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King Sejong Statue (세종대왕 동상)

1.3Km    2024-03-04

175, Sejong-daero, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2133-7713

King Sejong Statue can be found at Seoul’s Gwanghawmun Square. The statue commemorates King Sejong the Great (1397-1450, reign 1418-1450), the fourth king of Joseon (1392-1897). He is thought to be the greatest king in Korean history, for he is credited with great developments in science and technology, expansion of Joseon’s territory, and the creation of the Korean script, [Hangeul]. King Sejong’s likeness can be found on the 10,000 won bill as well. 

Semi Jewelry [Tax Refund Shop] (새미쥬얼리)

1.3Km    2024-04-22

121-1, Jong-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul

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The Unexpected Man(홀연했던 사나이)

1.3Km    2025-05-21

서울특별시 종로구 창경궁로 259 (명륜2가)

Bukjeong Village (북정마을)

1.3Km    2024-02-15

132-3 Seongbuk-ro 23-gil, Seongbuk-gu, Seoul

Bukjeong Village, situated along the slopes of Seongbuk-dong, offers a glimpse into Korea's old alleyways. The village expanded as refugees from the Korean War (1950–1953) and people from various regions settled, building houses under the collapsed walls of Hanyang doseong (Seoul City Wall). Presently, the village is home to young artists, and the broad street in front of the village bus stop hosts various community events.

Tosokchon Samgyetang (토속촌삼계탕)

1.3Km    2024-03-12

5 Jahamun-ro 5-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-737-7444

Tosokchon Samgyetang is a restaurant specializing in samgyetang (ginseng chicken soup) near Gyeongbokgung Palace. It is housed in several renovated traditional hanok buildings, exuding a nostalgic atmosphere. Samgyetang is a traditional Korean nutritious food made by simmering cleaned young chicken with ginseng, jujube, sweet rice batter, and various nuts. The thick broth of samgyetang, served alongside ginseng liquor, stimulates the appetite. Diced radish kimchi and cabbage kimchi are served as basic side dishes.

Artbox - Daehangno Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (아트박스 대학로)

1.3Km    2024-04-22

22, Daemyeong-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul

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Uniqlo - Gwanghwamun D Tower Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (유니클로 광화문D타워)

1.3Km    2024-04-17

17, Jong-ro 3-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul

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The Story of King Sejong (세종이야기)

1.3Km    2022-09-13

jiha 175, Sejong-daero, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-399-1000

The Story of King Sejong comprises six different sections with a total area of 3,200 square meters. The museum consists of exhibition zones, an event space, video room, shop and more to display King Sejong’s scientific, artistic, military, and political contributions, including the theory of Minbon, which recognized the people as the base of politics. King Sejong, the 4th king of the Joseon dynasty (1397-1450, reigning from 1418-1450) was responsible for some of the most brilliant achievements in the history of Korea, including the creation of Hangeul (Korean alphabet) and great advancements in the areas of science, culture, art and politics.

Olive Young - Jongno YBM Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 종로YBM)

1.3Km    2024-04-19

104, Jong-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul

Happy Jewerly [Tax Refund Shop] (해피쥬얼리)

1.3Km    2024-06-27

1F, #21, 26, Donhwamun-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul

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