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Seoul Geumseonsa Temple (금선사(서울))

Seoul Geumseonsa Temple (금선사(서울))

6.2Km    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.

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

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

6.2Km    2024-04-22

191, Geobukgol-ro, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul

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Baek Ni Hyang (백리향)

6.2Km    2024-02-28

57F, 50 63-ro, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul

Baek Ni Hyang is a Chinese restaurant located in Yeouido 63 Square. Combining traditional cooking methods from the Guangdong and Sichuan regions of China with influences from Beijing and Sichuan styles, the restaurant offers Chinese cuisine using seasonal ingredients. The signature dishes include buldojang (Buddha's temptation soup) and dongpayuk (red braised pork belly). The proximity to the Hangang Park and Yeouido Park makes it a great place for a leisurely stroll.

Lotte Mart - Cheongnyangni Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (롯데마트 청량리점)

6.2Km    2024-04-22

210, Wangsan-ro, Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul

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AMORE Spa (아모레퍼시픽 스파)

6.2Km    2025-01-10

21, Apgujeong-ro 29-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
+82-2-512-3067

AmorePacific, a Korean brand, initially gained popularity in New York since its opening of AMORE Beauty Gallery & Spa in Soho, New York. The AMORE Spa is a popular spa and treatment center frequented by many international celebrities.

The AMORE Spa Seoul branch, opened in April 2005, offers approximately 30 different kinds of programs. One of the most popular spa programs is Spa Therapy, which uses a diverse range of natural therapy materials including lotus flower, ginger and bamboo. Another popular program is the Halla Green Tea program, which uses green tea leaves grown in Jeju's Hallasan Mountain. Other programs include Gold & Silver Energy Healing therapy, Mystic Bamboo Forest, facial therapies, body slimming and massages.

Africa Eyewear - Hapjeong Kyobo Book Centre Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (아프리카안경원 합정교보문고점)

Africa Eyewear - Hapjeong Kyobo Book Centre Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (아프리카안경원 합정교보문고점)

6.2Km    2024-04-22

B2 13-1, 2, 14, World Cup-ro 1-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul

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Hottracks - Hapjeong Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (핫트랙스 합정점)

Hottracks - Hapjeong Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (핫트랙스 합정점)

6.2Km    2024-04-22

14, World Cup-ro 1-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul

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Olive Young - KYOBO BOOK CENTRE Hapjeong Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 합정교보)

Olive Young - KYOBO BOOK CENTRE Hapjeong Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 합정교보)

6.2Km    2024-04-22

14, World Cup-ro 1-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul

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cafe C.O.S (카페코스)

cafe C.O.S (카페코스)

6.2Km    2021-03-24

16, Eunpyeong-ro, 9-gil, Eunpyeong-gu, Seoul
+82-10-3049-1030

It is a coffee shop that offers affordable prices. This cafe is located in Eunpyeong-gu, Seoul. The representative menu is coffee.

King Sejong The Great Museum (세종대왕박물관)

King Sejong The Great Museum (세종대왕박물관)

6.2Km    2024-03-08

56, Hoegi-ro, Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul
+82-2-969-8851

King Sejong The Great Museum is a cultural complex located in the heart of Seoul, near Gwanghwamun Plaza.The Hangeul Room exhibits documents published during the reign of King Sejong, the Science Room displays Cheugugi and celestial planisphere, and the Korean Traditional Music Room showcases various traditional Korean musical instruments. The Biography Room features Portrait of King Sejong and paintings depicting scenes from his life. Outdoors, there are statues of King Sejong, the  scahe sundial, the clepsydra, and Cheugugi.