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Seoul Hwagyesa Temple (화계사(서울))

Seoul Hwagyesa Temple (화계사(서울))

11.7Km    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.

CheongKwanJang - GS Tower Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (정관장 GS타워)

CheongKwanJang - GS Tower Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (정관장 GS타워)

11.7Km    2024-04-18

1F, 508, Nonhyeon-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

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

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

11.7Km    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.

LG Arts Center (LG아트센터)

11.7Km    2024-03-18

(LG Arts Center Seoul), 136, Magokjungang-ro, Gangseo-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2005-0114

LG Arts Center is a cultural complex space designed by Tadao Ando, a world-renowned architect. Its architectural excellence and design have won great acclaim. The main facilities contain performance halls, Art Lounge, and Studio. The LG SIGNATURE Hall, a multipurpose performance hall, has a capacity of 1,300. Its state-of-the-art facilities and sound design have drawn many visitors and performances to the complex.

CU - Cheongdam Samhwan Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (cu청담삼환점)

11.7Km    2024-06-27

1F, #102 and #103, 49, Hakdong-ro 77-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

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Ongeundal (옹근달)

Ongeundal (옹근달)

11.7Km    2024-11-07

41-1, Seongsui-ro 7-gil, Seongdong-gu, Seoul

This bakery in Seongsu-dong boasts a colorful and unique visual, and is gaining popularity for its “cruffin,” a hybrid of a croissant and muffin. The menu includes a variety of breads and desserts, such as canelé, pound cake, crumble, and mille-feuille, making it a paradise for bread-lovers. The courtyard of the building, which was remodeled from an old factory, has thick bushes and a small square pond, offering a unique view. The floor-to-ceiling windows in this two-story building create the feeling of a wide, open space, making it full of photo opportunities.

ABC-Mart - Mia Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (ABC마트 미아점)

11.7Km    2024-04-18

45, Dobong-ro, Gangbuk-gu, Seoul

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CheongKwanJang - Cheongdam Sageori Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (정관장 청담사거리)

CheongKwanJang - Cheongdam Sageori Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (정관장 청담사거리)

11.7Km    2024-04-16

#101, 511, Dosan-daero, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

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Moldir Korea (몰더코리아)

Moldir Korea (몰더코리아)

11.7Km    2016-08-02

749, Samseong-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
+82-2-775-4842

Moldir Korea is a fashion store located in the neighborhood of Cheongdam-dong in Gangnam. The store opened in January 2014 by Kim Jae-joong of the K-pop group JYJ who is actively involved in the brand as the Art Director. It features 100% leather fashion items.