Saenamteo Catholic Holy Place of the Martyrs (새남터기념성당)

1.7 Km 35275 2020-03-31

80-8, Ichon-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul
+82-2-716-1791

When taking the subway from Seoul Station to Yongsan Station, you will notice a tall and distinct hanok (traditional Korean architecture) building; this is Saenamteo Catholic Holy Place of the Martyrs. Construction of the building began in 1984, the year of the 200th anniversary of Catholicism in Korea, and was completed after three years.

Also called "Nodeul" and "Sanamgi," Saenamteo was used as a military training ground during the early Joseon period. It was also the place where convicted felons and the Sayuksin (the six martyred ministers) were executed.

Many Catholics were executed here during the Sinyu Persecution of 1801, the Gihae Persecution of 1839, the Byeongo Persecution of 1846, and the Byeongin Persecution of 1866. Among those executed were 11 priests including the first Korean priest Kim Taegon (Andrew), the first Chinese priest that came to Korea Ju Mun Mo (Jacobus), the first French priest that came to Korea Bishop Imbert and other Catholics including Hyeon Seok-mun. There is also an altar here where the remains of nine Catholic saints are enshrined.

Artbox [Tax Refund Shop] (아트박스)

1.7 Km 0 2024-04-19

105, Manyang-ro, Dongjak-gu, Seoul

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Gimbap Nara (김밥나라)

1.7 Km 117 2021-03-18

53, Hangang-daero Yongsan-gu Seoul
+82-2-796-1439

This Korean cuisine is located near Yongsan Station, Seoul. The representative menu is gimbap. You can eat a variety of Korean dishes served fast without hurting your wallet.

Innisfree - Noryangjin Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (이니스프리 노량진)

1.7 Km 0 2024-04-22

162, Noryangjin-ro, Dongjak-gu, Seoul

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Olive Young - Noryangjin Jungang Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 노량진중앙)

1.7 Km 0 2024-04-18

162, Noryangjin-ro, Dongjak-gu, Seoul

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Hyundai Yacht Seoul Branch (현대요트 서울지점)

1.7 Km 0 2024-01-04

350 Dongjak-daero, Seocho-gu, Seoul

Hyundai Yacht Seoul Branch is where visitors can enjoy water sports such as yachting, dinghy yachts (small sail yachts for one to three people without engines and cabins), and kayaking on the Hangang River. It is located in “The River” in Banpo Hangang Park. Luxury yachts, named Black Cat and Blue Jin, are popular with families, while those who enjoy thrilling activities prefer dinghy yachts and kayaks. Visitors can enjoy an incredible sunset on the water as the Hangang River and Seoul's cityscape create an amazing view.

ABC-Mart - Noryangjin Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (ABC마트 ST노량진점)

1.7 Km 0 2024-04-23

159, Noryangjin-ro, Dongjak-gu, Seoul

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Olive Young - Soongsil Univ. Station Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 숭실대입구역)

1.8 Km 0 2024-04-18

358, Sangdo-ro, Dongjak-gu, Seoul

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Cancelled: Seoul National Cemetery Spring Blossom Event (현충원, 호국의 봄을 열다)

1.8 Km 19402 2022-05-13

210, Hyeonchung-ro, Dongjak-gu, Seoul
• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) • For more info: +82-2-815-3625

Every year, Seoul National Cemetery hosts an event when the weeping cherry blossoms within the cemetery are in full bloom. The weeping cherry blossoms symbolize patriotism and have a particularly pink appearance. The weeping cherry blossoms offer a fascinating sight with their branches hanging down, resembling a waterfall of flowers. The hanging branches may also seem to be bowing down to pay respect to the brave soldiers and martyrs who fought for the country.

National Hangeul Museum (국립한글박물관)

2.0 Km 22805 2022-12-15

139, Seobinggo-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2124-6200

The National Hangeul Museum was established to preserve, spread, and develop the Korean alphabet, Hangeul. The museum showcases the history and value of Korean orthography, Korean’s most-valued cultural asset, through exhibitions, activities, and education. Occupying over 11,322 ㎡, the museum has one basement level and three ground levels, along with an outdoor grass field and rest area perfect for cultural events, exhibits, and education.

The museum is comprised of the Hangeul library on the first floor, a permanent exhibition hall, ㅎ Café, and cultural product shop on the second floor, and a planned exhibition hall and Hangeul playground for children and foreigners on the third floor.

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