Gwanghuimun Gate (광희문)

14.6Km 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.

Sojeokdu (소적두)

14.6Km 2021-05-11

5-2, Apgujeong-ro, 46-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
+82-2-3443-4433

This is a cafe located in Apgujeong-dong, Seoul. Try patbingsu (shaved ice with sweet red beans), the representative summer thirst-quencher of Koreans. The representative menu is shaved ice with red bean topping.

Cafe PLENO (카페쁠레노)

14.6Km 2024-10-18

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.

Freitag - Apgujeong Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (프라이탁 압구정 [사후면세점])

14.6Km 2024-04-22

124, Singomae-ro, Giheung-gu, Yongin-si, Gyeonggi-do

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Art Korea [Tax Refund Shop] (주식회사 아트코리아)

14.6Km 2024-04-17

1F, 231, Jahamun-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul

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Brown Chicken (브라운치킨)

14.6Km 2021-03-18

15, Eulji-ro, 43-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2275-9972

Try fried chicken, one of Korea’s representative dishes. The most famous menu is fried chicken. A chicken specialty restaurant located in Dongdaemun Gate, Seoul.

Kum Bak Yeon [Tax Refund Shop] (금박연)

14.6Km 2024-06-27

24-12, Bukchon-ro 12-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul

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PAULIN PANCAKE - Samcheong Branch(폴인팬케이크 삼청)

14.6Km 2021-04-15

108, Samcheong-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-737-8952

This is a cafe located in Jongno, Seoul. The best menu at this restaurant is souffle pancakes. Souffle pancake is a popular dessert in Korea.

Hyanggieok (향기억)

14.6Km 2024-10-21

23 Seolleung-ro 157-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

Making the unique perfume in the world
It is a workshop where you can create your own personalized perfume. A number of famous celebrities such as MOMOLAND's JOOE and CHUNG HA have visited. In addition to perfume, diffuser and candle one-day classes are also available. You can also purchase a variety of scented products such as fabric perfume and pet deodorant products.

Olive Young - Seonjeongneung Station Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 선정릉역)

14.6Km 2024-04-16

602, Seolleung-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

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