16.6Km 2023-06-22
180, Sareung-ro, Namyangju-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-573-8124
Sareung Royal Tomb is the tomb of Queen Jeongsun (1440-1521), a consort to King Danjong. She was perhaps the most tragic royal woman of the Joseon dynasty.
In 1453, she was selected to be queen out of many candidates and actually became the queen two years later. However, when King Danjong was forced to abdicate from the throne in 1457 and was exiled to Yeongwol in Gangwon-do, Queen Jeongsun was deprived of her title as well.
After King Danjong died, she built a thatched-roof house outside Seoul’s Dongdaemun Gate and lived there for the rest of her life, continuing to mourn her husband. The tomb’s name, Sareung, came from the fact that she had missed her dead husband so much.
Unlike other royal tombs, Sareung looks very simple. Its size is relatively small.
16.6Km 2024-02-06
91-3 Eosu-ro, Dongducheon-si, Gyeonggi-do
031-862-6640
Operating since 1984, Cheogajip Budaejjigae specializes in budae jjigae (sausage jjigae) in Dongducheon. Their unique take on this dish involves the use of red chili paste, setting it apart from regular budae jjigae. Their budae jjigae includes generously long sausages, with the quantity tailored to the number of diners. Another crowd-pleaser is the budae bokkeum (stir-fried hams and sausages), a stir-fried assortment of various sausages, ham, bacon, udon noodles, and vegetables, which particularly appeals to the younger customers.
16.7Km 2021-06-03
146-20, Hwarang-ro 32-gil, Seongbuk-gu, Seoul
+82-2-964-0579
Uireung is the royal tomb of King Gyeongjong (reign 1720-1724), the 20th ruler of the Joseon dynasty, and his second wife, Queen Seonui.
King Gyeongjong was the first son of King Sukjong and Janghuibin, who was one of King Sukjong’s concubines. King Gyeongjong, who was born weak and anemic, died four years after becoming the king, without any great political achievements. Uireung tombs differ from the other royal double tombs in that they are not placed side-by-side. Instead, according to geomantic theory, one tomb has been placed directly behind the other one. The arrangement also shows that when making tombs, Korean ancestors did their best to protect the natural environment. Another feature of Uireung Royal Tomb is the stone fence raised using twelve stone posts. Each post has a letter inscribed, representing one of the twelve sibijisin gods.
16.7Km 2021-03-26
8, Sinimun-ro 28-gil, Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul
+82-2-966-2732
It’s a store whose low-priced meals are popular among college students. This Western dishes restaurant is located in Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul. The representative menu is chicken steak.
16.7Km 2024-03-18
(Jingwansa Temple), 73, Jingwan-gil, Eunpyeong-gu, Seoul
+82-2-359-8410
Jingwansa Temple is one of the four Buddhist temples that surround Seoul. It was known as the center of Buddhism and academics. Jingwansa Temple is home to a variety of buildings, such as Daeungjeon Hall, Myeongbujeon Hall, and Nahanjeon Hall, all surrounded by the beautiful nature of Bukhansan Mountain. In fact, the temple complex is a popular fall destination for its fall colors. Visitors can also visit the nearby Eunpyeong Hanok Village.
16.8Km 2024-02-20
73 Jingwan-gil, Eunpyeong-gu, Seoul
Jingwansaggyegok Valley is a 1km-long stream located within the Bukhansan National Park, with clear water always flowing. Surrounded by deep forests, it offers refreshing shade and clean air. The valley features various shaped rocks and waterfalls, creating a beautiful scenery. In particular, it's a great spot for water activities with the cool shade and refreshing stream during the summer, and the autumn leaves make it stunning in the fall. Its accessibility from downtown Seoul adds to its appeal.
16.8Km 2024-04-22
167, Jongam-ro, Seongbuk-gu, Seoul
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