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Seoul Hwagyesa Temple (화계사(서울))

Seoul Hwagyesa Temple (화계사(서울))

8.5Km    2021-11-02

117, Hwagyesa-gil, Gangbuk-gu, Seoul
+82-2-902-2663

Hwagyesa Temple was built in 1522 (the seventeenth year of the reign of King Jungjong of the Joseon dynasty) by monk Shinwol, but was destroyed in a fire in 1618. It was rebuilt the following year, and expanded In 1866 through the efforts of Monks Yongseon and Beomun.
The temple also has various templestay programs for visitors. Hwagyesa Temple is located not too far from the city but also provides a natural environment.

Dream Forest Art Center (꿈의숲 아트센터)

Dream Forest Art Center (꿈의숲 아트센터)

8.5Km    2025-01-15

173, Wolgye-ro, Gangbuk-gu, Seoul

Dream Forest Art Center, located in Gangbuk, Seoul, is operated by the Sejong Center for the Performing Arts. Composed of two performance venues (Performance Hall and Concert Hall), alongside with Sang Sang Tok Tok Art Gallery and Dream Gallery, there are also a Chinese restaurant, cafe and an observatory deck available for all visitors to enjoy.

21 Century Hospital (서울21세기병원)

8.5Km    2026-01-02

39 Seochojungang-ro, Seocho-gu, Seoul

Opened in 1999, 21st Century Hospital has a long-standing medical staff, most of whom have worked for the hospital for many years.
This safety has attracted many patients to our hospital.

Hyundai Department Store Trade Center (현대백화점 무역센터점)

Hyundai Department Store Trade Center (현대백화점 무역센터점)

8.5Km    2025-12-19

517 Teheran-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
+82-2-552-2233

Hyundai Department Store focuses on achieving customer satisfaction by exceeding expectations and reshaping the lifestyle culture to suit each individual's needs and wants. Connected to Samseong Station on Seoul Subway Line 2, Hyundai Department Store Trade Center is easily accessible and among the most sought-after shopping destinations in Seoul along with the nearby COEX Mall.

Grand InterContinental Seoul Parnas (그랜드 인터컨티넨탈 서울 파르나스)

Grand InterContinental Seoul Parnas (그랜드 인터컨티넨탈 서울 파르나스)

8.5Km    2024-08-20

521, Teheran-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

The Grand InterContinental Seoul Parnas is conveniently located in the heart of southern Seoul’s business district, featuring COEX convention and exhibition center, and City Airport. THe nearby COEX Mall offers duty free shops, a casino, cinema and over 200 shops.

The hotel is the largest 5-star hotel in Korea, featuring state-of-the-art amenities, including a grand ballroom and 15 banquet halls, perfect for hosting conventions and gathers of all sizes. Each of the 516 guestrooms is large and decorated comfortably for the perfect stay. Also, the hotel offers various restaurants from French, Italian, Asian, Japanese, to Chinese with top of the line chefs that cook up a delicious meal.

Parnas Mall (파르나스몰)

Parnas Mall (파르나스몰)

8.5Km    2025-01-06

521, Teheran-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
+82-2-559-7089

Parnas Mall is the first premium casual shopping mall opened by a hotel chain. Grand Intercontinental Seoul's Parnas Mall is located on the first underground level and features shopping, food, beverages, and cultural activities all in one place.

Gangbuk-gu Children's Day Festival (강북구 어린이날 대축제)

Gangbuk-gu Children's Day Festival (강북구 어린이날 대축제)

8.5Km    2025-05-08

173 Wolgye-ro, Gangbuk-gu, Seoul
+82-2-554-9795

Gangbuk-gu Children's Day Festival takes place at Dream Forest in celebration of Children's Day, which falls on May 5. Programs such as a sing-along show, parades, stage performances, interactive games, and a variety of fun rides are prepared to provide a day filled with fun and laughter. 

Hallym University of Graduate Studies (한림국제대학원대학교)

8.6Km    2025-01-10

405, Yeoksam-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
+82-2-3453-9333

Founded in 2004 by Ilsong Educational Foundation, Hallym University of Graduate Studies is a private college located at 405, Yeoksam-ro, Gangnam-gu. Originally, it was founded as an international graduate college of Hallym University in 1997, but it has separated from Hallym University as of 2004.

CM Hospital (CM병원)

8.6Km    2026-01-02

CM Chungmu Hospital, 13 Yeongdeungpo-ro 36-gil, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul

Founded in 1949, this general hospital specializes in orthopedics and joint care. It is a nationally certified general hospital and a government-designated joint specialty hospital. As a third-generation institution, it is now led by Director Lee Sang-hoon, who has been appointed as the Chairman of the Medical Committee of the Korean Sport & Olympic Committee (KSOC) and is recognized as a pioneer in sports medicine in Korea. He is also the first IOC-certified specialist in Korea and serves as a Vice Chairman of the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA).

201Company (이공일컴퍼니)

8.6Km    2025-10-23

2F, 151 Dogok-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

201 Company runs a full-service travel agency called 201 Medi Tour, which supports medical tourism, including attracting foreign patients, in a more efficient package format.
Customers can select services they want such as the hospital, tours, meals, accommodations, vehicles, medical interpretation, and tour guides. 201 Company partners with approximately 200 hospitals in various disciplines, including critical patients, rehabilitation, physical check-ups, plastic surgery, dermatology, dentistry, ophthalmology, and traditional Korean medicine. Additionally, the company offers various products including wellness programs (relaxation, retreat, healing) along with medical services. The company recommends, provides, and operates customized medical tourism packages through communication with customers.