Seoul Doseonsa Temple (도선사(서울))

15.1Km 2025-06-25

504 Samyang-ro 173-gil, Gangbuk-gu, Seoul

Doseonsa Temple was established 1,100 years ago during the latter part of the Silla Kingdom when the renowned Buddhist priest Doseonguksa was traveling through the mountains. After visiting the site, Doseonguksa made a prophecy that led to the construction of the temple. According to legend, he used only his walking stick to carve the large Bodhisattva that sits at the temple. Interestingly enough, the statue does not show any evidence of chisel marks, further adding to the mystery of how the statue was made.

During the 7th year of King Gwangmu of the Joseon dynasty, Doseonsa Temple was officially named the representative temple of Korea with the purpose of promoting Cheongdamdaejongsa's Korean Buddhism movement, aiming at a religious revival. Due to these special circumstances Deseonsa Temple gained a high reputation and much recognition, which have held strong to this day.

Inside the temple, visitors can view the remains and written works of Cheongdamdaejongsa in the Cheongdamdaejongsa Memorial Hall. Next to the road leading to Cheonbuljeon Hall is a pond where you can toss a coin and make a wish and just past Yongammun Gate is a hiking path connecting Baegundae Cliff and Insubong Peak. Inside the Ksitigarbha Hall are portraits of President Park Chung-hee, Yuk Yeong-su, and Hyundai Chairman Chung Ju-yung. In front of the hall is a tree that is said to have been planted by a Buddhist priest who brought it from India 200 years ago. Historical artifacts can be found throughout the temple.

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15.1Km 2024-04-22

#C114, 524, Bongeunsa-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

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Golmok Naengmyeon (골목냉면)

15.1Km 2021-03-26

295-7, Dokseodang-ro, Seongdong-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2235-2540

This is a Seoul-style naengmyeon (Korean cold noodle) restaurant that opened in 1966. This restaurant's signature menu is cold buckwheat noodles. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Seongdong-gu, Seoul.

Fujifilm Electronic Imaging Korea - Gangnam Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (후지필름일렉트로닉이미징코리아 강남)

15.1Km 2024-04-18

838, Seolleung-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

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Tea World Festival (국제차문화대전)

15.1Km 2022-08-08

513, Yeongdong-daero, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330
(Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) • For more info: +82-2-6000-8000,

The Tea World Festival, with its aim to promote tea culture as "easily enjoyable with others," began in 2003 and has grown to become the largest tea exhibition in Korea. It showcases goods from tea producers across the country. With a combination of events, performances, and representatives from Korea’s tea industry, the festival is a must-see event for tea enthusiasts everywhere.

Will Spa (윌스파)

15.1Km 2025-01-08

524, Bongeunsa-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
+82-2-3466-8100

Willspa operates 24 hours in the Gangnam area, featuring luxurious spa that is equipped with suitable size, facility, and programs for foreign visitors’ taste.

Clue - COEX Branch (클루 (코엑스점))

15.1Km 2021-04-09

524, Bongeunsa-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
+82-2-6002-3330

Clue specializes in women’s accessories with its focus on fashion jewelry accessories made of gemstones and crystals, popular among women. The store has a unique interior design and is equipped with an extensive lighting system. It boasts gemstone accessories at inexpensive prices, attracting many loyal female customers.

Haneol Craft (한얼공예)

15.1Km 2022-09-16

524, Bongeunsa-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
+82-2-6002-6772

Haneol Craft is the only store in the COEX Mall specializing in traditional Korean handmade crafts. It sells and exhibits colorful Hahoe masks (traditional Korean masks) and traditional Korean crafts, attracting many visitors.

Chaum (차움의원)

15.1Km 2025-07-29

(2nd Floor, Pie'n Polus), 442 Dosan-daero, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

Founded in 1960, CHA Hospital has grown into a global medical institution, delivering high-quality care across 91 facilities in 7 countries, backed by over 60 years of medical expertise. Among its distinguished institutions is Chaum, a cutting-edge anti-aging and wellness center that integrates western medicine, oriental medicine, integrative medicine, and holistic approaches, including exercise prescription and food therapy, to promote optimal health.
At Chaum, we go beyond standard checkups. Unlike typical dermatology clinics, we offer advanced skin care solutions utilizing stem cell conditioned media. Our treatments focus on wrinkle prevention, enhancing skin hydration, and reducing melanin production, helping you maintain youthful, radiant skin.

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26, Apgujeong-ro 60-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

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