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Olive Young - Gunja Station Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 군자역)

Olive Young - Gunja Station Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 군자역)

1.1 Km    0     2024-04-23

548, Cheonho-daero, Gwangjin-gu, Seoul

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Achasan Mountain (아차산)

Achasan Mountain (아차산)

1.1 Km    55632     2024-03-07

Acheon-dong, Guri-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-2-450-1655

Achasan Mountain is a 295m-high mountain that stretches across Seoul and the city of Guri. Its proximity to the city makes it an accessible destination for hiking in Seoul. The hiking trails are maintained quite well, so even beginners can enjoy hiking in the mountain. From the summit of Achasan Mountain, one can enjoy the beautiful view of Seoul and the Hangang River. In fall, the mountain is famous for its fall colors as well.

Achasan Sunrise Festival (아차산 해맞이)

Achasan Sunrise Festival (아차산 해맞이)

1.2 Km    25286     2020-02-13

127, Walkerhill-ro, Gwangjin-gu, Seoul
• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) • For more info: +82-2-450-7584

Achasan Mountain offers a great view of the sunrise in Seoul, preventing the need to travel all the way to the East Sea to enjoy this beautiful sight. Achasan Mountain is a popular spot to watch the sunrise as it is easily accessible using public transportation and takes only about 15 minutes to hike up to the viewing spot. Hikers and non-hikers alike gather on New Year's Day to greet the sun as the hiking trail consists of well-managed, gradual slopes.

The annual Achasan Sunrise Event first began on January 1, 2000 as the first sunrise event in Seoul and has now beocome one of the most representative events of Seoul, welcoming more than 40,000 visitors every year with cultural performances and other events that wish a prosperous and hopeful new year.

Achasan Ecological Park (아차산생태공원)

Achasan Ecological Park (아차산생태공원)

1.2 Km    20464     2021-05-14

127, Walkerhill-ro, Gwangjin-gu, Seoul
+82-2-450-1655

Achasan Ecological Park was established under the Seoul Metropolitan Government's Five Year Plan for Urban Green Expansion. Through various events and activities, the park provides opportunities to experience and learn about nature and its ecology. Major facilities include Eco Park, Rendezvous Square, Red Clay Road, Barefoot Path, Pine Forest, Mineral Spring, Eco Trail and pergolas.

Sejong University Museum (세종대학교 박물관)

Sejong University Museum (세종대학교 박물관)

1.2 Km    13994     2022-09-16

209, Neungdong-ro, Gwangjin-gu, Seoul
+82-2-3408-3876

Sejong University Museum exhibits folk art, wooden crafts, clothing, accessories, pottery, paintings and calligraphy collected for over 40 years by the couple who founded the present day Sejong University, Dr. Ju Young-ha and Dr. Choi Ok-ja. This museum has its origins in the Soodo Gallery, which was built in Chungmuro, the campus’ original location, in 1959. Needing more space to house additional artifacts, the museum moved to its current location, which first opened on May 5, 1973 in a four-story concrete building inspired by traditonal tower design from the Baekje era. This building was later expanded on May 20, 1977.

After the university’s name was changed to Sejong University in 1979, the museum was also renamed the Sejong University Museum. The museum showcases unique artifacts to both scholars and students from home and abroad in contribution to the research of Korea’s culture, arts, and archeology.

Madang Jokbal (마당족발)

Madang Jokbal (마당족발)

1.3 Km    55     2021-03-26

175, Neungdong-ro, Gwangjin-gu, Seoul
+82-2-468-3030

It is a restaurant with an outdoor terrace. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Gwangjin-gu, Seoul. The most famous menu is braised pigs' feet.

Etude House - Sejong Univ. Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (에뛰드하우스 세종대)

Etude House - Sejong Univ. Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (에뛰드하우스 세종대)

1.3 Km    0     2024-04-18

Store #101, Hui Bldg., 390, Gwangnaru-ro, Gwangjin-gu, Seoul

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Olive Young - Gwangjang Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 광장)

Olive Young - Gwangjang Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 광장)

1.3 Km    0     2024-04-18

#19, 537-17, Achasan-ro, Gwangjin-gu, Seoul

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Nodame - Konkuk Univ. Branch (노다메 건대)

Nodame - Konkuk Univ. Branch (노다메 건대)

1.5 Km    55     2021-03-26

157, Neungdong-ro, Gwangjin-gu, Seoul
+82-2-461-1919

It is a Japanese curry restaurant where you can control the level of spiciness. This Japanese (cuisine) restaurant is located in Gwangjin-gu, Seoul. The most famous menu is curry.

Achasanseong Fortress (아차산성)

Achasanseong Fortress (아차산성)

1.6 Km    16450     2023-04-05

Gwangjang-dong, Gwangjin-gu, Seoul-si
+82-2-450-7593

Achasanseongseong Fortress boasts magnificent views of the Hangang River and skyline. The 200m-high mountain fortress wall was built to face southeast, towards the Hangang River. It is also called Janghan-seong or Gwangjang-seong. A fierce battle was once fought here among Gogury, Baekje and Silla because of its strategic location during the period of the Three Kingdoms. King Gae-Ro of Baekje (r. 455-475) died in the war by the Goguryeo forces sent by King Jang-Su (r. 413-491) and General Ondal of Goguryeo was also killed in a battle with the Silla army in 590.

Achasan Mountain is popular as a citizens’ resting place with a historical trail and a natural park including various facilities such as walkway, mountain walkway, a badminton court, a wrestling range, an archery range, various amusement facilities for children, benches, and pavilion.