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Gwanghuimun Gate (광희문)

2.4Km    2021-02-24

344, Toegye-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-3700-3900

Gwanghuimun Gate is said to have been originally constructed in 1396, the 5th year of King Taejo, at the southeast of the capital city. It was often referred to as Sugumun Gate (water channel gate) and was actually used as a Sigumun, literally meaning “corpse gate,” as funeral processions passed through this gate when exiting to the east.

During the Imjin War (1592-1598), the fortress gate was destroyed to such a degree that it made finding the original location close to impossible. Nevertheless, reconstruction efforts were started in 1711 (37th year of King Sukjong) and the gate was restored together with the gate's watchtower. Gwanghuimun Gate remained intact even when the fortress walls were demolished to build tram tracks during the Japanese occupation, but it was later damaged during the Korean War and left neglected. In 1975, restoration work was carried out to relocate Gwanghuimun Gate to a site 15 meters south of its original location since it stood in the middle of the road.

Jinokhwa Halmae Wonjo Dakhanmari (진옥화할매원조닭한마리)

2.4Km    2024-03-04

18 Jong-ro 40ga-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2275-9666

Jinokhwa Halmae Wonjo Dakhanmari is a renowned restaurant located in the alley of whole chicken soup near Dongdaemun Market, operating since 1978. Its specialty is dakhanmari (whole chicken soup), a whole chicken boiled in savory and rich broth. Adding finely chopped green onions enhances its refreshing flavor. The chewy rice cakes dipped in the seasoned sauce are also delightful. Additionally, it's customary to enjoy the remaining broth by mixing it with seasoning sauce and noodles, creating a delicious kalguksu (noodle soup).

Bubu Sikdang (부부식당)

2.4Km    2021-03-26

43, Dongsung-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-765-6056

You can enjoy fusion dishes in a cozy atmosphere. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Jongno-gu, Seoul. The representative menu is royal stir-fried rice cake.

Goodmorning City (굿모닝시티)

2.4Km    2020-05-09

247, Jangchungdan-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2118-8700

Opened in November 2008, Goodmorning City is one of the largest shopping malls in Korea. It is located near the Dongdaemun History & Culture Park Station and is directly linked to other shopping malls in Dongdaemun.

The mall is comprised of 23 floors and over 700 stores, offering visitors virtually every kind of product—from fashion accessories to electronics. With a variety of stores and amenities, Goodmorning City is truly a comprehensive shopping mall that provides visitors with an amazing shopping and entertainment experience.

Beautiful Life(뷰티풀 라이프)

2.4Km    2025-06-10

서울특별시 종로구 이화장길 26 (이화동)

500/30(오백에삼십)

2.4Km    2025-06-10

서울특별시 종로구 이화장길 26 (이화동)

A Really Bad Girl(진짜 나쁜소녀)

2.4Km    2025-05-21

서울특별시 종로구 이화장길 26 (이화동)

Inside Me(인사이드 미)

2.4Km    2025-06-10

서울특별시 종로구 이화장길 26 (이화동)

Innisfree - Hansung Univ. Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (이니스프리 한성대)

2.4Km    2024-04-18

3, Dongsomun-ro 7-gil, Seongbuk-gu, Seoul

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Samhyeongje Jjukkumi - Daehangno Branch (삼형제쭈꾸미 대학로)

2.4Km    2021-03-24

68, Dongsung-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-763-1204

This is a restaurant serving jjukumi (webfoot octopus), which has been featured in the gourmet program. This restaurant's signature menu is grilled pork belly. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Jongno-gu, Seoul.