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Nampo Myeonok (남포면옥)

Nampo Myeonok (남포면옥)

7.3Km    2024-03-07

24, Eulji-ro 3-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-777-3131

Located near Seoul City Hall and Cheonggyecheon Stream, Nampo Myeonok is a traditional Korean restaurant. Opened in 1968, it has been recognized by the Michelin Guide several times. Their specialty is pyeongyang naengmyeon (pyeongyang cold buckwheat noodles). The restaurant also serves a variety of other dishes that are the most commonly found in Korea, including galbi tang (galbi soup), bulgogi, mandu soup, and yukgaejang (spicy beef soup).

Insa Chilgi - Insa Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (인사칠기 인사)

Insa Chilgi - Insa Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (인사칠기 인사)

7.3Km    2024-04-22

5, Seolleung-ro 162-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

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Seungdong Church (승동교회)

Seungdong Church (승동교회)

7.3Km    2020-04-02

7-1, Insadong-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-732-2340

Seungdong Presbyterian Church was designated Tangible Cultural Asset No. 130 by the Seoul Metropolitan Government on April 6, 2001. Originally known as “Gondanggol Church,” the church was established by Samuel Foreman Moore (1860-1906) in 1893. In those days, the church was known as a “baekjeong church” since it primarily drew Korea’s social underdogs such baekjeong (the butchers), the untouchable class of Joseon society.

Following a number of relocations and name changes (called “Gondanggol,” “Jungang,” and finally “Seungdong”) the church was moved to its current location in Insadong. After Moore died in 1906, Charles Allen Clark became the pastor of the church and Mongyang Yuh Woon-hyung, a key figure in the political history of Joseon, became active in the church. The church was attended by many other activists as well. In fact, the large student demonstration that took place during the March 1st Independence Movement in 1919 was organized by a group of young church members. The church once again made its mark on history with the establishment of the Joseon Theological Seminary in 1939.

Seungdong Church (B1-2F) covers a total of 660 square meters. No record has been found on its architect or builder, but the building is said to have been one of the more magnificent buildings in the area before its beauty was obscured by newer structures.

Hankangouk (한강옥)

Hankangouk (한강옥)

7.3Km    2021-03-18

21, Eulji-ro 3-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-777-6678

This Korean cuisine is located near Euljiro 1(il)ga Station, Seoul. A store that sells only the highest-quality Korean beef. The representative menu is grilled Korean beef sirloin.

Jaws Basket (조스바스켓)

Jaws Basket (조스바스켓)

7.3Km    2021-03-24

86, Dongsung-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-744-0701

You can enjoy brunch in the spacious space and on the outdoor terrace. This restaurant's signature menu is spaghetti. This cafe is located in Jongno-gu, Seoul.

Pizzeria O Main Branch (핏제리아오 대학로 본점)

Pizzeria O Main Branch (핏제리아오 대학로 본점)

7.3Km    2023-12-22

86 Dongsung-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul

A restaurant in Daehak-ro that recreates the original taste of pizza from Naples, Italy, the home of pizza. All classic pizzas, starting with the Margherita Bufala Pizza, are baked in a wood-fired oven. Pasta and salads are also made personally by the chef, so customer satisfaction is guaranteed. The chef of this branch had won first place at the 2019 World Pizza Championship in Rome. He gained public attention by appearing in various variety shows, such as “Kang's Kitchen Season 3 (2019)” and “Running Man (2010-),” which made him more recognized by the public. Pizzeria O’s pizza dough is characterized by chewy yet light texture.

JUST MALE FRIEND, FEMALE FRIEND(남사친 여사친)

7.3Km    2025-06-10

서울특별시 종로구 대학로12길 49 (동숭동)

The Museum of Medicine (서울대학교병원의학박물관)

The Museum of Medicine (서울대학교병원의학박물관)

7.3Km    2024-03-18

101 Daehak-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul

The Museum of Medicine is located in the building of the former Daehan Medical Center, the oldest modern hospital in Korea. It is a medical museum that provides a comprehensive view of the development of modern medicine in Korea, the history of medical devices, and the transformation of Seoul National University Hospital. Through permanent and special exhibitions, the museum showcases medical artifacts and documents related to the history of medicine.

Hwangudan Altar (환구단)

Hwangudan Altar (환구단)

7.3Km    2020-05-07

112, Sogong-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-3396-5842

Hwangudan Altar, also called Hwandan Altar, refers to an altar complex for the rite of heaven. The rites were first performed in the Goryeo dynasty by King Seongjong in the first month of 983 (2nd year of his reign), but was repeatedly adopted and abolished, and eventually stopped at the start of the Joseon dynasty.

Then in 1456 (2nd year of King Sejo), the practice was temporarily standardized and the rites were performed at Hwangudan Altar again in 1457. However, rites were again abolished in 1464 (10th year of King Sejo). It wasn’t until 1897 (34th year of King Gojong) when the Joseon dynasty was renamed as the Korean Empire and King Gojong ascended to emperor, that the rite was revived.

Now, Hwangungu Shrine and three stone drums stand at the location of the former altar complex. The three stone drums symbolize the instruments used for the rites. The shrine was completed in 1899, two years after the altar was started in 1897. Today, the Hwangungu Shrine still stands within the hotel grounds of the Westin Chosun Hotel.

Tteulan Teahouse (뜰안)

Tteulan Teahouse (뜰안)

7.3Km    2024-12-10

Tteulan Teahouse is a cafe that really allows one to feel the tradition and flair of Korea. Tteulan has two entrances: one facing the wide alley and the other facing the smaller one. The smaller entrance is decorated like a garden, so it feels as if one is stepping into a land of fairy-tales. The café has a floor seating tables with traditional items like gadari soban (a table with legs that curve like a dog's legs), and jogakbo (a textile woven from several pieces of scrap cloth), all of which add to the traditional Korean aesthetic. The menu features ssanghwacha (medicinal herb tea known to help the immune system), a favorite among middle-aged and elderly Koreans; omija tea (omija is a tart berry that grows in East Asia known to be good for lung and bronchial health and boosts immunity); citrus tea (usually made with yuzu which is rich in vitamin C and said to help mitigate fatigue); and pour-over coffee. Traditional desserts include mugwort rice cake (rice cake with mugwort added for herbal flavor, best enjoyed with malt syrup), pumpkin rice cake, and roasted grain powder (a nutritious beverage made with a variety of powdered grain). It can be hard to find seating in the afternoon, so visitors are advised to avoid these hours if they seek to enjoy their drink in peace.