Seoul Doseonsa Temple (도선사(서울))

10.8Km 2025-06-25

504 Samyang-ro 173-gil, Gangbuk-gu, Seoul

Doseonsa Temple was established 1,100 years ago during the latter part of the Silla Kingdom when the renowned Buddhist priest Doseonguksa was traveling through the mountains. After visiting the site, Doseonguksa made a prophecy that led to the construction of the temple. According to legend, he used only his walking stick to carve the large Bodhisattva that sits at the temple. Interestingly enough, the statue does not show any evidence of chisel marks, further adding to the mystery of how the statue was made.

During the 7th year of King Gwangmu of the Joseon dynasty, Doseonsa Temple was officially named the representative temple of Korea with the purpose of promoting Cheongdamdaejongsa's Korean Buddhism movement, aiming at a religious revival. Due to these special circumstances Deseonsa Temple gained a high reputation and much recognition, which have held strong to this day.

Inside the temple, visitors can view the remains and written works of Cheongdamdaejongsa in the Cheongdamdaejongsa Memorial Hall. Next to the road leading to Cheonbuljeon Hall is a pond where you can toss a coin and make a wish and just past Yongammun Gate is a hiking path connecting Baegundae Cliff and Insubong Peak. Inside the Ksitigarbha Hall are portraits of President Park Chung-hee, Yuk Yeong-su, and Hyundai Chairman Chung Ju-yung. In front of the hall is a tree that is said to have been planted by a Buddhist priest who brought it from India 200 years ago. Historical artifacts can be found throughout the temple.

Byukchoji Gardens (벽초지수목원)

11.0Km 2024-10-28

242 Buheung-ro, Gwangtan-myeon, Paju-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-957-2004

Byukchoji Gardens is made up of a Korean-style and a European-style garden. It is home to nearly 1,400 species of plants. Each garden is organized under a single theme, such as mythology, adventure, and freedom. Byukchoji Gardens also features walking trails, ponds, greenhouses, and lawns. Byukchoji Pond has a Lotus Flower Garden with lotus flowers blooming. Visitors can walk on the trails built above the pond to examine the flowers up close. Nearby tourist sites include Bakdalsan Mountain, Paju Book City, and the Paju Samneung Cluster, a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Uniqlo - Eunpyeong Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (유니클로 은평)

11.2Km 2024-04-16

32, Seooreung-ro, Eunpyeong-gu, Seoul

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April 19th National Cemetery (국립4.19민주묘지)

11.3Km 2023-01-02

17, 4.19-ro 8-gil, Gangbuk-gu, Seoul
+82-2-996-0419

Located at the foot of Bukhansan Mountain, the April 19th National Cemetery was established in memory of the 224 people who lost their lives during the 4.19 Revolution in 1960. The cemetery features a memorial hall and a traditional wooden structure that houses the grave of the historic figure Yu Yeongbong.

At the cemetery is a pond surrounded by sculptures such as "Symbolic Door," "Roots of Democracy," and "Sparks of Justice" and a memorial tower bearing an inscription for the brave patriots who lost their lives during the revolution. Groves of pine, juniper, yew, and maple trees and the well-kept hiking path add a natural charm to the overwhelming ambiance of peace and serenity. Many people visit to see the spring blossoms in May, and throughout the year to take in the glorious scene of the sunset over Bukhansan Mountain.

Olive Young - Ilsan Baengma Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 일산백마)

11.3Km 2024-04-19

232, Ilsan-ro, Ilsandong-gu, Goyang-si, Gyeonggi-do

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cafe C.O.S (카페코스)

11.4Km 2021-03-24

16, Eunpyeong-ro, 9-gil, Eunpyeong-gu, Seoul
+82-10-3049-1030

It is a coffee shop that offers affordable prices. This cafe is located in Eunpyeong-gu, Seoul. The representative menu is coffee.

Ssesse (쎄쎄)

11.5Km 2021-03-29

532, Samyang-ro, Dobong-gu, Seoul
+82-2-908-5640

It is a Chinese-run store. The best menu at this restaurant is sweet and sour pork. This Chinese (cuisine) restaurant is located in Dobong-gu, Seoul.

Eungam-dong Donkkaseu (응암동돈까스)

11.5Km 2021-03-29

338, Eungam-ro, Eunpyeong-gu, Seoul
+82-2-352-2414

It is a favorite restaurant among local residents. The best menu at this restaurant is jumbo sized pork cutlet. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Eunpyeong-gu, Seoul.

E-Mart - Eunpyeong Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (이마트 은평)

11.5Km 2024-04-22

111, Eunpyeong-ro, Eunpyeong-gu, Seoul

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LG Best Shop - Eunpyeong Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (엘지베스트샵 은평점)

11.5Km 2024-04-18

153, Eunpyeong-ro, Eunpyeong-gu, Seoul

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