Bongwonsa Temple (봉원사)

2.5Km 26247 2023-03-13

120, Bongwonsa-gil, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul
+82-2-392-3007

Located on the outskirts of Ansan Mountain in Bongwon-dong, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul, Bongwonsa Temple, as the center of Korean Buddhism Taego, is a thousand-year-old temple with a long history and tradition. In 889 (3rd year of Shilla Queen Jinseong’s reign), Monk Doseon founded it at the ground of Yeonhui Palace (now Yonsei Univ.) and named it Banyasa temple. It was destroyed during the Imjin War in 1592, and later in 1748 (the 24th year of Joseon King Yeongjo’s reign), it was rebuilt and renamed “Bongwonsa” by two Buddhist monks, Chanjeup and Jeungam.

“Yeongsanjae,” one of the Buddhist rituals and also a National Intangible Cultural Property, takes place at Bongwonsa on June 6 every year wishing for world peace and the reunification of North and South Korea. It was designated as one of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO in 2009. During Yeongsanjae, visitors can enjoy the Buddhist arts such as Beompae (Buddhist temple music for rituals) and dancing. Also, during summertime, Seoul Lotus Flower Culture Festival takes place, where visitors can enjoy the beautiful lotus flowers which are a symbol of Buddhism.

Yukjeon Hoekwan (역전회관)

2.5Km 4166 2024-03-19

47, Tojeong-ro 37-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul
+82-2-703-0019

Located in Mapo, Yukjeon Hoekwan is a Korean restaurant that has been selected for the Michelin Guide Seoul 2023. It has kept its original taste through four generations. The signature dish is the Bassak bulgogi (thin-sliced bulgogi), which is served without soup and has a moist juiciness, tender texture, and not-too-sweet seasoning. Patrons have the option to other dishes including yukhoe bibimbap (beef tartare bibimbap), nakji bokkeum (stir-fried octopus), bossam (kimchi cabbage wraps with pork), and samhap (skate, pork, and kimchi combo). In addition, the handcrafted makgeolli (unrefined rice wine) made in their own brewery is a must-try.

Mapook (마포옥)

2.5Km 56 2021-03-24

312, Tojeong-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul
+82-2-716-6661

It’s a 2020 Michelin Guide restaurant. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Mapo-gu, Seoul. The representative menu is brisket and ox bone soup.

Lotte Super - Gongdeok Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (롯데슈퍼 공덕점)

2.6Km 0 2024-04-23

109, Mapo-daero, Mapo-gu, Seoul

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Seodaemun Culture & Sports Center Swimming Pool (서대문 문화체육회관 실내수영장)

2.6Km 40226 2024-03-20

39 Baekryeonsa-gil, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul

Seodaemun Culture & Sports Center Swimming Pool, covering 973 square meters, features a total of seven lanes with both adult and children's pools. The facility provides regular swimming lessons, survival swimming lessons, aqua aerobics, and more. The water quality is maintained using a natural salt electrolysis system. For free swimming, visitors can purchase tickets from the kiosk on the second floor, receive wristbands from the information desk, and enjoy the facility at an affordable cost.

Olive Young - Mapo Station Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 마포역)

2.6Km 0 2024-04-18

1F, #115, 53, Mapo-daero, Mapo-gu, Seoul

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Sunset Leisure 435 (썬셋레저 435)

2.6Km 1 2023-07-04

서울특별시 마포구 망원동 205-5

Mangwon Hangang Park is famous for its amenities, and what better than the iconic duck boat to get the most out of Hangang River? Hangang River is a wide river ranging up to 1 - 2km in x_width, so go for a joyride with duck boats on the river. One can also opt for electric boats for a more comfortable experience, depending on one’s preferences and the group size. Duck boats are particularly popular on the weekends and holidays, so it is recommended to place reservations before heading there.

Olive Young - Ahyeon Station Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 아현역)

2.7Km 0 2024-04-18

10, Sinchon-ro 35-gil, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul

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Olive Young - Bukgajwa-dong Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 북가좌동)

2.7Km 0 2024-04-22

191, Geobukgol-ro, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul

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Seonyudo Park (선유도공원)

2.7Km 0 2023-09-05

343 , Seonyu-ro, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul

Seonyudo Park is Korea's first water-themed ecological park. The park was renewed from an old water treatment plant. Visitors can observe a water purification system, an aquatic plant garden, and an ecological forest, as well as exhibitions and other interesting facilities. The park also hosts diverse hands-on programs and exhibitions.

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