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Palace Royal Guard Changing Ceremony (수문장 교대의식)

Palace Royal Guard Changing Ceremony (수문장 교대의식)

17.7Km    2025-07-11

161 Sajik-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-3210-1645

In the Joseon dynasty, the royal guards of the palace were gatekeepers who were responsible for guarding the the main gates of Gyeongbokgung Palace as well as the main gates of the city such as Heunginjimun Gate and Sungnyemun Gate. The royal guards worked in shift duties and were in charge of opening and closing Gwanghwamun Gate. Before the royal guard system was enforced in 1469, the palace gates were protected by soldiers of the central army. The Palace Royal Guard Changing Ceremony held at Gyeongbokgung Palace and the Gwanghwamun area reenacts the guard-changing procedure that took place during the Joseon dynasty, along with the reproduction of costumes and weapons, based on historical records.

WooAhin Plastic Surgery Clinic [Tax Refund Shop] (우아인 성형외과)

WooAhin Plastic Surgery Clinic [Tax Refund Shop] (우아인 성형외과)

17.7Km    2024-06-27

4F, 111, Bongeunsa-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

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Gangnam Brand Eye Clinic (강남브랜드안과의원)

17.7Km    2025-10-23

3F & 8F-9F, 519 Gangnam-daero, Seocho-gu, Seoul

Gangnam Brand Eye Clinic provides precise examinations, accurate diagnosis, and the highest quality medical services by leveraging cutting-edge equipment and advanced technology. It prioritizes safety by adhering to ethical principles and consistently strives for the best without taking shortcuts.
The clinic has established a global presence, attracting renowned figures worldwide, including Presidents of foreign countries and National Assembly members. 
In 2024, Gangnam Brand Eye Clinic was recognized for its excellence in SCHWIND ATOS, based on numerous cases and research, to become the first SMILE LASIK training institute in Korea.
The medical staff at Gangnam Brand Eye Clinic is committed, with a sense of duty, to helping more people gain clear and bright vision through continuous SMILE LASIK research, as well as through teaching and training. The clinic takes a double verification process through its collaborative care system to achieve optimal results.

57 Myeongdong Hostel [Korea Quality] / 57명동호스텔 [한국관광 품질인증]

57 Myeongdong Hostel [Korea Quality] / 57명동호스텔 [한국관광 품질인증]

17.7Km    2024-07-30

57 , Myeongdong 2-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-778-8835, +82-10-3262-3503

Located in Myeong-dong, Jung-gu, Seoul, 57 Myeongdong Hostel is easy to remember because its name is the same as its address! Just a 5-minute walk from an airport bus-stop, and a 3-minute walk from Myeongdong metro station, the hostel offers single rooms with ensuite bathrooms, and is popular with single travelers or those on business trips. Breakfast, coffee and tea are provided free, and a mini washing machine can be used without charge. The hostel is close to the Myeongdong shopping district, and is also convenient for nearby tourist attractions. Tourist information and reservation services are provided at the front desk.

Artbox - Uijeongbu Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (아트박스 의정부)

Artbox - Uijeongbu Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (아트박스 의정부)

17.7Km    2024-04-22

5, Haengbok-ro, Uijeongbu-si, Gyeonggi-do

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Kaist Optical Shop [Tax Refund Shop] (카이스트안경)

Kaist Optical Shop [Tax Refund Shop] (카이스트안경)

17.7Km    2024-04-22

49, Myeongdong 2-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul

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Zeus Eyewear - Myeong-dong Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (제우스안경 명동)

Zeus Eyewear - Myeong-dong Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (제우스안경 명동)

17.7Km    2024-04-22

2F, 105, Toegye-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul

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K-Royal Culture Festival (궁중문화축전)

K-Royal Culture Festival (궁중문화축전)

17.7Km    2025-07-29

161 Sajik-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-1522-2295

The K-Royal Culture Festival is held at the five Royal Palaces and Jongmyo Shrine. The festival first began in 2014 and provides visitors with first-hand knowledge of these important cultural heritages through unique performances, exhibitions, experiences and programs. The festival expanded in 2021 to be hosted twice a year, in spring and in fall.

Golden Dew - Lotte Main Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (골든듀 롯데본점)

Golden Dew - Lotte Main Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (골든듀 롯데본점)

17.7Km    2024-04-17

81, Namdaemun-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul

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