The Shilla Seoul (신라호텔(서울))

5.0Km 2021-05-31

249, Dongho-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2230-3311

The Shilla Seoul is a luxury hotel with an outdoor sculpture garden and Guerlain Spa. Other facilities include a fitness center, sauna, swimming pool, business center, restaurants, and more. The hotel also offers guests a free shuttle bus to Myeongdong and Dongdaemun shopping centers.

Mariang Plus - Konkuk Univ. Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (마리앙플러스 건대)

5.0Km 2024-04-22

1F, 40, Dongil-ro 20-gil, Gwangjin-gu, Seoul

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Jongmyodaeje (Royal Ancestral Memorial Rite of Joseon) (종묘대제)

5.0Km 2022-10-05

157, Jong-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) • For more info: +82-2-3210-4806, +82-2-6011-1067

Jongmyodaeje, Korea’s Royal Ancestral Memorial Rite, is a traditional ritual that has been recognized with many important designations. It is a UNESCO Masterpiece of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity, Important Intangible Cultural Property No. 56 (Jongmyo Jerye), and Korea’s Important Intangible Cultural Property No. 1 (Jongmyo Jeryeak). The ritual is held yearly on the first Sunday of May. It begins with eogahaengnyeol, the fabulous royal parade dating from the Joseon dynasy, which is truly a sight to behold as it moves through the modern city.

Jongmyodaeje originated as a royal ancestral ritual to honor the past kings and queens of the Joseon dynasty. During the Joseon era, the ritual was held five times a year (spring, summer, autumn, winter, and December) until it was abolished by Japanese colonial rule. In 1969, Jongmyodaeje was reinstated and has been held in May every year since.

Jongmyo Shrine, the destination of the procession, was the setting of ceremonial rituals during the Joseon dynasty. Originally, Jongmyo only referred to Jeongjeon (Main Hall) where the memorial tablets of Joseon’s reigning kings and queens are enshrined. Today, however, Jongmyo also encompasses Yeongnyeongjeon (Hall of Eternal Peace) where the tablets of posthumous kings and queens are enshrined and Gongsindang (Hall of Meritorious Subjects) where the tablets of esteemed ministers of the state are kept.

Korean Children’s Center Snow Sledding Field (어린이회관 눈썰매장)

5.0Km 2021-02-10

441, Gwangnaru-ro, Gwangjin-gu, Seoul
+82-1800-5309

The Korean Children's Center has a many subsidiary facilities as well as its excellent snow sledding field. The center has something for the entire family, offering various performances and recreation activities.

Nakseonjae Hall (낙선재)

5.0Km 2021-09-30

99, Yulgok-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2148-1822

Located inside Changdeokgung Palace, Nakseonjae Hall is a one-story structure built in ikgong style (bird wing-shaped eaves placed on top of the pillars) with a hip tiled and gable roof. It has 6 kan in the front and 2 kan (traditional unit of measurement of the space between pillars) to the sides. It originally belonged to the nearby Changgyeonggung Palace, but came to be considered a part of Changdeokgung Palace in more recent years.

The hall was constructed in 1846 (12th year of King Heonjong’s reign) and it is collectively called Nakseonjae together with the adjacent Seokbokheon Hall and Sugangjae Hall.

Behind the building is a flower garden made of stacked large stones. The chimney, the flowers, and the oddly shaped stones harmoniously blend into one another to create an outstanding landscape gardening.

Dokidoki (도키도키)

5.0Km 2021-04-05

43, Achasan-ro 33-gil, Gwangjin-gu, Seoul
+82-507-1311-9884

A place that sells grilled intestines loved by Koreans. The best menu at this restaurant is grilled salted pork intestine. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Gwangjin-gu, Seoul.

Innisfree - Konkuk Univ. Green Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (이니스프리 건대그린)

5.0Km 2024-04-18

1F, 127, Neungdong-ro, Gwangjin-gu, Seoul

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Jongmyo Shrine [UNESCO World Heritage] (종묘 [유네스코 세계유산])

5.0Km 2024-07-05

157 Jong-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-765-0195

Jongmyo Shrine was the primary place of worship for kings and their queens throughout the Joseon dynasty. The shrine was built at the same time as Gyeongbokgung Palace, under the orders of King Taejo, the first king of the Joseon dynasty. The shrine is the site of the royal memorial service, called Jongmyo Jaerye, a national event that has been passed down since the Three Kingdoms period. During the Joseon dynasty, the ritual was held on the first month of a seasonal change and the twelfth month of the lunar year.

Sooyeon Sanbang (수연산방)

5.0Km 2024-10-14

8 Seongbuk-ro 26-gil, Seongbuk-gu, Seoul

Sooyeon Sanbang is a traditional tea house located in Seongbuk-dong. It was originally built during the Japanese colonial period and was the hanok of the literary figure Lee Taejun. Today, it is operated as a tea house by the writer's granddaughter. The name Sooyeon Sanbang means "a house where literati gather in the mountains." Visitors can enjoy traditional teas such as daechucha (jujube tea) and ssanghwacha (medicinal herb tea), along with snacks like injeolmi (bean-powder-coated rice cake).

Hangang River (한강)

5.0Km 2024-10-29

257 Gangbyeonbuk-ro, Seongdong-gu, Seoul
+82-2-120

The Hangang River is a iconic river in Korea that crosses Seoul from north to south. Various parks and cultural facilities are located along the river, attracting numerous people to enjoy leisure and relaxation. Many people enjoy walking, biking, and jogging along the river. Water sports such as fishing, kayaking, and sailing are also popular, and the night view of the river from a cruise ship makes it even more beautiful. Events such as concerts, drone festivals, and fireworks displays are also a must-see.

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