Manggyeongam Hermitage (망경암)

8.1 Km 25011 2021-04-24

72, Taepyeong-ro 55beon-gil, Sujeong-gu, Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-753-3090

Manggyeongam’s name derives from the hermitage's view of Seoul, and is located in Bokjeong-dong of Seongnam, Gyeonggi-do. Manggyeongam Hermitage is said to be the place where kings of the late Goryeo and early Joseon periods prayed for peace for their subjects. In addition, Prince Pyeongwon, the 7th son of King Sejong, and Grand Prince Jean built an altar at Mangyeongam Hermitage and Chilseongdae Peak and pledged filial piety.

The hermitage is more widely known for its connection to the Chilseong faith, in which believers worship Chilseong (the Seven Stars). It is easily recognized by the written records inscribed into the rock wall. Located at the hermitage is the Rock-carved Seated Buddha, an original work of the hermitage that is also designated Gyeonggi-do’s Tangible Cultural Asset No. 102. The Buddha is embossed inside a deep hole in the rock. In the words inscribed near the statue, there is also a legend that says Lee Gu-seung carved Gwaneum Statue near Rock-carved Seated Buddha and built the hermitage in 1897.

Next to the hermitage is a pond called “Bokumul,” which means “blessed sugared water.” The neighborhood of Bojeong-dong takes its name from this pond. At the hermitage, Daeungjeon Hall (the main hall), Samseonggak Shrine (shrine for three spirits), and Mireukjeon Hall were all established fairly recently. The hermitage site also includes a huge Mireuk Daebul statue (Great State of Maitreya Buddha) and a five-story stone pagoda.

Olive Young - Naebang Station Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 내방역)

8.1 Km 0 2024-04-22

184, Bangbae-ro, Seocho-gu, Seoul

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Homeplus - Dongdaemun Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (홈플러스 동대문)

8.1 Km 0 2024-04-23

133, Cheonho-daero, Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul

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Olive Young - Itaewon Jungang Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 이태원중앙)

8.1 Km 0 2024-04-22

180, Itaewon-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul

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Jinine Tteokbokki (진이네떡볶이)

8.1 Km 67 2021-03-29

19, Dongnam-ro 71-gil, Gangdong-gu, Seoul
+82-2-481-2585

You can enjoy Tteokbokki, Korea's representative street food. This restaurant's signature menu is stir-fried rice cake. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Gangdong-gu, Seoul.

Jonny Dumpling (쟈니덤플링)

8.1 Km 170 2021-03-29

5, Bogwang-ro 59-gil, Yongsan-gu, Seoul
+82-2-790-8830

It is a restaurant famous for its half-moon-shaped grilled dumplings. The best menu at this restaurant is pan-fried dumpling. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Yongsan-gu, Seoul.

Lush Korea - Itaewon Station Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (㈜러쉬코리아 이태원역점)

8.1 Km 0 2024-04-19

179, Itaewon-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul

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BUA (부아)

8.1 Km 1779 2021-03-19

9, Bogwang-ro 59-gil, Yongsan-gu, Seoul
+82-2-792-3340

A restaurant frequently featured in programs on Korean delicious dishes. Bua, meaning a lotus in Thai, features authentic Thai cuisine. The best menu at this restaurant is som tam. This is a Asian restaurant located in Itaewon, Seoul.

Hamilton Hotel (해밀톤 호텔)

8.1 Km 38453 2021-03-09

179, Itaewon-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul
+82-2-3786-6000

Opened in 1973 with the goal of being a representative hotel of Korea, Hamilton Hotel is a landmark in Seoul's Itaewon. The hotel is easily accessable via public transportation, including the subway and airport limousine buses. It is also in a central area of the city, allowing guests to easily travel to all the tourist attractions in Seoul or attend to any business they may have here. Hotel amenities include an outdoor swimming pool, banquet halls, fitness center, sauna and more, making Hamilton Hotel popular for relaxation.

Grand Hyatt Seoul Ice Skating Rink (그랜드하얏트 서울 아이스링크)

8.1 Km 72823 2019-06-14

322, Sowol-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul
+82-2-799-8113

The Grand Hyatt Hotel's beautiful ice skating rink has been featured in a number of Korean TV commercials and dramas. Skating with an open-view of Hangang River and the Gangnam area makes for a romantic dating spot for couples and a perfect place to enjoy winter sports for visitors with friends and families. Also, a night view of the center of the city is available from Grand Hyatt Hotel.

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