     2024-04-18

212, Yeonhui-ro, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul

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Mok In Museum Mok Seok Won (목인박물관 목석원)

Mok In Museum Mok Seok Won (목인박물관 목석원)

4.9 Km    12323     2021-09-01

46-1, Changuimun-ro 5-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-722-5066

Mok In Museum Mok Seok Won relocated in 2019 from Insa-dong to Buam-dong. Six exhibition halls offer visitors a look at wooden figures from around the world. Mokin refers to traditional wooden sculptures carved in shapes of human figures or various animals. The museum holds around 12,000 wooden folk sculptures including those used to decorate funeral carriages and temples mostly from the Joseon dynasty up to modern times. The museum also has an outdoor exhibition hall that harmonizes the sculptures with nature.

Olive Young - Sangam Prugio City Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 상암푸르지오시티)

Olive Young - Sangam Prugio City Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 상암푸르지오시티)

5.0 Km    0     2024-04-22

Store #S-102 (New Bldg.), 25, World Cup buk-ro 54-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul

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Olive Young - Sangam MBC Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 상암MBC)

Olive Young - Sangam MBC Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 상암MBC)

5.0 Km    0     2024-04-17

Store #102, 1F MBC Broadcastin Station Shopping Center, 267, Seongam-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul

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Cheongun Literature Library (청운문학도서관)

5.0 Km    0     2023-08-16

40 , Jahamun-ro 36-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul

Cheongun Literature Library is located at the foot of Inwangsan Mountain and can be reached by following the mountain's walking trail starting from Changuimun Gate along the fortress wall. This public hanok library is designed in consideration of the sloped topography and the natural scenery of Inwangsan Mountain. The library consists of two floors: an underground floor and a ground floor. While the ground floor is designed as a traditional hanok, the underground floor is made of concrete to support the hanok building and the spacious outdoor yard. By implementing the natural slope in the library's design, the underground southern entrance is exposed, allowing sunlight to enter. The underground floor features a wide collection of books while the ground floor serves as a place for reading. The natural environment surrounding the library adds to the hanok building's traditional and peaceful charms.

Bugakjeong Isang Galbi (북악정(이상갈비))

Bugakjeong Isang Galbi (북악정(이상갈비))

5.0 Km    9466     2020-04-28

6, Pyeongchang 36-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-394-2340

Bugakjeong Isang Galbi is an oasis located in the middle of the city. The restaurant has been known for its marinated galbi (served with a wide variety of side dishes) since the beginning of its impressive history of over 30 years. For the comfort of its diners, the grounds also include a free lounge.

Olens - Sangam DMC Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (오렌즈 상암 DMC)

Olens - Sangam DMC Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (오렌즈 상암 DMC)

5.2 Km    0     2024-04-17

Store #R101 (Nuri Dream Square, Sangam-dong), 396, World Cup buk-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul

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Digital Pavilion (디지털 파빌리온)

Digital Pavilion (디지털 파빌리온)

5.2 Km    7311     2021-02-01

396, World Cup buk-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2132-1179

Digital Pavilion is a space for IT companies to market their company and product. I City is a futuristic city that has streets, schools, culture, and lifestyle of the future. In the ICT center, visitors can learn about the fundamentals of ICT in a fun way. In particular, the VR Developing Bed offers many programs, although reservations are required.