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Dongnimmun Gate (독립문)

2.2Km    2022-12-15

251, Tongil-ro, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul

Dongnimmun stands at the location originally known as Yeongeun, where envoys were once treated. When a Chinese envoy visited, the King would go out through this door to greet. In 1898, to announce the independence from Japan, Dongnimun was constructed with the fund collected by the citizens. The traces of the past still remain on Dongnimmun with two pillars in front of Dongnimmun being the remains of Yeongeunmun.

The Arc de Triomphe in France can be recalled in comparison to Dongnimmun. Dongnimmun was built using granite with a passageway x_height of 14.28 meters. On the top it is written ‘Dongnimmun’ in Korean with the national flag drawn on each side. On the inner-left side there are stone stairs leading to the attic. The national flower Mugunghwa are planted around Dongnimmun. Now it is surrounded by roads and it is eye-catching to view when passing by.

Innisfree - Myeong-dong 2(i)-ga Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (이니스프리 명동2가점)

2.2Km    2024-04-22

1F, 2F (Myeongdong 2-ga), 27, Myeongdong 10-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul

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

2.2Km    2024-06-26

114, Dongsung-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul

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Bugak Skyway Palgakjeong Pavilion (북악스카이 팔각정)

2.2Km    2024-12-31

267 Bugaksan-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul

Bugak Skyway Palgakjeong Pavilion exudes a tranquil, serene beauty regardless of the season. The pavilion, which sits on Bugaksan's 1,652,900 square meter summit at an altitude of 345 meters, was built in a traditional Korean-style and became a popular attraction within the city. There are also spaces for visitors to enjoy food and drinks.

Myeongdong Kyoja (명동교자)

2.2Km    2024-03-25

29 Myeongdong 10-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-776-5348

Since 1970, Myeongdong Kyoja has been a staple in Myeongdong for its kalguksu (noodle soup), believed to be the progenitor of the Myeongdong-style kalguksu known for its rich broth and delicious gyoja (mandu). The restaurant's hallmark dish, kalguksu, features handmade noodles served in a deep, flavorful broth. In addition to its famous noodle soup, other beloved dishes include mandu and bibim guksu (spicy noodles).

JUST MALE FRIEND, FEMALE FRIEND(남사친 여사친)

2.2Km    2025-06-10

서울특별시 종로구 대학로12길 49 (동숭동)

Ongals(옹알스)

2.2Km    2025-09-18

서울특별시 종로구 대학로12길 49 (동숭동)
02-593-2012

Hangover(행오버)

2.2Km    2025-09-15

서울특별시 종로구 대학로12길 69 (동숭동)

From Nameless Promises(이름 없는 약속들로부터)

2.2Km    2025-09-16

서울특별시 종로구 대학로12길 69 (동숭동)

Art Center K (아트센터 K)

2.2Km    2022-09-08

101, Dongsung-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul

Art Center K (formerly Wonder Space) opened in February 2012, offers art programs in Daehangno, a neighborhood of youth, romance and culture. It also supports artists through creative activities, exchanges, and trainings, while serving as a performing art hall where people can participate in artistic and creative activities.

Art Center K's three theaters feature unique stages and audience spaces: Donggeurami (Circular) Theater, Semo (Triangle) Theater, and Nemo (Square) Theater. One stage hosts fun and educational open-run performances for children, while the other two theaters offer popular plays, musicals, concerts, and other cultural events.