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Memorial to the Loyal Dead (호국충혼위령비)

Memorial to the Loyal Dead (호국충혼위령비)

4.0Km    2025-01-13

56-33, Gaehwadong-ro 13-gil, Gangseo-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2125-0848

When the fate of the nation was hanging by a thread as the North Korean Army launched an invasion of the South on June 25, 1950, about 1,100 officers and men from the South Korean First Division's 11th, 12th, and 15th regiment retreated to Gimpo and built the last line of defense on Gaehwasan Mountain from June 26 to 30 to fight against a large army of North Korean soldiers disguised as South Korean men.

Unfortunately, their communication with the headquarters was cut off and their supply of ammunition and food ran out. As a result, the entire South Korean force was killed by the much larger North Korean army in a valley around Gaehwasan Mountain. In order to commemorate those who died for the country, the government established the Memorial to the Loyal Dead on Gaehwasan Mountain in 1994. A memorial service is also held here annualy on June 28th.

x_height: 4.7 meters high
Built by the First Division of the ROK Army, Mitasa Temple

Gwangyang Bulgogi (광양불고기)

4.0Km    2016-10-06

531, Nambusunhwan-ro, Yangcheon-gu, Seoul, Korea
+82-2-2697-9999

Bulgogi is a common dish in South Korea, but Gwangyang bulgogi has a unique taste based on a special seasoning that is buried in tradition. The side dishes, not only the bulgogi, are very delicious.

*Best Korean Restaurant as designated by The Seoul Metropolitan Government

Olive Young - Mok-dong Station Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 목동역)

Olive Young - Mok-dong Station Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 목동역)

4.1Km    2024-04-18

203, Mokdong-ro, Yangcheon-gu, Seoul

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Youth Day Festival (대한민국 청년의 날)

Youth Day Festival (대한민국 청년의 날)

4.2Km    2024-08-06

162 Hangangnanji-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul
+82-2-780-3939

The Youth Day Festival has been taking place since 2016, when Youth Day was established as a nationally-recognized day. The festival takes place annually on the weekend of the third Saturday in September, with a range of fun programs and concerts.

Nanji Hangang Park (난지한강공원)

Nanji Hangang Park (난지한강공원)

4.2Km    2025-01-07

162 Hangangnanji-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul

Nanji Hangang Park, situated north of the Hangang River near World Cup Park, provides a riverside space for leisure and recreation. The park offers Campgrounds, Water Leisure Sports Facilities, Bike Lane, Waterside Plaza, Mirror Fountain, Riverside Pool, a convenience store, and an information center. The Mirror Fountain emits a rainbow-like light with each water spray. The campgrounds are popular for their proximity to the city and affordable fees. Visitors can enjoy activities such as motorboating, water skiing, and wakeboarding on the Hangang River.

Nanji Hangang Park MTB Course Site (난지한강공원 MTB코스장)

Nanji Hangang Park MTB Course Site (난지한강공원 MTB코스장)

4.2Km    2022-10-26

162, Hangangnanji-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul
+82-2-3780-0611

Situated in Nanji Hangang Park, the MTB Course Site is perfect for MTB lovers as well as beginners who wish to enter the world of extreme biking with safety. The MTB Course Site is the nation's first MTB course site, established on a flatland, reproducing perfectly realistic mountain ridges and slopes.

Yangssine Wangsundae (양씨네왕순대)

Yangssine Wangsundae (양씨네왕순대)

4.3Km    2021-03-19

131, Wonjong-ro, Bucheon-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-32-682-1170

This is a Korean cuisine located in Bucheon-si, Gyeonggi-do. The representative menu is blood sausage soup. It is located near the Gogang Prehistory Relics Park (Tourist Site).

Olive Young - Sinjeong Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 신정)

Olive Young - Sinjeong Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 신정)

4.4Km    2024-04-22

349, Sinwol-ro, Yangcheon-gu, Seoul

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Haengjusanseong Fortress (행주산성)

Haengjusanseong Fortress (행주산성)

4.4Km    2022-12-26

89, Haengju-ro 15beon-gil, Deogyang-gu, Goyang-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-8075-4642

Haengjusanseong Fortress (Historic Site) atop Deogyangsan Mountain was the site of one of the three major Korean victories against the enemy during the Imjin War (1592-1598). Inside the fortress is Chungjangsa Shrine, a place to pay tribute to General Gwon Yul who led the victorious feat. A cultural event to pay tribute to General Gwon Yul is held every March 14.

Seoul Silver Grass Festival (서울억새축제)

Seoul Silver Grass Festival (서울억새축제)

4.4Km    2024-10-08

95 Haneulgongwon-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul
+82-2-300-5581

Seoul Silver Grass Festival takes place at Haneul Park. Originally a garbage dump, the land was reformed and transformed into the vibrant, healthy ecosystem it has today in large part thanks to the planting of silver grass. The park now features the largest colony of silver grass found in Seoul, and hosts the Seoul Silver Grass Festival every year in October when the grass is in bloom.