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Namsan Octagonal Pavilion (남산 팔각정)

Namsan Octagonal Pavilion (남산 팔각정)

5.3Km    2021-06-19

105, Namsangongwon-gil, Yongsan-gu, Seoul
+82-2-3783-5900

Originally known as Unamjeong Pavilion, the pavilion was built in 1959 to commemorate Rhee Syngman. It was demolished by the 4.19 movement in 1960 and was rebuilt on November 11, 1968. This pavilion now sits atop Namsan Mountain, with views covering the entirety of Seoul below. As it is a prime spot to view the first sunrise of the year, the annual sunrise festival takes place every New Year's Day.

BST Plastic Surgery [Tax Refund Shop] (비에스티성형외과 [사후면세점])

5.3Km    2024-04-16

6-7F Inam Bldg., 616, Yeongdong-daero, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

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Olive Young - Bongeunsa Station Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 봉은사역)

Olive Young - Bongeunsa Station Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 봉은사역)

5.3Km    2024-04-17

602, Yeongdong-daero, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

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Chunpoong Brewery (춘풍양조장)

Chunpoong Brewery (춘풍양조장)

5.3Km    2025-07-24

101-3 Dasan-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul

Chungpoong Brewery, a specialized brewery producing makgeolli, offers brewery tours and tasting sessions, conveying the value of Korean alcohol. Through these programs, the brewery shares Korean alcohol culture and provides information about traditional Korean alcohol. Visitors can also enjoy a dining and alcohol experience here. 

CheongKwanJang - Daechi Tower Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (정관장 대치타워)

CheongKwanJang - Daechi Tower Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (정관장 대치타워)

5.3Km    2024-04-18

1F, 8, Teheran-ro 98-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

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Gwanaksan Mountain Nakseongdae Park (관악산 낙성대공원)

Gwanaksan Mountain Nakseongdae Park (관악산 낙성대공원)

5.4Km    2021-07-16

77, Nakseongdae-ro, Gwanak-gu, Seoul
+82-2-879-6525

Nakseongdae Park was built as a tribute to General Kang Gam-chan (948-1031) of the Goryeo dynasty. In 1973, the city of Seoul reorganized the birthplace of General Kang, resulting in changes to the park. Located inside the park are Anguksa Shrine, the general’s birthplace, and a three-story stone pagoda, which was made during the Goryeo dynasty. The 4.48-meter-high pagoda is made of granite, and is called “Kang Gam-chan Tap (pagoda)” or “Kang Gam-chan Nakseongdae Tap”.

*Anguksa Shrine
Anguksa is a shrine built in 1974 emulating the wooden architecture style of the Goryeo era. The shrine has high ceilings and houses the portrait of General Kang Gam-chan. The shrine is located on the road leading to the back gate of Seoul National University and has become a popular place in the area.

*Nakseongdae Yuji
Nakseongdae Yuji is the birthplace of General Kang Gam-chan and the original location of the three-story pagoda. During the maintenance of Nakseongdae area in 1973, the pagoda was moved into the vicinity of Anguksa Shrine, and a two-meter tall monument was erected in its original location to mark the historical significance of the site.

CheongKwanJang - Seoul Nat’l Univ. Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (정관장 서울대)

CheongKwanJang - Seoul Nat’l Univ. Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (정관장 서울대)

5.4Km    2024-04-18

Store #102, Yeseong Officetel, 1798, Nambusunhwan-ro, Gwanak-gu, Seoul

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Gwanak Kang Gam-chan Festival (관악강감찬축제)

Gwanak Kang Gam-chan Festival (관악강감찬축제)

5.4Km    2025-07-11

77 Nakseongdae-ro, Gwanak-gu, Seoul
+82-2-828-5765

The Gwanak Gang Gam-chan Festival is a historical and cultural event held to honor the patriotic spirit of General Gang Gam-chan, a famous general from the Goryeo Dynasty. The festival is known for its impressive night events, fitting for the location named after a falling star, and features a variety of parades and performances. 

◎ Gang Gam-chan and Nakseongdae 
General Gang Gam-chan of Goryeo is said to have been born at the place where the fourth star of the Big Dipper fell. This place is called Nakseongdae, which means “the place where the star fell.” 

KwangDong Hospital (광동병원)

5.4Km    2025-10-23

612 Bongeunsa-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

Kwangdong Hospital, located in the heart of Samseong-dong, Gangnam, is a premium secondary hospital combining university-level expertise with the convenience of a private clinic. We offer diverse departments, including Allergy, Neurology, Orthopedics, Rehabilitation, Family Medicine, and Korean Medicine, along with specialized centers such as Dementia Prevention, Asthma & Allergy, and Anti-Aging & Immunity. With state-of-the-art equipment and experienced medical staff, we provide premium health screening program and patient-tailored integrative care, including regenerative and functional medicine, delivering trusted total healthcare services to both domestic and international patients.

Seoul Forest (서울숲)

5.4Km    2024-10-29

273 Ttukseom-ro, Seongdong-gu, Seoul
+82-2-460-2905

Seoul Forest is a city park opened on June 18, 2005 in what was originally a water treatment facility. Consisting of four themed parks spread over approximately 595,000 ㎡ of land, Seoul Forest is an eco-friendly zone appreciated not only by the people of the city but also those visiting Seoul.