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Yejiwon (예지원)

4.6Km    2022-09-19

72, Jangchungdan-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2253-2211

The Yejiwon is located in Seoul Jung-gu Jangchung-dong and has been offering traditional Korean etiquette education programs since its inception on September 16th, 1974. Furthermore, the Yejiwon also serves to introduce the traditional cultures and living cultures of Korean etiquettes to foreigners.

Most programs offered are short-term classes, and reservations can be made on the homepage up to 15 days in advance. Reservations are only available for groups of 10 or more and classes are instructed in Korean only, so it may be a good idea to be accompanied by a guide.

Alternative Space Loop (대안공간 루프)

4.6Km    2021-01-22

20, Wausan-ro 29na-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul
+82-2-3141-1377

Alternative Space Loop (also known as the “Loop”) is one of few alternative space in Korea, opened in February, 1999. It is a non-profit gallery that provides exhibition space and support programs for young and promising artists, and is currently being supported by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism and the Korea Arts & Culture Education Service. Since opening, many exhibitions and performances are held every year, and the space has also engaged in diverse international exchanges such as Tirana Biennale and was invited to the Gwangju Biennale as an alternative art space in 2002.

Mapo Yangji Seolleongtang (마포양지설렁탕)

4.6Km    2024-02-22

6 Saechang-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul

Mapo Yangji Seolleongtang, opened its doors in 1977. The distinctive feature of this seolleongtang (ox bone soup) establishment is its clear broth with minimal meat odor, showcasing the rich flavor of deeply boiled beef bones and the sweetness of beef brisket. Served in a hot pot, it is accompanied by freshly cooked rice and hot soup. In addition to the signature dish, they also offer variations like naejangtang (offal soup), kkoritang (oxtail soup), joktang (ox feet soup) and doganitang (ox knee soup).

Yennaljip Chamsutgui (옛날집참숯구이)

4.6Km    2021-03-19

143, Eoulmadang-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul
+82-2-3141-9608

A barbecue specialty restaurant located near Hongik Univ. Station in Seoul. A Korean BBQ restaurant. The most famous menu is grilled pork belly.

Bapjangin Dwaejijjigae(밥장인돼지찌개)

4.6Km    2020-11-02

16, Yanghwa-ro, 18an-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul
+82-2-6052-1833

Idolllook - Hongdae Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (아이돌룩 홍대)

4.6Km    2024-04-18

4F, 74, Hongik-ro 6-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul

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Tamiya - Hongdae Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (타미야(홍대점))

4.6Km    2024-04-16

7F YZ PARK, 176, Yanghwa-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul

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Stylenanda - Hongdae Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (스타일난다 홍대)

4.6Km    2024-04-17

23, Wausan-ro 29da-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul

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Seoul Geumseonsa Temple (금선사(서울))

4.6Km    2021-08-17

137, Bibong-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-395-9911

Geumseonsa Temple is located within Bukhansan National Park, just behind Cheong Wa Da (The Blue House) and Gyeongbokgung Palace. The entrance to the temple is just off the hiking path to Bibong Peak.

After passing Banyajeon Hall, where Buddhist services are held, visitors will see a pine tree over 200 years old, and beyond that, a staircase with 108 steps leading up to Daejeokgwangjeon Hall in the temple's main area. To the right is Samseonggak House and Hongyegyo Bridge over the clear waters flowing down from the mountain.

Additional temple buildings include Mitajeon Hall and Yeonhwadang Hall, built in 2004 by Monk Beopan; and Jeokmukdang Hall, built using traditional construction techniques.

CACAOBOOM (카카오봄)

4.6Km    2021-03-30

6, Wausan-ro 27-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul
+82-2-3141-4663

It is a store that sells handmade chocolate. This cafe is located in Mapo-gu, Seoul. The most famous menu is chocolate drink.