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The War Memorial of Korea (전쟁기념관)

The War Memorial of Korea (전쟁기념관)

7.3Km    2022-12-29

29, Itaewon-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul
+82-2-709-3144

The War Memorial of Korea, located in Yongsan-gu, Seoul, exhibits and preserves materials related to the Korean War and serves as a national moral educational venue. It was established on June 10, 1994 by the War Memorial Service Korea Society to commemorate the noble sacrifice of patriotic martyrs. The museum houses approximately 33,000 artifacts with about 10,000 on display at indoor and outdoor exhibitions. There are six separate indoor halls, including Expeditionary Forces Room, Patriotic Memorial Room, War History Room, 6·25 Korean War Room, Development Hall and Large Machinery Room. The outdoor exhibition showcases large-sized weapons. Visitors of all ages from children to adults can also participate in 20 various educational programs and diverse cultural events such as military music and honor guard events, drawing contest, cultural event and more. The character of War Memorial of Korea is ‘Mudori’ featuring a helmet symbolizing the protection of the nation and a bay leaf meaning peace.

CK Globalnet [Tax Refund Shop] (씨케이글로벌네트)

CK Globalnet [Tax Refund Shop] (씨케이글로벌네트)

7.3Km    2024-06-26

379, Jeungsan-ro, Eunpyeong-gu, Seoul

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Dodeoksan Suspension Bridge (도덕산 출렁다리)

7.3Km    2024-10-28

317-80 Gwangmyeong-dong, Gwangmyeong-si, Gyeonggi-do

Dodeoksan Suspension Bridge is located in Dodeoksan Park, which serves as a resting place and a light hiking course for citizens of Gwangmyeong. Dodeoksan Park has a well-maintained wooden walkway, and the slope is not too steep, so anyone can walk safely there. It is about 400 meters from Dodeoksan Park parking lot to Dodeoksan Suspension Bridge, allowing one to reach the bridge at a leisurely pace on foot. The bridge is in a Y-shape and 82 meters long in total and has an artificial waterfall under the midpoint of the bridge, giving a thrilling yet refreshing experience. 

Hosujip (호수집)

Hosujip (호수집)

7.3Km    2021-03-30

443, Cheongpa-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-392-0695

It is a restaurant where people wait in line as a hidden restaurant for locals in Chungjeong-ro. The best menu at this restaurant is spicy braised chicken. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Jung-gu, Seoul.

Olive Young - Plus Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 플러스점)

7.3Km    2024-06-27

#B114~#B115, 372, Hangang-daero, Yongsan-gu, Seoul

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Seoul Botanic Park (서울식물원)

Seoul Botanic Park (서울식물원)

7.3Km    2025-06-18

161 Magokdong-ro, Gangseo-gu, Seoul

The Seoul Botanical Garden was created in Magok, the last remaining development site in Seoul, to introduce native plants and horticulture of 12 different cities from around the world and raise ecological awareness in the city. Seoul Botanic Park integrates a botanical garden and a public park, and the area is the size of 70 soccer fields. It serves as a bridgehead and lifelong education institution with the aim of spreading urban garden culture while staying true to its original role as a plant research conservation institution through expanding endangered wild plant habitats, researching the proliferation of species, and developing varieties. The botanical garden is divided into four spaces: Open Forest, Themed Garden, Lake Garden, and Wetland Garden. The main highlight is the Themed Garden that comprises the Botanic Center, Mogok Cultural Hall, and an outdoor themed garden. 

It Michaa - Lotte Seoul Station Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (잇미샤 롯데서울역)

It Michaa - Lotte Seoul Station Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (잇미샤 롯데서울역)

7.3Km    2024-04-19

Lotte Outlet Seoul Station Branch, 405, Hangang-daero, Jung-gu, Seoul

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Dewl - Lotte Outlets Seoul Station Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (듀엘롯데서울역점.)

Dewl - Lotte Outlets Seoul Station Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (듀엘롯데서울역점.)

7.3Km    2024-04-22

405, Hangang-daero, Jung-gu, Seoul

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Nike - Lotte Seoul Station Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (나이키 롯데서울역)

Nike - Lotte Seoul Station Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (나이키 롯데서울역)

7.3Km    2024-04-22

4F, Lotte Outlet Seoul Station Branch (Bongrae-dong 2-ga), 405, Hangang-daero, Jung-gu, Seoul

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