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Sejong University Museum (세종대학교 박물관)

Sejong University Museum (세종대학교 박물관)

13.1Km    2022-09-16

209, Neungdong-ro, Gwangjin-gu, Seoul
+82-2-3408-3876

Sejong University Museum exhibits folk art, wooden crafts, clothing, accessories, pottery, paintings and calligraphy collected for over 40 years by the couple who founded the present day Sejong University, Dr. Ju Young-ha and Dr. Choi Ok-ja. This museum has its origins in the Soodo Gallery, which was built in Chungmuro, the campus’ original location, in 1959. Needing more space to house additional artifacts, the museum moved to its current location, which first opened on May 5, 1973 in a four-story concrete building inspired by traditonal tower design from the Baekje era. This building was later expanded on May 20, 1977.

After the university’s name was changed to Sejong University in 1979, the museum was also renamed the Sejong University Museum. The museum showcases unique artifacts to both scholars and students from home and abroad in contribution to the research of Korea’s culture, arts, and archeology.

Haengjusanseong Fortress History Park (행주산성 역사공원)

Haengjusanseong Fortress History Park (행주산성 역사공원)

13.1Km    2024-02-06

93-38 Haengjusanseong-ro, Deogyang-gu, Goyang-si, Gyeonggi-do

Haengjusanseong Fortress History Park, located next to the Haengjusanseong Fortress near the Hangang River, is a site steeped in history. It played a significant role as a witness to the battles between Joseon and Japanese forces during the Japanese Invasions of Korea (1592-1598). The park includes several features such as the Hangang River Observatory, which has been repurposed from military posts, a fence photo zone, Baramgaebi Hill, and a vast lawn area. Additionally, as part of the Haengjusanseong Trail, the park is known for offering a spectacular view of the sunset, making it a picturesque spot for visitors.

Memorial to the Loyal Dead (호국충혼위령비)

Memorial to the Loyal Dead (호국충혼위령비)

13.2Km    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.

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Built by the First Division of the ROK Army, Mitasa Temple

So All Too Bakery (소올투베이커리)

So All Too Bakery (소올투베이커리)

13.2Km    2024-04-08

6-6 Gahak-ro 85beon-gil, Gwangmyeong-si, Gyeonggi-do

So All Too Bakery is a large bakery and cafe located by the entrance to Gwangmyeong Cave. The venue offers many indoor and outdoor seatings along with a conveniently spacious parking lot. Travelers are greeted with the cafe's signature salt bread, which comes in various flavors with healthy toppings, including honeycomb, ink, button mushrooms, hot sausages, bacon, basil, and green onion. In addition, bagels, croissants, scones, sandwiches, and madeleines are also available.

Olive Young - Homeplus Wolgok Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 홈플러스월곡)

13.2Km    2024-04-17

Home Plus Wolgok Branch, 76, Hwarang-ro, Seongbuk-gu, Seoul

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Homeplus - Wolgok Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (홈플러스 월곡)

13.2Km    2024-04-22

76, Hwarang-ro, Seongbuk-gu, Seoul

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Davich Optical - Mia Sageori Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (다비치안경 미아사거리)

13.2Km    2024-04-22

1F, 3, Wolgye-ro, Gangbuk-gu, Seoul

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Himart - Bisan Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (하이마트 비산점)

Himart - Bisan Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (하이마트 비산점)

13.2Km    2024-04-22

275, Gwanak-daero, Dongan-gu, Anyang-si, Gyeonggi-do

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Haeju Naengmyeon (해주냉면)

Haeju Naengmyeon (해주냉면)

13.3Km    2024-03-13

8-16, Baekjegobun-ro 7-gil, Songpa-gu, Seoul
+82-2-424-7192

Haeju Naengmyeon is a restaurant specializing in naengmyeon (cold buckwheat noodles). In fact, the restaurant has two menus: mullaengmyeon (cold buckwheat noodles) and super-spicy bibim naengmyeon (spicy buckwheat noodles), along with accompaniments like mulmandu (boiled mandu), eggs, and the beverage coolpis. The sauce features copious amounts of garlic and goes very well with vinegar, mustard, and sugar. If you find the bibim naengmyeon (spicy buckwheat noodles) too spicy, cool down with warm broth or get some eggs on the side.