Jogyesa Temple (조계사(서울))

4.5Km 2024-10-25

55 Ujeongguk-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul

As the main temple as well as the district head temple of the Jogye order in Seoul, Jogyesa Temple is the center of Korean Buddhism. The temple was built in the late 14th century during the Goryeo period but was completely destroyed in a fire. It was rebuilt under the name of Gakwangsa Temple in 1910 with the effort of many respectful monks, namely Han Yong-un and Lee Hee-gwang. The temple was given a role as the head temple of Korea’s Buddhism and renamed to Tegosa Temple in 1936. In 1954, a purification drive took place to eliminate Japanese influence and revive traditional Buddhism, which established the present day Jogyesa Temple as a result.

Jogyesa Temple plays an important role in Korean Buddhism as the head temple of the Jogye order. Jogyesa Temple’s Dharma Hall serves as the main venue for several Buddhist events, holding rituals, lectures, ceremonies, and other events all year long. The annual lantern festival in celebration of Buddha's birthday also takes place at this temple.

Toin (토인)

4.5Km 2025-11-05

48 Insadong-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-736-5142

Toy store where you can buy Dalgona sets
It is a retro-style store that sells nostalgic toys and snacks. The small space is filled with colorfully colored wrapping paper and toys that are difficult to understand at first glance. As soon as you enter this place, children and adults will feel excited and their eyes will sparkle. Among the various products, the most popular item is by far the Dalgona set. It is good to make new memories by choosing snacks and toys that suit your taste

Statue of Admiral Yi Sun-Shin (충무공 이순신 동상)

4.5Km 2024-03-04

175, Sejong-daero, Jongno-gu, Seoul

The Statue of Admiral Yi Sun-Shin can be found at Gwanghwamun Square in Seoul. Admiral Yi Sun-shin (1545-1598) was a naval commander who served during the Japanese invasion of Korea (also known as Imjin War: 1592-1598). The undefeated admiral achieved 23 victories against the Japanese navy using innovative tactics, and he is thus considered as one of the greatest generals in the history of Korea. Admiral Yi’s likeness can be found on the 100 won coin.

JW Spa (제이더블유스파)

4.6Km 2025-01-10

565, Nonhyeon-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul-si
+82-2-3445-1239

Located in Yeoksam-dong, Gangnam-gu, JW. Spa 1ST tries hard to carry out the best spa through professional spa planners who help to find suitable spa treatment for individuals.

Waple Wood Artwork Place (와플목공방)

4.6Km 2025-10-30

5-6 Wangsimni-ro 10-gil, Seongdong-gu, Seoul

Interior items made from wood
This workshop is visited by celebrities such as Park Narae of the entertainment program 'I Live Alone' and KAI of EXO. It is also the place where the senior wooden box that appeared in the movie 'PARASITE' was made. You can make your own interior accessories such as chairs and tabletops using hardwood. One-day classes on making ballpoint pens and mechanical pencils are also popular.

Lee Moon Won Korean Medicine Clinic (이문원한의원)

4.6Km 2025-10-23

33 Seolleung-ro 132-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
+82-2-511-1079

LEEMOONWON Clinic
Since 2005, LEEMOONWON Clinic has specialized exclusively in the treatment of hair loss, alopecia areata, scalp disorders, and damaged hair. Our treatments use natural ingredients to address the root causes of hair loss and stabilize immune function, effectively treating autoimmune disorders like alopecia areata and chronic scalp conditions.

KNOCKKNOCK PLANT DENTAL CLINIC (똑똑플란트치과의원)

4.6Km 2025-10-23

8th Floor, Jump Milano, 432 Gangnam-daero, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

KnockKnock Plant Dental Clinic, led by Director Dongguk Son, is a specialized implant clinic built on the trust of more than 300 implant placements performed daily. The clinic’s “Three-Minimal Implant” technique shortens treatment time, reduces the number of implants required, and minimizes pain, greatly easing the burden on patients. In addition, elderly patients can feel secure thanks to a university-hospital–level monitoring system, the presence of a dedicated anesthesia nurse, and a recovery room that ensures a safe and comfortable treatment environment.

Cha Gangnam Medical Center, Cha University (차의과학대학교 강남차병원)

4.6Km 2025-10-23

(Yeoksam-dong), 566 Nonhyeon-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

CHA Gangnam Medical Center was founded in 1960 with the opening of CHA Obstetrics & Gynecology Clinic by Honorary Head Director Gyeong-seop Cha. In 1984, it expanded into a general hospital with 200 beds in Gangnam District.

As a specialized hospital for obstetrics and gynecology designated by the Ministry of Health and Welfare, CHA Gangnam Medical Center provides top-tier healthcare services through 14 specialized departments, including obstetrics and gynecology, and 39 specialized centers and clinics, such as Fertility Center, IVF Center, and the High-Risk Pregnancy Clinic. The hospital offers precise diagnoses and treatments, specializing in uterine fibroids and gynecological cancers, and utilizes cutting-edge minimally invasive surgical techniques to ensure minimal scarring and rapid recovery. It has also achieved the highest number of robotic surgeries in obstetrics and gynecology in the country, with over 5,000 procedures performed.

Since its establishment in 1984, CHA Gangnam Medical Center's Fertility Center has pioneered numerous groundbreaking achievements, including the birth of the first test-tube baby at a private hospital in Korea, the country's first successful intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI), the world's first birth through in vitro maturation of an immature oocytes, and the first baby born from vitrified (frozen) eggs. These accomplishments have earned the hospital global recognition for its research and development.

Park Ryu Sook Gallery (박여숙화랑)

4.6Km 2025-01-08

461, Apgujeong-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
+82-2-549-7575

Soon after its opening in 1983, the Park Ryu Sook Gallery moved to Cheongdam-dong, an uncharted territory back in 1988. Ever since, the gallery has played a significant role in turning the region into one of the most representative art places in Korea. The Park Ryu Sook Gallery mainly deals with modern art, and contributes to the development of Korea's modern art scene by recruiting and supporting talented rookies in the field, and by introducing artwork of major modern artists from abroad. Moreover, the gallery works to promote Korean art worldwide by joining major art fairs such as the Chicago, Koln, and Basel art fairs.

Through these and similar activities, the Park Ryu Sook Gallery works to provide the public the invaluable opportunity to enjoy quality artwork, maximize their own creativity, and take a moment out of their hectic lives to indulge in a little self-reflection.

Kodi Plastic Surgery (코디성형외과의원)

4.6Km 2025-10-23

(5th Floor, Hanseung Building), 423 Gangnam-daero, Seocho-gu, Seoul

KODI PLASTIC SURGERY focuses on cosmetic eye surgery and filler treatment. Three plastic surgery specialists with over 18 years of experience and know-how directly perform procedures and surgeries with safety as their top priority. From fillers to cosmetic eye surgery and design rhinoplasty, complex revision surgeries, and diverse facial plastic surgeries, all our medical staff are devoted to research and develop to provide the highest level of satisfaction to every patient who visits us.
We will always work hard to become Korea's best hospital specializing in facial plastic surgery with our unrelenting passion, the best technology, and a spirit of service for sophisticated noses, beautiful eyes, and balanced face shapes, which are the centers of the face.

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