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Seoul Hwagyesa Temple (화계사(서울))

15.4Km    2021-11-02

117, Hwagyesa-gil, Gangbuk-gu, Seoul
+82-2-902-2663

Hwagyesa Temple was built in 1522 (the seventeenth year of the reign of King Jungjong of the Joseon dynasty) by monk Shinwol, but was destroyed in a fire in 1618. It was rebuilt the following year, and expanded In 1866 through the efforts of Monks Yongseon and Beomun.
The temple also has various templestay programs for visitors. Hwagyesa Temple is located not too far from the city but also provides a natural environment.

Juun.J Flagship Store - Dosan Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (준지 플래그십스토어 도산점)

15.4Km    2024-04-23

23, Eonju-ro 164-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

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At That Time, Byeonhongrye(그때, 변홍례)

15.4Km    2025-12-04

서울특별시 성북구 성북로 5-7 (성북동1가)
1600-2238

Seoul City Wall Museum (한양도성박물관)

15.4Km    2023-12-22

283, Yulgok-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-724-0243

Hanyangdoseong, the Seoul City Wall, built in 1396, was the city fortress wall that protected the capital city Seoul for over 600 years. The fortress wall was built along the terrains and although it became partially damaged during the modernization process, its original form remains well to this day, making it a cultural heritage that coexists with the modern city. The Seoul City Wall Museum, located in Heungjinjimun Park, is a museum containing the history and culture of city wall from the Joseon dynasty to the present. It is a cultural space with a permanent exhibition hall, special exhibition hall, city wall information center, and study room.

Naksan Park (낙산공원)

15.4Km    2025-12-16

41 Naksan-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-743-7985

Naksan Mountain (alt. 125 meters) is one of the four inner mountains of Seoul, and can be accessed by following the road leading to the mountain entrance from Daehangno and Dongdaemun. It was also called Naktasan Mountain, which can be translated to Camel Mountain, because the terrain resembled a camel's back. It also had another name, Taraksan Mountain, “tarak” meaning fermented milk, because there was a royal ranch in the area that supplied milk to the palace. After the 1960s, the original appearance of Naksan Mountain disappeared due to apartments and dense housing, and the Seoul Metropolitan Government established a restoration plan. As part of this plan, a park project was carried out, and it opened Naksan Park in July 2002. Currently, Naksan Park has established itself as a resting place for citizens to feel the beautiful atmosphere of Hanyangdoseong, or the Seoul City Wall, and green forests. It has gained much popularity as a place for seeing the most beautiful night view in Seoul.

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The fortress walls at Naksan Park served as the backdrop for Rumi and Jinu’s conversation in the Netflix series "KPop Demon Hunters." The view of the walls and the cityscape beyond adds to the unique atmosphere of the show, and visiting Naksan Park in person offers an expansive and memorable view of Seoul’s city center.

CheongKwanJang - Teheran Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (정관장 테헤란)

15.4Km    2024-04-18

1F, 437, Teheran-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

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Bang & Olufsen - Apgujeong Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (뱅앤올룹슨 압구정)

15.4Km    2024-04-18

1F, 865, Eonju-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

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Artage - Gangnam Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (아티지 강남)

15.4Km    2024-04-18

7, Eonju-ro 168-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

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Teheran Optik - Posco Center Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (테헤란안경 포스코센터점)

15.4Km    2024-06-26

440, Teheran-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

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Cafe PLENO (카페쁠레노)

15.4Km    2025-11-06

724, Seolleung-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

Actor Jang Keun-Suk
This cafe is run by actor Jang Keun-Suk, who is called the 'Asian Prince'. The white-style interior and plant decorations create a refreshing atmosphere, making you feel as if you are visiting a botanical garden. The flower decoration of Cafe PLENO changes according to the season and consists of flowers that can be enjoyed in that season. It is considered a good place to enjoy a quiet leisure time with excellent lighting as well as coffee taste. The drinks and dessert decorations are also great. Many Japanese tourists come to see Jang Keun-Suk, and a Japanese menu is also prepared.