House of Flowers and Lake [Korea Quality] / 꽃과 호수의 집 [한국관광 품질인증]

12.0 Km 388 2020-12-10

79, Norumok-ro, Ilsandong-gu, Goyang-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-10-2999-9360

The House of Flowers and Lake is an apartment guest house that features Korean style home stay. The owner of the house likes traveling and tries to show his guests the friendliness and consideration of the hosts who greeted him during his trips. There are two rooms in the guest house. The Daffodil Room has a double bed, while Rose Moss Room has two single beds and some furnishings. Note that the Daffodil Room is meant to be an independent space with a separate bathroom and a mini bar on the terrace attached to the room. At night, the rooms can command a good view of Ilsan Lake Park and the town. The communal kitchen and the living room display souvenirs and gifts that the owner received while traveling around the world. Simple American style complimentary breakfast is available. Ilsan Lake Park is within walking distance and nearby tourist attractions such as KINTEX and Haengju Mountain Fortress can be reached in about 20 minutes by car. The place is adjacent to Madu Station of Subway Line No. 3 which leads to downtown Seoul. The place is also near Baekma Station of Gyeongui Jungang Line which runs to and from Munsan, Paju, Digital Media City, Hongik University, and Yangpyeong Station, among others. The House of Flowers and Lake is a good place for a pleasant travel, featuring the friendliness and travel stories of the host. It is definitely a place for travelers provided by another traveler.

Amorepacific Museum of Art (아모레퍼시픽미술관)

12.0 Km 3 2023-01-17

100, Hangang-daero, Yongsan-gu, Seoul

Amorepacific Museum of Art, located in Yongsan-gu, Seoul, was originally a museum exhibiting artworks collected by the late Seo Seong-hwan, the founder of Amorepacific, but later changed its name to Amorepacific Museum of Art, or APMA, in 2009 and has since been operating as an art exhibition hall. The mission upon its foundation was seeking to be "a space where beauty in the midst of daily lives is discovered" and communicating with the public. In accordance with this objective, the museum collects, researches, and exhibits Korean ancient art and both Korean and international contemporary art while, also, aiding researchers, scholars, and young artists. The underground exhibition hall hosts diverse exhibits encompassing ancient art, contemporary art, and Korean art. The 1st floor of the "Atrium," an enormous space that continues from the 1st to 3rd floors, features the museum lobby, a museum shop, an exhibition space called "APMA Cabinet" and apLAP, which is a library of art exhibition brochures from around the world. The art museum is located on the 1st floor of the new Amorepacific headquarters building, a famous work of architectural beauty of Yongsan designed after white porcelain.

Olive Young - Plus Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 플러스점)

12.0 Km 0 2024-06-27

#B114~#B115, 372, Hangang-daero, Yongsan-gu, Seoul

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Gureumsan Forest Park (Gureumsan Urban Forest Park) (구름산 산림욕장 (구름산 도시자연공원) )

12.0 Km 2 2024-04-08

27 Ori-ro 619beon-gil, Gwangmyeong-si, Gyeonggi-do

Gureumsan Forest Park is densely populated with trees that are 20 meters high. The forest park has a playground and wooden benches, and has the highest phytoncide concentration out of all the 13 forest parks in Gyeonggi-do. This hiking trail has been developed with 356 fir trees and an 184-meter red clay trail to provide citizens and tourists with a relaxing barefoot walking experience. Most of the forest paths in the park area are covered in wood chips, making it easier to walk.

Sosohan Punggyeong (소소한 풍경)

12.0 Km 9111 2024-02-20

75 Jahamun-ro 40-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul

Sosohan Punggyeong is the first restaurant that received the restaurant guide, Blue Ribbon Survey, in Korea. It is located in a renovated house with a courtyard. They offer a course menu featuring appetizers to desserts. One of the signature dishes is the gaji jjim (spicy eggplant soup), a dish made with eggplant and meat. It is recommended to make reservations in advance, as many guests prefer to book ahead.

Changuimun Gate - Jahamun Gate (창의문(자하문))

12.0 Km 18399 2020-04-02

118, Changuimun-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2148-1822

Changuimun Gate was often called Jahamun Gate. It was one of four mini-gates in the north surrounding the walled city of Hanyang (Seoul) during the Joseon dynasty. After the closure of Sukjeongmun Gate, one of the four main gates, Changuimun Gate became a favorite north gate. Hence, people also called Changuimun the North Gate. It is the only gate among four mini gates that is still in its original state. Although it is small, almost 50m² in terms of size, it looks very firm and sturdy. While Dongsomun Gate, another of the four mini gates, is decorated with a phoenix, Changuimun Gate is adorned with a wooden chicken along its rafters. The reason behind the wooden chicken was that the chicken was believed to be the nemesis of the centipede. People believed that installing the wooden chicken was important to overcome the harmful spirit of the centipede.

Bugaksan Mountain (북악산)

12.0 Km 102211 2024-03-04

Cheongun-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-765-0297

Bugaksan Mountain is the mountain that one can see behind the Gyeongbokgung Palace and the Cheong Wa Dae to the north. Hanyangdoseong, the city wall that surrounded the historic capital of Hanyang, was built by connecting the ridges of this mountain. These walls can still be found today, having been preserved quite well. Different trails weave through the area along the Hanyangdoseong, the Seoul City Wall, and one can visit these trails at night as well. Bugak Skyway is a road that connects Changuimun Gate to Jeongneung Royal Tomb, and one can get a great view of Seoul’s city center from the Palgakjeong Pavilion on Bugak Skyway.

Jaembaeok (잼배옥)

12.0 Km 77 2021-03-30

68-9, Sejong-daero 9-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-755-8106

It has over 80 years of tradition. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Jung-gu, Seoul. The representative menu is ox bone soup.

Tosokchon Samgyetang (토속촌삼계탕)

12.0 Km 283332 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.

BB Haus (비비하우스)

12.0 Km 0 2024-02-21

508 Baengma-ro, Ilsandong-gu, Goyang-si, Gyeonggi-do

BB Haus is a café with a captivating pink interior that immediately draws attention. The colorful windows and arched doors contribute to its unique ambiance. Spanning across three floors, the café offers a signature menu featuring Cloud Kiss, a cream soda ade, and breads topped with diverse flavors like sweet potato, blueberry, and Oreo.

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