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Seoul Sajik Park (사직공원(서울))

Seoul Sajik Park (사직공원(서울))

5.8Km    2021-11-12

89, Sajik-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2148-4149

Sajik Park is one of the three most popular parks in Jongno-gu along with Tapgol Park and Samcheong Park. Located west of the Government Complex-Seoul on the southeastern foothills of Inwangsan Mountain, the park measures an impressive 188,710 m².

The name of the park dates back to 1395 when Taejo Yi Sung-gye made Sajik Altar (altar to the State deities) at the center of the park. "Sa" refers to the deity of the earth while "jik" refers to the deity of the five grains. Rites wishing for a good harvest were held regularly at Sajik Altar.

In the park are several playgrounds, statues of Sin Saimdang, Hwanghakjeong, and Yulkog Yi I, and the Municipal Children's Library. Dangun Shrine and Jongno Library are situated nearby. By following the path next to Sajik Park for approximately 5 minutes, travelers can reach the Inwangsan hiking path with relative ease.

Hanok Essay Seochon (한옥에세이 서촌)

Hanok Essay Seochon (한옥에세이 서촌)

5.8Km    2024-06-04

12 Pirundae-ro 3-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul

The area of Seochon features both traditional elements as well modern, showing the changes over time. A stay in one of the hanok houses here is the perfect way to feel this unique ambiance. Hanok Essay Seochon provides this experience, open to visitors of all ages.

Yongmasan Mountain (용마산)

Yongmasan Mountain (용마산)

5.8Km    2021-06-18

53, Yongmasan-ro 62-gil, Jungnang-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2094-2344

With an altitude of 348 meters, Yongmasan Mountain is the highest peak of Achasan Mountain. The mountain stretches through the ridges of Manguri Park and Junggok-dong, with trails connecting to Achasan Mountain Fortress and the back gate of Children’s Grand Park. Nearby parks include Yongmapokpo Park and Yongmasan Sagajeong Park.

Thimbloom - Gyeongbokgung Branch (No. 2) [Tax Refund Shop] (팀블룸2호점 경복궁)

Thimbloom - Gyeongbokgung Branch (No. 2) [Tax Refund Shop] (팀블룸2호점 경복궁)

5.8Km    2024-04-18

1F, BF (Nuha-dong), 46, Pirundae-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul

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Olive Young - Guui Station Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 구의역점)

5.8Km    2024-06-27

1F, 378, Achasan-ro, Gwangjin-gu, Seoul

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Celltrion Skincure - Sinsa Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (셀트리온스킨큐어 신사)

Celltrion Skincure - Sinsa Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (셀트리온스킨큐어 신사)

5.8Km    2024-04-18

1F, 601, Gangnam-daero, Seocho-gu, Seoul

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National Meteorological Museum of Korea (국립기상박물관)

National Meteorological Museum of Korea (국립기상박물관)

5.8Km    2024-03-26

52 Songwol-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul

A museum where one can look at Korea's meteorological observation history and technological development through exhibitions. The museum has the world's first rain gauge, invented in 1441, in the early Joseon dynasty. The museum operates approximately 350 meteorological observatories across Korea and focuses on promoting the uniqueness and excellence of Korea's meteorological science. There are permanent collections and special exhibitions. The permanent collections focus on the history of meteorological science in Korea. At the same time, the special exhibitions take a closer look at the history and information about meteorological science and natural disasters (e.g., earthquakes) that occurred in various regions of Korea. There are experience programs related to meteorological science, such as making a rain gauge or learning about rain gauges.

Imageup Pastic Surgery [Tax Refund Shop] (이미지업 성형외과의원)

5.8Km    2024-06-27

76, Naruteo-ro, Seocho-gu, Seoul

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Eyefit Plastic Surgery [Tax Refund Shop] (아이핏성형외과)

Eyefit Plastic Surgery [Tax Refund Shop] (아이핏성형외과)

5.8Km    2024-06-26

596, Gangnam-daero, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

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Masan Agujjim (마산아구찜)

Masan Agujjim (마산아구찜)

5.8Km    2021-03-29

9, Gangnam-daero 99-gil, Seocho-gu, Seoul
+82-507-1311-4304

This is an Agujjim delivery service restaurant located at Sinsa-dong Agujjim Alley. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Seocho-gu, Seoul. The most famous menu is spicy braised monkfish.