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Seoul Grand Park (서울대공원)

Seoul Grand Park (서울대공원)

17.1Km    2023-03-17

102, Daegongwongwangjang-ro, Gwacheon-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-2-500-7335

Seoul Grand Park is a family-friendly amusement park consisting of various themed facilities that promote the growth and preservation of diverse animals and plants.

[Seoul Zoo]
Seoul Zoo aims to provide an ideal environment for animals to grow and live as well as exhibit, preserve, and research rare animals and educate the public. As a result of the zoo's hard work and efforts, it is the only zoo in Korea to be certified as a member of both ISIS and IUDZG-WZO.

[Botanical Garden]
Seoul Grand Park's Botanical Garden was opened in 1985 amidst the lush forest situated at the foot of Cheonggyesan Mountain. The garden consists of a greenhouse, exhibition facilities, and themed gardens that boast a collection of over 41,000 plants from 1,262 different species. The greenhouse preserves and exhibits tropical and subtropical plants that are not found in Korea. Moreover, the Botanical Garden offers various activities and experience programs related to plants and forests.

[Theme Garden]
The Theme Garden is one of the most representative facilities of Seoul Grand Park. The Theme Garden consists of a Rose Garden and Children's Zoo. Seasonal plants and flowers as well as diverse themed garden programs are offered.

[Healing Place]
The Healing Place is a forest formed at the foothills of Cheonggyesan Mountain that surrounds the border of Seoul Grand Park. Main facilities consist of Healing Forest Walkway; Water, Wind & Sunshine Healing Zone; Barefoot Road; Aroma Garden; and Forest Plaza.

[Healing Forest Walkway]
Healing Forest Walkway is a walking path lined by diverse trees that form a lush forest serving as a habitat for small animals like squirrels, rabbits, raccoons, and more. The walking path is approximately 8 kilometers long and divided into four sections. The shortest course takes approximately 30 minutes to complete, while the full course requires 3 hours.

[Campsite]
The campsite within the Seoul Grand Park is the perfect place to camp out, hold picnics and enjoy recreational activities with friends and families. The main facilities consist of a campsite, volleyball court, basketball court, snack bar, and shower facilities. The campsite is open from March to November, except in the case of harsh weather conditions.

Lotte Mart - Jangam Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (롯데마트 장암점)

Lotte Mart - Jangam Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (롯데마트 장암점)

17.1Km    2024-04-22

224, Janggok-ro, Uijeongbu-si, Gyeonggi-do

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Lotte Himart - Dasan Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (롯데하이마트 다산점)

Lotte Himart - Dasan Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (롯데하이마트 다산점)

17.2Km    2024-04-22

2, Jingwan-ro 22beon-gil, Namyangju-si, Gyeonggi-do

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Café View 66 Miho Branch (카페 뷰66 미호점)

Café View 66 Miho Branch (카페 뷰66 미호점)

17.2Km    2024-02-21

66 Gangbyeonbuk-ro 632beon-gil, Namyangju-si, Gyeonggi-do

Café View 66 Miho Branch is a spacious café that boasts a panoramic view of the Hangang River. The café offers pour-over coffee, uniquely blended by the owner using home-roasted beans. Alongside their signature drinks such as the ice cream latte and matcha cream latte, they also provide a variety of bakery items.

Olive Young - Dasanjigeum Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 다산지금점)

17.2Km    2024-06-28

129, Dasanjigeum-ro, Namyangju-si, Gyeonggi-do

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E-Mart - Gwangmyeong Soha Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (이마트 광명소하)

E-Mart - Gwangmyeong Soha Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (이마트 광명소하)

17.2Km    2024-04-22

97, Soha-ro, Gwangmyeong-si, Gyeonggi-do

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Jinju Sikdang (진주식당)

Jinju Sikdang (진주식당)

17.2Km    2021-03-30

37, Seongo-ro 124beon-gil, Bucheon-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-32-672-1636

It is a place with a 20-year tradition where you can taste fresh meat. This restaurant's signature menu is grilled Korean beef sirloin. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Bucheon-si, Gyeonggi-do.

Himart - Soha Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (하이마트 소하점)

Himart - Soha Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (하이마트 소하점)

17.3Km    2024-04-18

506, Ori-ro, Gwangmyeong-si, Gyeonggi-do

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Tomb of General Gwon Yul (권율장군묘)

Tomb of General Gwon Yul (권율장군묘)

17.3Km    2024-02-07

223 Gwonyul-ro, Jangheung-myeon, Yangju-si, Gyeonggi-do

General Gwon Yul (1537-1599) is a historic figure from the Joseon dynasty. He is celebrated for repelling the invading Japanese forces at Haengjusanseong Fortress and other locations near Seoul during the Japanese Invasion of Korea (1592-1598). In front of the tomb stands a tombstone, flanked by pairs of stone statues. These pairs consist of Sangseok, Hyangnoseok, Dongjaseok, Muninseok, and Mangjuseok, with one statue from each pair positioned on the left and the other on the right, respectively. The site also includes the tombs of his father and older brother. His descendants continue to visit and commemorate him to this day.

Gwacheon Wildflower Nature Learning Center (과천야생화자연학습장)

17.4Km    2023-07-17

118, Gyoyugwon-ro, Gwacheon-si, Gyeonggi-do

Gwacheon Wildflower Nature Learning Center was opened to provide a place to learn about nature and harmony. The area is 6,900㎡ and has approximately 112 species of wildflowers. The learning center is divided into sections according to the type and use of wildflowers. The learning center also houses a traditional tightrope walking education center. Korean tightrope walking is registered as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. The site offers an educational tightrope walking experience program for those interested.