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Changgyeonggung Palace Honghwamun Gate (창경궁 홍화문)

Changgyeonggung Palace Honghwamun Gate (창경궁 홍화문)

5.5Km    2021-05-27

99, Yulgok-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-762-4868

Honghwamun Gate is the main gate of Changgyeonggung Palace. It has three opening gates in the front and two to the side with a sophisticated locking mechanism.

Yongwangsan Neighborhood Park (용왕산근린공원)

Yongwangsan Neighborhood Park (용왕산근린공원)

5.5Km    2019-08-29

143, Mokdongjungang-ro, Yangcheon-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2620-3579

Yongwangsan Mountain, also known as Eomjisan, is geologically located at entrance of a land referred to as “Cheonhojibeol,” located across an artificial waterfall. The mountain’s name “Yongwangsan” (meaning Dragon King Mountain) derived from an old tale of a king who dreamt of becoming killed. He then shot an arrow to an old man with spiritual powers living in a village at the foot of Eomjisan Mountain. The king stated “I knew that the old man would someday turn into a dragon and threaten my throne. Therefore I killed the dragon.” The words dragon (“yong”) and king (“wang”) were combined to form its current name, Yongwangsan Mountain.

Nakseonjae Hall (낙선재)

Nakseonjae Hall (낙선재)

5.5Km    2021-09-30

99, Yulgok-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2148-1822

Located inside Changdeokgung Palace, Nakseonjae Hall is a one-story structure built in ikgong style (bird wing-shaped eaves placed on top of the pillars) with a hip tiled and gable roof. It has 6 kan in the front and 2 kan (traditional unit of measurement of the space between pillars) to the sides. It originally belonged to the nearby Changgyeonggung Palace, but came to be considered a part of Changdeokgung Palace in more recent years.

The hall was constructed in 1846 (12th year of King Heonjong’s reign) and it is collectively called Nakseonjae together with the adjacent Seokbokheon Hall and Sugangjae Hall.

Behind the building is a flower garden made of stacked large stones. The chimney, the flowers, and the oddly shaped stones harmoniously blend into one another to create an outstanding landscape gardening.

Wang Thai (왕타이)

5.5Km    2021-05-14

151, Itaewon-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul
+82-2-749-2746

Wang Thai serves authentic Thai food with over 100 menus by professional Thai chefs. The restaurant offers about 80 seats with Thai decorations, giving off an exotic atmosphere. The restaurant earned the Thai Select, a certificate of authentic Thai cuisine given out by the Thailand Government.

Eunae Madang (은애마당)

Eunae Madang (은애마당)

5.5Km    2021-03-25

11, Dosin-ro, 53-gil, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul
+82-2-846-3787

It is a dish made of fermented skate with strong aroma. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul. The most famous menu is sliced raw skate.

Joy Jewelry (조이 쥬얼리)

Joy Jewelry (조이 쥬얼리)

5.5Km    2020-04-24

152-1, Itaewon-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul
+82-2-796-3548

Used as ornaments throughout Korean history, amethyst, morion, and jade symbolize patience, elegance, and gentleness. Joy Jewelry offers its own products with distinctive Korean styles. Its highly functional and artistic items with colorful designs will no doubt satisfy customers looking for unique jewelry.

Itaewon Shopping Street (이태원 쇼핑거리)

Itaewon Shopping Street (이태원 쇼핑거리)

5.5Km    2025-03-29

Itaewon-dong, Yongsan-gu, Seoul
+82-2-797-7319

Itaewon Shopping Street is a 1.4-kilometer-long road located near Itaewon Station. There is an enormous variety of shops, entertainment venues, and restaurants lined along both sides of the street. As the neighborhood has a reputation as a mini melting pot in Seoul where languages other than Korean are widely spoken, it is one of the most visited places by international visitors. It has become a gateway for many international visitors to receive services and information on basic tourist needs such as accommodations, shopping, tourist attractions, and more.

Olive Young - Yeomchang Station Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 염창역)

Olive Young - Yeomchang Station Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 염창역)

5.6Km    2024-04-22

#102, and #103, 637, Gonghang-daero, Gangseo-gu, Seoul

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Lindapick [Korea Quality] / 린다픽 [한국관광 품질인증]

Lindapick [Korea Quality] / 린다픽 [한국관광 품질인증]

5.6Km    2024-10-30

26-5, Itaewon-ro 23-gil, Yongsan-gu, Seoul
+82-507-1326-4206

Lindapick is a guesthouse located a five-minute walk from Itaewon Station (line 6). The host of this new guesthouse, open in May 2021, prioritizes cleanliness by washing bedding and disinfect the whole place every time a guest leaves. The CCTVs that are installed outside and at the shared inner space are operated around the clock, strengthening the security. The light-lemon-color exterior walls of the accommodation and the muted-colored rooms are in harmony, forming a fresh and calm atmosphere. The room that can accommodate two persons shows how the host is considerate. A 100% natural aroma diffuser emits peppermint scent that makes guest unwind, and the lavender scent lets guests sleep tight. The kitchen with a refrigerator and a microwave oven is where you can cook a simple dishes, and the air purifier and the washing machine let you enjoy a fresher rest. From the entrance to the room, there is a garden that is decorated as an outdoor terrace, where you can have a leisurely time sunning yourself.

Mapo Sutbul Galbi (마포숯불갈비)

Mapo Sutbul Galbi (마포숯불갈비)

5.6Km    2021-03-25

9-1, Dosin-ro, 53-gil, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul
+82-2-841-2729

This is a place where you can enjoy Korean pork ribs personally cooked by the owner. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul. The most famous menu is grilled spareribs.