Jogyesa Temple (조계사(서울))

451.6M 2024-10-25

55 Ujeongguk-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul

As the main temple as well as the district head temple of the Jogye order in Seoul, Jogyesa Temple is the center of Korean Buddhism. The temple was built in the late 14th century during the Goryeo period but was completely destroyed in a fire. It was rebuilt under the name of Gakwangsa Temple in 1910 with the effort of many respectful monks, namely Han Yong-un and Lee Hee-gwang. The temple was given a role as the head temple of Korea’s Buddhism and renamed to Tegosa Temple in 1936. In 1954, a purification drive took place to eliminate Japanese influence and revive traditional Buddhism, which established the present day Jogyesa Temple as a result.

Jogyesa Temple plays an important role in Korean Buddhism as the head temple of the Jogye order. Jogyesa Temple’s Dharma Hall serves as the main venue for several Buddhist events, holding rituals, lectures, ceremonies, and other events all year long. The annual lantern festival in celebration of Buddha's birthday also takes place at this temple.

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Kumho Art Hall (금호아트홀)

467.1M 2021-05-28

76, Saemunan-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-6303-1977

Kumho Art Hall was built in 2000 exclusively for classical music concerts, with 390 seats, the perfect structure for chamber concerts. All seats are recital hall chairs and the wide spacing between rows of chairs helps the audience to have a pleasant time. Upon entering the theater, all cell phones will turn off automatically. This helps all visitors to enjoy the concert without being interrupted by ringing cell phones. The interior is cozy and luxurious, and the stage is made of maple.

National Palace Museum of Korea (국립고궁박물관)

475.7M 2023-03-24

12, Hyoja-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-3701-7500

The National Palace Museum of Korea displays over 40,000 relics from the Joseon dynasty. With various treasures on exhibit, the museum continues to provide information on the dignity of royal culture and the creativity of royal cultural assets.

Seoul Papyrus [Tax Refund Shop] (서울파피루스)

480.6M 2024-04-19

136, Sejong-daero, Jung-gu, Seoul

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482.5M 2024-06-26

135, Sejong-daero, Jung-gu, Seoul

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YallaKOREA (얄라코리아)

487.5M 2025-10-23

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YallaKOREA is a medical tourism agency specialized in serving Arab patients, providing medical services since 2016 for those wishing to visit plastic surgery and dermatology clinics in Korea. For patients undergoing surgery, it offers customized services including medical interpretation, private transportation, hotel reservations, airport pick-up and drop-off services, and daily tours. With years of experience and a deep understanding of Arab culture, it ensures safe and convenient medical tourism.

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495.9M 2024-07-17

40, Sejong-daero 21-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-736-8889

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CheongKwanJang - Jonggak Station Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (정관장 종각역)

498.0M 2024-04-22

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