Mokpo Modern History Museum - Hall No. 1 (목포근대역사관 1관) - Area information

Mokpo Modern History Museum - Hall No. 1 (목포근대역사관 1관)

10.4Km 2024-09-25

경기도 과천시 과천대로 608-7 (과천동)
+82-61-242-0340

Mokpo Modern History Museum is the oldest building in Mokpo and a witness to Korea’s modern and contemporary history. It was built in 1898 and was used to house various public organizations, like city halls, consulates, and cultural centers, before being turned into the Mokpo Modern History Museum in 2014. As a building that has survived through rapid changes, it is valued for its historical and architectural significance. The museum has an exhibition on Mokpo’s history, organized into seven themes, detailing the history of the production and exploitation of various goods during the Japanese colonial period (1910-1945), along with miniature recreations of the streets of Mokpo city at that time.

Eutteum Cheongdam Matjip (으뜸청담맛집)

10.4Km 2021-03-22

15, Seolleung-ro, 132-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
+82-2-574-5372

It is a restaurant that many office workers visit, as a famous restaurant. This restaurant's signature menu is braised pollack. A Korean dishes specialty restaurant located near Gangnam-gu Office, Seoul.

Bongmilga Gangnam-gu Office Main Store (봉밀가 강남구청점)

10.4Km 2024-02-27

664 Seolleung-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

Bongmilga is a Pyeongyang naengmyeon (Pyeongyang cold buckwheat noodles) restaurant located near Gangnam-gu Office, also recognized by the Michelin Guide. One of its proud features is the meticulous process of boiling the broth for five hours starting from 5 AM. Its signature dish is the Pyeongyang memilguksu (Pyeongyang buckwheat noodles) served cold, and it also offers onmyeon (warm noodles), hanu gomtang (Korean beef bone soup), and other items. Side dishes include memil jeon (buckwheat pancake), Pyongyang mandu, and suyuk (boiled pork slices). Nearby, visitors can explore the UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site, Seonjeongneung Royal Tomb.

Korea Furniture Museum (한국가구박물관)

10.4Km 2024-10-29

121 Daesagwan-ro, Seongbuk-gu, Seoul

The Korea Furniture Museum, located on a hill in Seongbuk-dong, Seoul, is a special museum that displays items related to Korea's traditional living culture. The museum exhibits wooden furniture made in the late Joseon dynasty by material (persimmon tree, maple tree, paulownia tree, zelkova tree, pine tree, papers, etc.), by the type of space (men’s quarters, women’s quarters, kitchen, etc.), and by regional characteristics. It also exhibits interior decorations, flower walls, chimneys, and yards, as well as ten traditional Korean houses.
This museum operates through a guided tour (maximum of 20 people per group) only, suitable for showing Korea's housing culture that harmonizes furniture and nature. The old household items, “furniture,” are displayed in rooms outside glass storage boxes, allowing visitors to experience a beautiful traditional culture.
Since it was selected as the official luncheon venue for the spouses of leaders of 20 countries at the 2010 G20 Seoul Summit, there has been a steady stream of state guests and worldwide celebrities, including Chinese President Xi Jinping and his wife, the German President, the Prime Minister of Hungary, the Prime Minister of Singapore, the King and Queen of Belgium, the King of Sweden, the head of the IMF, and movie stars Brad Pitt, and Victoria Beckham.

In addition, it was selected as the "most beautiful museum in Seoul” by CNN in 2011. The museum also served as an interview location for BTS members, who are receiving global attention. As such, it is attracting attention as a representative tourist destination in Seoul and a cultural space preferred by government ministries and companies. Tours require reservations, which can be made through the website.

Samsung Digital Plaza - Wangsimni Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (삼성 디지털 왕십리점)

10.4Km 2024-04-18

217, Gosanja-ro, Seongdong-gu, Seoul

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Cos - Cheongdam Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (코스 청담점)

10.4Km 2024-04-23

418, Apgujeong-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

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SI Emporio Armani - Cheongdam Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (SI 엠포리오아르마니 청담)

10.4Km 2024-04-18

420, Apgujeong-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

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Seoul Folk Flea Market (서울 풍물시장)

10.4Km 2025-04-11

21 Cheonho-daero 4-gil, Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2232-3367

The Seoul Folk Flea Market is located around Cheonggyecheon Stream's Hwanghakgyo Bridge and Sinseol-dong Station and is on its way to becoming a famous tourist attraction along with the already famous Cheonggyeocheon Stream. The Seoul Folk Flea Market is one of the major folk flea markets preserving the culture of the traditional Korean marketplace and drawing in visitors with a range of folk items that embody the unique charm of Korea. Folk items include everyday items, souvenirs, traditional goods and even traditional foods, allowing visitors to enjoy shopping and eating all under the same roof.

The Seoul Folk Flea Market originated from the flea market in Hwanghak-dong where many street shops and vendors gathered around Cheonggyecheon Stream before it was restored and modernized into its current state. The market was relocated to the Dongdaemun History & Culture Park (Formerly Dongdaemun Stadium) while the Cheonggyecheon Stream was undergoing restorations, and was moved back to Cheonggyecheon Stream sometime later. Seoul City aims to market Seoul Folk Flea Market as a new shopping spot at its current location, the former site of Sungin Girls' Middle School on Cheonggyeo 8-ga Street, near Cheonggyeocheon Stream to develop the Korean representative folk flea market-related tourism industry.

The main items of the Seoul Folk Flea Market include a diverse range of folk items, traditional crafts, local specialties and fashion items. You may also enjoy a range of foods and snacks including traditional Korean food and fusion cuisine from all over the world. What is special about the market is that you can find rare goods and authentic traditional items that cannot be found at other markets. The market atmosphere is a mix of old, revered traditions and modern aspects, providing visitors with a great shopping experience. The Seoul Folk Flea Market is truly a traditional flea market well worth visiting.

Mudiocean Inc. (주식회사 뮤디오션)

10.4Km 2025-07-07

4F, 7 Bongeunsa-ro 49-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

Mudiocean Inc., is a professional medical tourism agency that has successfully launched the Holistic Beauty Tour, a tourism brand. It started as an IT-based AI solution provider and later transformed itself into a tourism startup by obtaining a venture business certification and a tourism venture business certification (for businesses in their early phase). Based on this, the company provides differentiated services by combining IT and medical tourism services.
Mudiocean Inc., is currently engaged in various activities to promote the superiority of Korean medical tourism around the globe, particularly focusing on attracting Chinese tourists. The company actively participates in medical tourism events in Thailand, Japan, Indonesia, etc., to expand its presence in the global market. Moving forward, Mudiocean Inc., will recommend business models that combine Korean medical services and tourism. The company will strive to provide the best experience for domestic and overseas customers.

Hangang River (한강)

10.4Km 2024-10-29

257 Gangbyeonbuk-ro, Seongdong-gu, Seoul
+82-2-120

The Hangang River is a iconic river in Korea that crosses Seoul from north to south. Various parks and cultural facilities are located along the river, attracting numerous people to enjoy leisure and relaxation. Many people enjoy walking, biking, and jogging along the river. Water sports such as fishing, kayaking, and sailing are also popular, and the night view of the river from a cruise ship makes it even more beautiful. Events such as concerts, drone festivals, and fireworks displays are also a must-see.

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