Seoul Gwanmunsa Temple (관문사(서울))

10.8Km 2021-06-01

111, Baumoe-ro 7-gil, Seocho-gu, Seoul
+82-2-3460-5300

Located at the foot of Umyeonsan Mountain in Seocho-gu, Seoul, Gwanmunsa Temple had its ground-breaking ceremony in 1993 and construction was completed in October 1998.

The temple site has a total area of 22,148.76 ㎡ with seven ground levels and four basement levels. The temple was constructed with a mixture of modern and traditional Buddhist architectural designs. Inside the temple, cutting-edge facilities are used for various cultural events, conferences, and sacred ceremonies.

Neighbored by Cheonggyesan Mountain, Umyeonsan Mountain, and Yangjaecheon Stream, the temple is located near many natural spots visitors can enjoy. In particular, Umyeonsan Mountain (alt. 293 m), where Gwanmunsa Temple is located, gets its name for its shape resembling a cow lying down. Designated as a city park and managed by Seoul Metropolitan Government, Umyeonsan Mountain has several valleys with clear spring waters and a dense forest inhabited by diverse animals and plants.

yyk [Tax Refund Shop] (와이와이케이)

10.8Km 2024-06-27

13, Itaewon-ro 54ga-gil, Yongsan-gu, Seoul

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PLATFORM PLACE HANNAM[Korea Quality]/플랫폼 플레이스(한남점)[한국관광 품질인증]

10.8Km 2024-06-25

268 , Itaewon-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul
+82-2-797-4628

Platform Place Hannam store, located near Itaewon Street in Yongsan-gu, Seoul, sells a selection of overseas brand products, including clothing, household items and kitchenware, stationery, and other designer items. Over 50 brands are featured, including Saint James, Neul, Norse Projects, Blue de Paname, Homecore, and Rocky Mountain Featherbed.The shop is right next to Hangangjin station on subway Line 6, and customers can also use a pay-for public parking lot.

Kasina [Tax Refund Shop] (카시나)

10.8Km 2024-04-19

123F, 266, Itaewon-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul

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Gwanghuimun Gate (광희문)

10.8Km 2021-02-24

344, Toegye-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-3700-3900

Gwanghuimun Gate is said to have been originally constructed in 1396, the 5th year of King Taejo, at the southeast of the capital city. It was often referred to as Sugumun Gate (water channel gate) and was actually used as a Sigumun, literally meaning “corpse gate,” as funeral processions passed through this gate when exiting to the east.

During the Imjin War (1592-1598), the fortress gate was destroyed to such a degree that it made finding the original location close to impossible. Nevertheless, reconstruction efforts were started in 1711 (37th year of King Sukjong) and the gate was restored together with the gate's watchtower. Gwanghuimun Gate remained intact even when the fortress walls were demolished to build tram tracks during the Japanese occupation, but it was later damaged during the Korean War and left neglected. In 1975, restoration work was carried out to relocate Gwanghuimun Gate to a site 15 meters south of its original location since it stood in the middle of the road.

Jangchung Gymnasium (장충체육관)

10.8Km 2024-03-12

241, Dongho-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2128-2800

Jangchung Gymnasium is Korea's first domed gymnasium and opened in 1963. It was renovated in 2015 to become what it is today. It is famous for hosting the Korean Professional Volleyball League during the winter months. The gymnasium also boasts a variety of athletic competitions, cultural performances, and events. Nearby are Jangchungdan Park, Jangchung-dong Jokbal Street, and Dongdaemun Historical and Cultural Park, which are all worth exploring.