Ewha Womans University (이화여자대학교)

10.7Km 2023-07-04

52, Ewhayeodae-gil, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul
+82-2-3277-2114

Ewha Womans University is Korea's first women's university founded in 1886 by American Methodist missionary Mary Scranton. Ewha Womans University is also the most famous women's university in Korea and its name originates from Ehwa Hakdang, a name given by Empress Myeongseong in 1887. Ewha Womans University created a four-year university course in 1910, and in 1943, the name of Ewha was taken away during the Japanese colonial period and downgraded to a one-year school. In October 1945, the year of Korea's independence from Japan, it regained the name of Ewha and was promoted to a university with eight departments. Currently, it consists of 15 graduate schools, 11 colleges, and 67 departments, and there are 8 affiliated research institutes.

The street in front of Ewha Womans University is famous for shopping. This place is full of clothing stores and neat food that boast a popping sensation to suit the tastes of female college students. The shopping street in front of Ewha Womans University is a straight road that lies ahead of Exits 2 and 3 of Seoul Subway Line 2. Alleyways stretch out like branches around this street and are filled with various accessory shops, clothing stores, shoe stores, restaurants, cafes, and beauty salons.

Olive Young - Hongik University Entrance Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 홍대정문점)

10.7Km 2024-06-26

1F, 4, Hongik-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul

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Songam Space Center (송암스페이스센터)

10.7Km 2019-11-26

103, Gwonnyul-ro 185beon-gil, Yangju-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-894-6000

Songam Space Center, set against the gorgeous backdrop of nearby Jangheung Park, Yangju-si, Gyeonggi-do, is one of the largest space themed parks in Korea. Situated on Gyeomyeongsan Mountain at around 440 meters above the sea level, the observatory (B1-3F) features a main telescope that was locally developed and allows visitors to see the stars even during the day. The observatory is part of Stars Valley, which consists of three different buildings: the Space Center, Star House, and Songam Observatory.

Newton Center, a main observatory center of Songsam Observatory has a 600 milimeter Ritchey-Chretien reflecting telescope allowing for clear and convenient observation of the stars. Galilei Center, a sub-observatory facility has seven telescopes including reflecting, catadioptric and refracting telescopes, as well as a CCD camera, digital camera, intermediate telescope and other observation aid devices. Facilities at the observatory include the Challenger Learning Center, a Digital Planetarium, and Star House, a four-story accommodation/training facility. There are also two cable cars, each of which can hold as many as 33 people.

MAADSTUDIO - Hongdae Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (메드스튜디오 홍대)

10.7Km 2024-04-16

1F Taehwa Plaza Bldg., 111, Wausan-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul

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Holika Holika - Hongdae Branch (No. 2) [Tax Refund Shop] (홀리카홀리카 홍대2호점)

10.7Km 2024-04-22

1F, #102, 86, Eoulmadang-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul

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CACAOBOOM (카카오봄)

10.7Km 2021-03-30

6, Wausan-ro 27-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul
+82-2-3141-4663

It is a store that sells handmade chocolate. This cafe is located in Mapo-gu, Seoul. The most famous menu is chocolate drink.

Saebom Eyewear - Hongdae Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (새봄안경원 홍대)

10.7Km 2024-04-18

1F, 150-1, Wausan-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul

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CU - Changjeon Forest Road Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (cu창전숲길점)

10.7Km 2024-06-27

25, Wausan-ro 32-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul

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HONKAZ (혼가츠)

10.7Km 2021-03-29

36-6, Wausan-ro 21-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul
+82-507-1399-8850

A famous restaurant in Hongdae that is famous for cheese cutlet. This Japanese (cuisine) restaurant is located in Mapo-gu, Seoul. The most famous menu is pork cutlet with cheese.

Sushigen (스시겐)

10.8Km 2020-02-11

6-12, Yanghwa-ro 7-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul
+82-3144-7733

Sushigen is a restaurant where you can experience a truly traditional Japanese setting. At this establishment, there are two 'Idamaes' that prepare sushi in front of guests as soon as it is ordered. The skill of these sushi chefs carry a well-known reputation of excellence, guaranteeing perfection. In addition, though all the fresh fish is top-grade, it is served at affordable prices; the Chirashi is especially to die for. The Jjangkkonembi, steamed eggs, and fried tofu make a perfect companion to alcohol. Sushigen is a restaurant in pursuit of a fusion feel, with the melodies of jazz tickling the ears as soon as you walk in. The unique atmosphere and interior design make this a special place for dining. Additionally, all servers speak fluent Japanese, while the chefs present their diverse skills in a saxophone performance, making the dining experience at Sushigen even more memorable.

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