Seoul Former Russian Legation (서울 구 러시아공사관)

4.6 Km 12737 2020-06-18

21-18, Jeongdong-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-3396-5882

The Russian Legation was built in a Renaissance style in 1890. Russian architect, A. J. Scredin Sabatine designed the structure. In 1895, during the Joseon dynasty, the Eulmisabyeon Incident took place as a show of force by the Japanese.

Empress Myeongseong-hwanghu was emerging as a strong figure in Korea at a time when a power struggle between Japan, China, Russia, and other powers were taking place. Japanese Minister, Miura Goro saw her as a threat and ordered her assassination. After hearing news of the Empress’s assassination, King Gojong and the Crown Prince sought refuge in the Russian Embassy for one year.

After 1945, the Soviet Union took over the embassy until it was almost completely destroyed by a fire during the Korean War [1950~1953]. The only remaining parts of the building are the tower and basement areas. The building was restored to its current condition in 1973 and is now enjoyed by many as a public park.

Seoul Museum of History (서울역사박물관)

4.7 Km 85979 2023-08-11

55, Saemunan-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul

Seoul Museum of History covers everything about Seoul's history and culture from the prehistoric era to modern times, focusing especially on the Joseon era. The museum aims to raise cultural awareness and build a strong bond within the community by collecting, preserving, researching, and displaying artifacts and materials related to Seoul as well as promoting the city's history and culture to an international audience.

Ran (란)

4.7 Km 88 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.

Singil Yangkkochi (신길양꼬치)

4.7 Km 120 2021-03-25

193, Dosin-ro, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul
+82-2-845-5760

It is a place where you can enjoy various Chinese dishes as well as lamb dishes. This Chinese (cuisine) restaurant is located in Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul. The most famous menu is lamb skewers.

Gohyang Naengmyeon (고향냉면)

4.7 Km 65 2021-03-25

193, Dosin-ro, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul
+82-2-6053-0453

It is a noodle dish in meat broth added with seasonings. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul. The most famous menu is cold buckwheat noodles.

ABC-Mart - Noryangjin Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (ABC마트 ST노량진점)

4.7 Km 0 2024-04-23

159, Noryangjin-ro, Dongjak-gu, Seoul

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Jungmyeongjeon Hall (중명전)

4.7 Km 15262 2024-03-11

41-11, Jeongdong-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-752-7525

Located near Deoksugung Palace, Jungmyeongjeon Hall is a red-brick modern Western-style building. It was built in 1899 as the imperial library of the Korean Empire. After Deoksugung Palace caught on fire in 1904, the place became the temporary residence of Emperor Gojong. It also witnessed the tragic part of history in which the infamous Eulsa Treaty (Japan-Korea Protectorate Treaty), an illegal treaty forced by Japan, was signed in 1905. Its exhibition hall serves as a place for historical education.

Jeongdong Theater (국립 정동극장)

4.7 Km 52091 2024-06-19

43 Jeongdong-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-751-1500

Jeongdong Theater is located along Deoksugung Stone Wall Path and serves as a cultural hub for local citizens. Opened in 1995, Jeongdong Theater is historically significant as it was established to restitute the legacy of Wongaksa, the first modern theater in Korea. Jeongdong Theater features numerous critically-acclaimed productions, such as “Traditional Art Performance,” “Masters Exhibition,” and “Art Frontier,” as well as programs like “Art Stage at Noon” that are geared toward the general public. As a result, Jeongdong Theater has become one of Korea's representative traditional arts performance theaters and was designated as a Seoul Future Heritage in 2015.

The theater successfully held the performance “Miso” in 2010, featuring the traditional musical "Love Songs from Chunhyang," written and created by Jeongdong Theater. The musical attracted many international visitors from all over the world, passing on Korean cultural values and beauty, as well as gaining the attention of critics worldwide. In addition, the theater also produced "The 2nd Story of Miso: Baebijang-jeon," offering a modern interpretation of the fundamental values found in Korea's culture and art.

Seoul Museum of Art (서울시립미술관(서소문본관))

4.7 Km 140222 2024-06-19

61 Deoksugung-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2124-8800

The Seoul Museum of Art (SeMA) is a space for all to meet and experience the joy of art. Located in the center of Jeong-dong, a district that retains traces of Seoul’s modern and contemporary history, the museum integrates the historical facade of the former Supreme Court with modern architecture. In addition to various programs―encompassing exhibitions, educational outreach initiatives, screenings, workshops, performances, and talks, communal spaces including SeMA Cafe, the artbook store, the open space lobby, and the outdoor sculpture park SeMA WALK provide a rich range of ways for visitors to experience art.

Hangugeseo Dubeonjjae Yangpyeong Haejangguk Jeonmun (한국에서두번째양평해장국전문)

4.7 Km 61 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.

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