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Maeheon Citizen's Forest (매헌시민의 숲)

Maeheon Citizen's Forest (매헌시민의 숲)

6.0Km    2022-12-21

99, Maeheon-ro, Seocho-gu, Seoul
+82-2-575-3895

Maeheon Citizen's Forest, located near Yangjae Tollgate, was created in anticipation of the Seoul Asian Games in 1986 and the 24th Olympic Games in 1988. The forest provides a scenic habitat for 94,800 trees of 43 different species including pine, zelkova, purple bloom maple, horse chestnut, and nut pine. These trees are rarely seen in cities and the park is a popular date spot for couples. In the fall, the trees in the park bear an abundance of persimmons and quinces.

Amenities and facilities include an outdoor wedding hall, walking course, basketball court, volleyball court (also used for foot volleyball), tennis court, barefoot walking path, and outdoor workout equipment. Memorial sites and monuments like the memorial of Patriot Yun Bong-Gil can also be found scattered throughout the park grounds.

Hwanggeum Kongbat (황금콩밭)

Hwanggeum Kongbat (황금콩밭)

6.0Km    2025-10-31

9 Mapo-daero 16-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul

Hwanggeum Kongbat specializes in bean curd, using 100% Korean-grown soybeans and salt to make their bean curd fresh daily. The restaurant is famous for their method of making a bean curd that is smooth and maintains the nutty yet sweet flavor of the soybeans.

Seoul Center for National Intangible Cultural Asset (서울국가무형문화재전수회관)

Seoul Center for National Intangible Cultural Asset (서울국가무형문화재전수회관)

6.0Km    2023-06-13

406, Bongeunsa-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
+82-2-566-6300

Created by the government to hand down traditions and preserve important, intangible cultural assets, the center supports cultural masters in the training of their pupils and their efforts to promote Korean traditional culture to the general public.

The center houses 8 groups that represent the music field. Serving not only as a training ground for those specializing in the arts, the center also seeks to reach out to the general public through regular programs and recitals. Musicians also participate in musical conferences, events and performances on a national and international level.

There are 12 craft groups at the center that are directed by craft masters who have been designated 'National Intangible Cultural Assets.' Craft groups host a number of training programs.

Other special features of the center include the 'Pungryu,' a 147-seat folk theatre; the 2 or 3 story 'Traditional Craft Hall' with an open-run exhibition hall and planned exhibition hall; a shop selling the works of the artists; a seminar room; a training room; and a practical training room.

Thesogno - Gangnam Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (더소뇨 강남)

Thesogno - Gangnam Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (더소뇨 강남)

6.0Km    2024-04-22

1F, #101, 36, Eonju-ro 172-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

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Eye Dear - Apgujeong Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (아이디어 압구정 [사후면세점])

Eye Dear - Apgujeong Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (아이디어 압구정 [사후면세점])

6.0Km    2024-04-18

Store #101 of Green Point Bldg., 16, Seolleung-ro 153-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

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Ogane Jokbal (오가네족발)

6.0Km    2024-10-14

21 Nonhyeon-ro 36-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
+82-2-575-6608

Ogane Jokbal is known for its jokbal (braised pigs' feet) and bossam (kimchi cabbage wraps with pork). Jokbal (braised pigs' feet) refers to pigs’ legs braised for extended periods. The meat comes out of the braising process chewy and flavorful. Saeujeot (salted shrimp) is used as the sauce. Bossam (kimchi cabbage wraps with pork) and makguksu (buckwheat noodles) are also on the menu. Lunch specials include the bossam jeongsik (kimchi cabbage wraps with pork set menu) and naengmakguksu (cold buckwheat noodles). Ogane Jokbal was included in the MICHELIN Guide Seoul 2019.

Freitag - Apgujeong Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (프라이탁 압구정 [사후면세점])

Freitag - Apgujeong Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (프라이탁 압구정 [사후면세점])

6.0Km    2024-04-22

124, Singomae-ro, Giheung-gu, Yongin-si, Gyeonggi-do

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Liz on with Yonsei Slimline Clinic (리즈온위드 연세슬림라인의원)

6.0Km    2025-10-23

(3rd Floor, Postam Building), 12 Seolleung-ro 153-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

Liz on with Yonsei Slimline Clinic, renowned for its expertise in liposuction, has made its mark across the globe with patients from Korea, Singapore, Mongolia, Vietnam, China, Japan, France, Finland, and Australia. We (Apgujeong Dermatology Clinic and Apgujeong Rodeo Dermatology Clinic) take pride in offering more than just liposuction. Our services also include advanced laser treatments, and we ensure the use of only genuine, precisely measured doses in all procedures.
What sets us apart is our:
Warm, family-like atmosphere
Friendly, highly trained staff
Medical team with doctoral degrees, dedicated to ongoing research and innovation
Our patients particularly appreciate the expertise of Dr. Park Geon-chae, a distinguished figure in skin and obesity treatment with 25 years of experience in Apgujeong, and Dr. Park Ha-yeon.
At Liz on with Yonsei Slimline Clinic, our top priority is helping patients achieve their beauty goals while maintaining a healthy body. Our doctors are deeply committed to research, attending academic conferences regularly, and publishing papers to advance the field. This dedication has attracted doctors from around the world who come to learn from our experts.

Wonjo Hongeo Main Store (원조홍어 본점)

Wonjo Hongeo Main Store (원조홍어 본점)

6.0Km    2024-04-08

200-22 Singil-ro, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul
02-841-2445

Wonjo Hongeo Main Store is a hongeo (fermented skate) specialty restaurant located 20 minutes away from Yeouido Park. The signature dish is hongeo samhap (skate, pork, and kimchi combo), a combination of sliced fermented skate, boiled pork, and aged kimchi, creating a stimulating and unique taste. In addition to hongeo samhap, various skate dishes such as hongeo muchim (skate salad), hongeo jeon (pan-fried battered skate fillet), and hongeo tang (skate soup) are available. Nearby attractions include Yeouido Saetgang Ecological Park and Yongmasan Mountain.

Befor Plastic Sugery [Tax Refund Shop] (비포 성형외과의원)

Befor Plastic Sugery [Tax Refund Shop] (비포 성형외과의원)

6.0Km    2024-04-16

3F, 406, Dosan-daero, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

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