Dongnimmun Gate (독립문)

11.0Km 2022-12-15

251, Tongil-ro, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul

Dongnimmun stands at the location originally known as Yeongeun, where envoys were once treated. When a Chinese envoy visited, the King would go out through this door to greet. In 1898, to announce the independence from Japan, Dongnimun was constructed with the fund collected by the citizens. The traces of the past still remain on Dongnimmun with two pillars in front of Dongnimmun being the remains of Yeongeunmun.

The Arc de Triomphe in France can be recalled in comparison to Dongnimmun. Dongnimmun was built using granite with a passageway x_height of 14.28 meters. On the top it is written ‘Dongnimmun’ in Korean with the national flag drawn on each side. On the inner-left side there are stone stairs leading to the attic. The national flower Mugunghwa are planted around Dongnimmun. Now it is surrounded by roads and it is eye-catching to view when passing by.

Cacaodada (카카오 다다)

11.0Km 2019-01-28

15, Huiujeong-ro 10-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul

Cacaodada uses only the best cacao beans from around the world to make their chocolate. Their chocolates are made using only pure chocolate and sugar for a true taste.

Hongmi Dakbal - Hwagok-dong Branch (홍미닭발 화곡동)

11.1Km 2021-03-30

33, Hwagok-ro 56-gil, Gangseo-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2697-4996

It is a place where you can enjoy the spicy taste that Koreans like. This restaurant's signature menu is chicken feet. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Gangseo-gu, Seoul.

Café Morethanenough (카페몰댄커피)

11.1Km 2024-11-06

11 Taegeuk-ro, Ilsandong-gu, Goyang-si, Gyeonggi-do

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A scene where the friendship between Yoo Jeong-seok and Choi Jeong-min is deepens as they exchange playful yet earnest remarks about the importance of having a job and the challenges of their job task. The lofty ceilings and modern interiors reflect their contemporary realities, while the wooden-toned furniture and scattered plants symbolize their bond. The café is a popular filming location featured in various dramas.

Seodaemun Prison History Museum (서대문형무소역사관)

11.1Km 2024-12-02

251 Tongil-ro, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul

Seodaemun Prison was built under the Japanese administration to imprison independence movement activists. It first opened on October 21, 1908 under the name Gyeongseong Prison. Eventually, so many activists were imprisoned that the building had to be expanded. At that time, the name changed to Seodaemun Prison on September 3, 1912. Eighty years later, the prison was turned into Seodaemun Independence Park on August 15, 1992 to commemorate the Korean patriots who were tortured in prison, giving their lives for freedom. Of the many buildings, only seven were preserved for their historical significance, among which three prison buildings and the execution site were designated as a Historic Site. In 1998, the park underwent another transformation into today's Seodaemun Prison History Hall to educate the public on the importance of Korea's independence and the sacrifices of those who fought to achieve it.

Olivine Spa (올리바인 스파)

11.1Km 2024-12-10

4-1 Tongil-ro 16-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul

Chosen as one of the 25 recommended wellness tourist destinations by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism and the Korea Tourism Organization, Olivine Spa operates a luxury spa and a beauty & slimming center in downtown. The spa also provides professional pre-natal and post-natal massage, body shape care, and various beauty programs in partnership with Seran General Hospital and Olivium (a postpartum care center). Olivine Spa provides massages by top-tier therapists in the industry who will relieve fatigue and eliminate toxins accumulated through daily life. They will help your body become healthier and more balanced, ensuring customer satisfaction. Furthermore, Olivine Spa uses Swiss premium brands Les Nouvels Aroma and Darphin in their programs. Its beauty & slimming center provides customized consulting and various beauty-related medical programs in partnership with medical staff at Seran General Hospital.

Davich Optical - Hongdae Donggyo-dong Samgeori Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (다비치안경 홍대동교동삼거리점)

11.1Km 2024-06-27

193, Yanghwa-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul

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Manjok Ohyang Jokbal Hongik Univ.(만족오향족발 홍대)

11.1Km 2024-03-20

191 Donggyo-ro Mapo-gu Seoul
+82-2-323-1233

Located near Hongik Univ. Station, Manjok Ohyang Jokbal is said to be one of the top three jokbal (braised pigs' feet) restaurants in Seoul. Their signature dishes are manjog ohyang jokbal (braised five-spice pigs' feet), jokbal and jaengban guksu (jumbo sized buckwheat noodles) set menu. Manjok ohyang jokbal is made with pigs' feet marinated in five different sauce flavors, giving it a chewy texture and rich flavor. Bul jokbal (spicy braised pigs' feet) is a popular dish that can be paired with bossam (kimchi cabbage wraps with pork) or jokbal as a half and half set menu.

Olive Young - Tanhyeon Zenith Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 탄현제니스점)

11.1Km 2024-06-27

97-11, Ilhyeon-ro, Ilsanseo-gu, Goyang-si, Gyeonggi-do

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Ralph Lauren - Hyundai KINTEX Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (랄프로렌 현대킨텍스점)

11.1Km 2024-04-19

5F, Hyundai Department Store, 817, Hosu-ro, Ilsanseo-gu, Goyang-si, Gyeonggi-do

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