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Saenamteo Catholic Holy Place of the Martyrs (새남터기념성당)

Saenamteo Catholic Holy Place of the Martyrs (새남터기념성당)

4.3Km    2020-03-31

80-8, Ichon-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul
+82-2-716-1791

When taking the subway from Seoul Station to Yongsan Station, you will notice a tall and distinct hanok (traditional Korean architecture) building; this is Saenamteo Catholic Holy Place of the Martyrs. Construction of the building began in 1984, the year of the 200th anniversary of Catholicism in Korea, and was completed after three years.

Also called "Nodeul" and "Sanamgi," Saenamteo was used as a military training ground during the early Joseon period. It was also the place where convicted felons and the Sayuksin (the six martyred ministers) were executed.

Many Catholics were executed here during the Sinyu Persecution of 1801, the Gihae Persecution of 1839, the Byeongo Persecution of 1846, and the Byeongin Persecution of 1866. Among those executed were 11 priests including the first Korean priest Kim Taegon (Andrew), the first Chinese priest that came to Korea Ju Mun Mo (Jacobus), the first French priest that came to Korea Bishop Imbert and other Catholics including Hyeon Seok-mun. There is also an altar here where the remains of nine Catholic saints are enshrined.

Dongnimmun Gate (독립문)

4.3Km    2022-12-15

251, Tongil-ro, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul

Dongnimmun stands at the location originally known as Yeongeun, where envoys were once treated. When a Chinese envoy visited, the King would go out through this door to greet. In 1898, to announce the independence from Japan, Dongnimun was constructed with the fund collected by the citizens. The traces of the past still remain on Dongnimmun with two pillars in front of Dongnimmun being the remains of Yeongeunmun.

The Arc de Triomphe in France can be recalled in comparison to Dongnimmun. Dongnimmun was built using granite with a passageway x_height of 14.28 meters. On the top it is written ‘Dongnimmun’ in Korean with the national flag drawn on each side. On the inner-left side there are stone stairs leading to the attic. The national flower Mugunghwa are planted around Dongnimmun. Now it is surrounded by roads and it is eye-catching to view when passing by.

Olive Young - Mullae Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 문래)

Olive Young - Mullae Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 문래)

4.3Km    2024-06-27

63, Seonyu-ro, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul

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Hangugeseo Dubeonjjae Yangpyeong Haejangguk Jeonmun (한국에서두번째양평해장국전문)

Hangugeseo Dubeonjjae Yangpyeong Haejangguk Jeonmun (한국에서두번째양평해장국전문)

4.3Km    2021-03-25

189, Dosin-ro, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul
+82-2-845-3400

It is a dish made with special pork parts. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul. The representative menu is hangover soup.

Chwimallu (취만루)

Chwimallu (취만루)

4.3Km    2021-03-25

187, Dosin-ro, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul
+82-2-844-8899

It is a place where you can enjoy various Chinese dishes. The best menu at this restaurant is sweet and sour pork. This Chinese (cuisine) restaurant is located in Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul.

National Memorial of Korean Provisional Government (국립대한민국임시정부기념관)

4.3Km    2023-01-16

279-24, Tongil-ro, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul

The National Memorial of Korean Provisional Government was established to shine a light on the proud history of the Korean Provisional Government's independence and the spirit of a democratic republic and to pass it on to future generations. The four-story memorial building with three underground floors houses three permanent exhibits, one special exhibit, Larchiveum, Symbol Plaza, storage, multi-purpose hall, and rooftop garden over a total area of 3,656 square meters, a total floor area of 9,703 square meters and a total exhibition space of 2,240 square meters. The permanent exhibits consist of a series of historic events from the March 1st Movement, which served as a turning point for the formation of the Provisional Government, to the foundation of the Korean Government that succeeded the mantle of the provisional government, while the special exhibit on the 1st floor currently hosts a special opening exhibition under the title of 『The Return of the Provisional Government of the Republic of Korea』. Moreover, a symbolic wall installation under the theme of "Waves of History" is displayed in the outdoor plaza on the 1st floor of the memorial expressing the Provisional Government’s desire for independence and the dynamics of the past, present, and future of Korea.

Nolbu Budaejjigae&Cheolpangui(놀부부대찌개&철판구이)

Nolbu Budaejjigae&Cheolpangui(놀부부대찌개&철판구이)

4.3Km    2020-12-21

775 Gyeongin-ro Yeongdeungpo-gu Seoul
+82-2-6309-5432

Budaejjigae (spicy sausage stew) is a soup dish made with various types of ham and Korean broth and sauces. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul. The most famous menu is sausage stew.

Digital Pavilion (디지털 파빌리온)

Digital Pavilion (디지털 파빌리온)

4.3Km    2021-02-01

396, World Cup buk-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2132-1179

Digital Pavilion is a space for IT companies to market their company and product. I City is a futuristic city that has streets, schools, culture, and lifestyle of the future. In the ICT center, visitors can learn about the fundamentals of ICT in a fun way. In particular, the VR Developing Bed offers many programs, although reservations are required.

Snow Peak - Mok-dong Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (스노우피크 목동)

Snow Peak - Mok-dong Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (스노우피크 목동)

4.3Km    2024-04-17

602, Gonghang-daero, Yangcheon-gu, Seoul

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Ran (란)

Ran (란)

4.3Km    2021-04-12

12, Yeouidaebang-ro, 53ga-gil, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul
+82-2-848-1884

It is a soup that has been boiled for a long time and is good for the body. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul. The most famous menu is oxtail soup.