Seoul Geumseonsa Temple (금선사(서울))

6.6Km 2021-08-17

137, Bibong-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-395-9911

Geumseonsa Temple is located within Bukhansan National Park, just behind Cheong Wa Da (The Blue House) and Gyeongbokgung Palace. The entrance to the temple is just off the hiking path to Bibong Peak.

After passing Banyajeon Hall, where Buddhist services are held, visitors will see a pine tree over 200 years old, and beyond that, a staircase with 108 steps leading up to Daejeokgwangjeon Hall in the temple's main area. To the right is Samseonggak House and Hongyegyo Bridge over the clear waters flowing down from the mountain.

Additional temple buildings include Mitajeon Hall and Yeonhwadang Hall, built in 2004 by Monk Beopan; and Jeokmukdang Hall, built using traditional construction techniques.

Hesse Garden ((유)헤세의정원)

6.8Km 2024-02-22

111 Hoguk-ro 550beon-gil, Jangheung-myeon, Yangju-si, Gyeonggi-do
031-877-5113

Hesse Garden is a garden-style integrated culture space named after Herman Hesse, the renowned German literary figure. The garden encompasses various facilities including Grill Hyvää, a barbecue place; Cafe Hyvää, a café and dessert spot; Nature Dog, a dog-friendly café; and Gallery H, an area for exhibitions and performances. The outdoor garden provides a splendid view, adorned with seasonal flowers and ancient trees.

Tomb of General Gwon Yul (권율장군묘)

6.8Km 2024-02-07

223 Gwonyul-ro, Jangheung-myeon, Yangju-si, Gyeonggi-do

General Gwon Yul (1537-1599) is a historic figure from the Joseon dynasty. He is celebrated for repelling the invading Japanese forces at Haengjusanseong Fortress and other locations near Seoul during the Japanese Invasion of Korea (1592-1598). In front of the tomb stands a tombstone, flanked by pairs of stone statues. These pairs consist of Sangseok, Hyangnoseok, Dongjaseok, Muninseok, and Mangjuseok, with one statue from each pair positioned on the left and the other on the right, respectively. The site also includes the tombs of his father and older brother. His descendants continue to visit and commemorate him to this day.

Himart - Bulgwang Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (하이마트 불광점)

6.9Km 2024-04-22

766, Tongil-ro, Eunpyeong-gu, Seoul

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LG Best Shop - Bulgwang Main Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (엘지베스트샵 불광 본점)

7.1Km 2024-04-18

41, Bulgwang-ro, Eunpyeong-gu, Seoul

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Uidonggyegok Valley (우이동계곡)

7.2Km 2021-06-09

Ui-dong, Gangbuk-gu, Seoul
+82-2-909-0497

Uidonggyegok Valley is located between Bukhansan Mountain and Dobongsan Mountain, and is a popular retreat for locals. Near the entrance to the valley are accommodations, a playground, wedding hall, and other amenities. Clean water runs through the valley, and is lined with restaurants. The hiking path starting to the left of the valley entrance passes Doseonsa Temple on the way to Insubong Peak. The hiking path through the valley is quite difficult, but leads to Uiam Hermitage, and further to Dobongsan Mountain along the ridge. Additional temples in the area include Seongbulsa, Yongdeoksa, Seonunsa, and Gwangmyeongsa Temples.

Seonungak (한옥카페 선운각)

7.2Km 2025-10-29

223 Samyang-ro 173-gil, Gangbuk-gu, Seoul

Seonungak is a hanok cafe facing Doseonsa Temple at the foot of Bukhansan Mountain, the perfect location to take in the beauty of the changing seasons. The cafe is also the largest hanok building outside of the royal palaces in Seoul. Previously limited to weddings and filming events, the hanok has reopened as a cafe, selling a range of traditional Korean drinks.