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Soulone Botanical Garden (소울원)

Soulone Botanical Garden (소울원)

6.4 Km    4850     2020-10-27

424-12, Geomsan-ro, Paju-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-945-4261

Soulone, meaning "filled with laughter," is a healing space of approximately 13,200 square meters. The garden aims to provide a place where guests can rest their weary bodies and minds while being surrounded by trees and flowers. The garden is decorated with ornamental trees, rocks, and bonsai, along with other kinds of plants, like tropical plants in the greenhouse. A coffee shop with a modern interior allows visitors to enjoy the landscaped garden in comfort. More active guests can enjoy a light walk through a tunnel of trees on the mountain road. Nearby attractions include the Paju section of the DMZ, Paju Book City, and Paju Premium Outlets.

Paju Jangneung Royal Tomb [UNESCO World Heritage] (파주 장릉(인조, 인열왕후) [유네스코 세계문화유산])

6.4 Km    13698     2021-07-19

90, Jangneung-ro, Paju-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-945-9242

Located in Paju, Jangneung is the tomb of King Injo (1595-1649, reign 1623-1649), the 16th ruler of the Joseon dynasty, and Queen Inyeol.

King Injo took the throne in 1623 after having overthrown the previous king, Gwanghaegun, in a military revolt. During his reign, King Injo faced challenges from two foreign invasions in 1627 and 1637. He died in 1649 in Changdeokgung Palace.

Ilsan Astro Camp (일산 어린이천문대)

Ilsan Astro Camp (일산 어린이천문대)

6.5 Km    8720     2018-06-29

306-176, Jungsan-ro, Ilsandong-gu, Goyang-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-975-3245

The observatory not only has a 3m circular dome and sliding dome, but also a catadioptric telescope and other major equipment for space observation. Regular education program are help during school summer vacation to explain astromony concepts in relatively simple terms and to engage children with folk stories behind each constellation.

Other programs like ‘A Trip to the Space with My Daddy”, and “Weekend Family FAM Tour” are also available. In a "A Trip to Space with My Daddy” (21:00 to 24:00 daily) participants can learn how to operate a telescope and observe celestial bodies in space. The “Weekend Family FAM Tour” program opens from 10:00 to 17:00 on weekends and presents short films on astronomy and gives visitors a look at telescopes and other astrological equipment. The program is popular among elementary and middle school students from Seoul and Ilsan area.

E-Mart - Paju Unjeong Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (이마트 파주운정)

E-Mart - Paju Unjeong Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (이마트 파주운정)

6.8 Km    0     2024-04-17

123, Hanul-ro, Paju-si, Gyeonggi-do

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Olive Young - Paju Gyoha Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 파주교하)

Olive Young - Paju Gyoha Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 파주교하)

7.2 Km    0     2024-04-22

1F, #110, to 112, 260, Cheongseok-ro, Paju-si, Gyeonggi-do

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Himart - Paju Unjeong Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (하이마트 파주운정점)

Himart - Paju Unjeong Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (하이마트 파주운정점)

7.2 Km    0     2024-04-19

311, Mirae-ro, Paju-si, Gyeonggi-do

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Tomb of Hwang Hui (황희정승묘)

Tomb of Hwang Hui (황희정승묘)

7.7 Km    22493     2024-02-07

23-83 Jeongseung-ro 88beon-gil, Tanhyeon-myeon, Paju-si, Gyeonggi-do

Hwang Hui (1363-1452) is a prime minister who played a significant role in the early Joseon dynasty. Constructed in three stages, the tomb's burial mound is notably large. Hwang Hui was an official instrumental in establishing the foundations of Joseon. He served under King Taejong, the 3rd king of Joseon, and King Sejong, the 4th king, making notable contributions in diplomacy, law, science, and national defense. His descendants have continued to honor his legacy by maintaining the tomb.

Shinsegae Simon Paju Premium Outlets (신세계사이먼 파주 프리미엄아울렛)

Shinsegae Simon Paju Premium Outlets (신세계사이먼 파주 프리미엄아울렛)

7.7 Km    165062     2020-08-29

200, Pilseung-ro, Paju-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-1644-4001

Shinsegae Simon Paju Premium Outlets is a shopping tourism landmark in the northern Gyeonggi-do area, offering various brands, performances, and convenience facilities under one room. The outlet is in a great location, just 30 minutes from Seoul and near popular tourist attractions like Heyri Art Village, Imjingak Reosrt, and Paju English Village.

The outlet is designed in the style of a downtown shopping district from an American city in the 1920s and 30s, with a fountain plaza and clocktower. There are photo zones located all over the outlet, and the outlet hosts participation events like fashion shows and flea markets throughout the year. The largest draw to the outlet is the vast number of famous international brand shops. Visitors with children will enjoy amenities like the kids cafe, the nation's largest LEGO shop, a merry-go-round, mini train, and more.

Rockport - Paju Premium Outlets Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (락포트 신세계아울렛 파주점)

Rockport - Paju Premium Outlets Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (락포트 신세계아울렛 파주점)

7.7 Km    0     2024-04-18

200, Pilseung-ro, Tanhyeon-myeon, Paju-si, Gyeonggi-do

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Rogatis - Shinsegae Paju Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (로가디스 신세계 파주팝업)

Rogatis - Shinsegae Paju Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (로가디스 신세계 파주팝업)

7.7 Km    0     2024-04-22

Store #600, Paju Premium Outlet, 200, Pilseung-ro, Tanhyeon-myeon, Paju-si, Gyeonggi-do

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