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Yulgok Arboretum (율곡수목원)

12.9Km    2023-02-02

392, Jangseungbaegi-ro, Papyeong-myeon, Paju-si, Gyeonggi-do

Yulgok Arboretum was established for the preservation, proliferation, and exhibition of plant genetic resources, and provides a variety of resort services related to forest culture for citizens. It features a four seasons garden, conifers garden, rock garden, fruit tree garden, Saimdang Forest, and many other beautiful venues, and also offers diverse forest experiences. It also provides a forest experience program for infants and toddlers as well as a forest healing program in which people of all ages and genders may participate. The Dulle Trail surrounding the arboretum runs some 5 kilometers in length and exudes diverse views from its observatory, pine scent path, and Munbawi Rock. From the arboretum, you will be able to see the Imjingang River to the north and great mountains such as Papyeongsan and Gamaksan to the east. It is possible to tour the historical sites of Yulgok Yi I and Hwang Hui as well since they are close by.

Paju Historical Site Related to Yi I (파주이이유적)

Paju Historical Site Related to Yi I (파주이이유적)

13.8Km    2021-12-10

204, Jaunseowon-ro, Paju-si, Gyeonggi-do

Paju Historical Site Related to Yi I is dedicated to a great scholar of the mid-Joseon dynasty. He was born to Lee Wonsu and Shin Saimdang in 1536. He passed Saengwonsi, a type of preliminary exam in 1564 (the 9th year of King Myeongjong), and another 9 exams so he was called Gudo Jangwongong. He served in key positions. He is thought to be one of the top two scholars along with Yi Hwang.
Jaunseowon Confucian Academy is home to the tablets of Yulgok Yi I and his family’s graveyard, located at the foot of Jaunsan Mountain. Jaunseowon Monument and Memorial Stone of Yi I Scholar are located here as well. Yulgok Memorial Hall displays his goods, and his biography. In February 2013, Jaunseowon Confucian Academy and the tombs of Yulgok Yi I and his mother Shin Saimdang were individually designated as Gyeonggi-do Cultural Assets, but the whole area as a whole is a designated National Historic Site under the name Historic Site related to Yi I.

Midohyang (미도향)

Midohyang (미도향)

14.2Km    2024-11-29

8-4 Daesan-ro 223beon-gil, Ilsanseo-gu, Goyang-si, Gyeonggi-do

Midohyang is a specialty restaurant renowned for its mandu dishes, with mandu jeongol (mandu hot pot) being the flagship menu. The mandu jeongol can be ordered based on the number of people and includes gogi mandu (meat mandu) and kimchi mandu. It is a delight to complement with additional orders of bokkeumbap (fried rice) or noodles after enjoying the jeongol. The mandu jeongol can also be packed for takeout, comprising wangmandu (jumbo mandu), vegetables, broth, noodles, rice cake, and seasoned sauce.

Aegibong Peak (Gimpo Section) (애기봉 (김포))

14.3Km    2025-01-08

139, Pyeonghwagongwon-ro, Gimpo-si, Gyeonggi-do

Aegibong Peak is located at the northern tip of Gimpo city about an hour’s drive from the downtown area. The mountain is where North and South Korea engaged in a fierce battle at the end of the Korean War; after the battle, Korea was divided into two nations. Since the peak is still a restricted area, visitors must present their passport in order to be admitted. From the peak, an open view of North Korean territory unfolds below and visitors can see South Korean territory as far as Songhaksan Mountain in Chungcheongnam-do.

Appletree Dental Hospital (사과나무치과병원)

15.1Km    2025-10-23

1450 Jungang-ro, Ilsanseo-gu, Goyang-si, Gyeonggi-do

Apple Tree Dental Hospital is a patient-centered, research-driven healthcare provider with a medical staff of 20 and more than 100 employees. We operate under five principles: trust, professionalism, communication, learning, and sharing. We are committed to advancing dental care by sharing our accumulated achievements in both practice and research. As a designated hospital serving foreign patients, we engage in international exchanges, hosting symposiums on dental implant procedures for Kazakh and Russian doctors and site visit programs. We also provide organized, high-quality medical services to international patients, offering advanced surgeries and treatments such as full dental implants, implant dentures, bone grafts, and incisionless implants at affordable prices for medical tourists from Russia, Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, and other countries.

Onemount Snowpark (원마운트 스노우파크)

15.8Km    2024-11-20

300 Hallyu world-ro, Ilsanseo-gu, Goyang-si, Gyeonggi-do

Situated inside Hallyu World and KINTEX Land in Seo-gu, Ilsan, Onemount is the largest multi-cultural space in the northwest metropolitan region. It is housed in three buildings with two underground floors and nine aboveground floors, for a total surface area of 161,600 square meters. Aiming to be the best playground in the world, Onemount features a shopping mall, snow park, water park, and members-only luxury sports club, and organizes various performances, events, and parties year round.

Onemount Snowpark is an indoor winter theme park, the first of its kind in Korea. A variety of entertainment programs are organized on snow and ice. The snow park features 101 fun snow and ice activities, including a Santa Village with a North European concept, animal sleds, an ice lake, ice caves, and a snow hill where visitors can enjoy snow sledding in the snow all year round. This is the world’s first theme park where visitors can see the aurora and ice shows at the Fairy Tale Village, made of ice. Onemount Snowpark is set to be a popular tourist destination for both local and international tourists.

Café Morethanenough (카페몰댄커피)

Café Morethanenough (카페몰댄커피)

15.9Km    2025-11-06

11 Taegeuk-ro, Ilsandong-gu, Goyang-si, Gyeonggi-do

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A scene where the friendship between Yoo Jeong-seok and Choi Jeong-min is deepens as they exchange playful yet earnest remarks about the importance of having a job and the challenges of their job task. The lofty ceilings and modern interiors reflect their contemporary realities, while the wooden-toned furniture and scattered plants symbolize their bond. The café is a popular filming location featured in various dramas.

medicity Co., Ltd (주식회사 메디씨티)

16.0Km    2025-10-23

#302, 43-55 Mugunghwa-ro, Ilsandong-gu, Goyang-si, Gyeonggi-do

MediCity Co., Ltd. is an integrated medical tourism platform with branches in Indonesia and Korea.
Through the K-MediTour program, it provides systematic support from initial consultation to treatment, accommodation, tourism, and post-care after returning home.
It collaborates with specialized hospitals to deliver personalized medical services and includes cultural experiences in Seoul and Gangwon.

BTMedi Inc. (주식회사 비티메디)

16.0Km    2025-10-23

#605, 32-19 Gobong-ro, Ilsandong-gu, Goyang-si, Gyeonggi-do

BTMedi is a representative company specializing in medical tourism in Korea. It offers optimum medical services for international patients by leveraging its multi-year experience and expertise.
The company operates Koreamedis.com, the largest medical tourism platform in Korea. BTMedi's one-stop concierge services, including hospital reservation, medical interpretation, and accommodation & transportation support, guarantee patients a comfortable and safe medical travel experience.
BTMedi puts the highest priority on customers' health and satisfaction and offers customized medical solutions considering each patient's individual needs. Enjoy your medical tour in Korea safely and comfortably with BTMedi, a trusted partner committed to providing the best medical experience.

Educational Broadcasting System (EBS방송국)

16.1Km    2024-02-29

281 Hallyu world-ro, Ilsandong-gu, Goyang-si, Gyeonggi-do

The Educational Broadcasting System is a public broadcaster in Korea, specializing in educational content and based at this location. It produces a wide range of programs, including entertainment, news, and children's animation. Visitors have the opportunity to tour various facilities, such as broadcast studios and editing rooms, and can also meet characters from EBS shows.