Seodaemun Independence Park (서대문독립공원)

5.5Km 2022-12-15

251, Tongil-ro, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul
+82-2-3140-8305

Seodaemun Independence Park was built on the former Seoul Detention Camp. It was used to imprison thousands of Korean independence activists until the liberation from the Japanese occupation on August 15, 1945, as well as the political prisoners during the political turmoil in the 1960s. When the prison was moved to Uiwang-si, Gyeonggi-do in November 1987, the area was restored and turned into a memorial park in August 15, 1992 to honor the sacrifices of the martyrs. The park preserves seven prison buildings, an execution ground, underground women’s prison, and the March 1st Movement Monument that has been moved from Tapgol Park in Jongno.

One of the most significant monuments of the Seodaemun Independence Park is Dongnimmun Gate (Independence Gate), which has been designated a Historic Site. Nearby is Dongnipgwan (Independence Hall), originally called Mohwagwan, which was used to greet Chinese envoys during the Joseon dynasty. Today, the hall enshrines 2,327 tablets inscribed with the names of Koreans who died for the cause of national independence. Standing right next to Dongnimmun Gate are the remnants of Yeongeunmun Gate, another Historic Site. Other sights inside the park include the Patriotic Martyr Monument, Declaration of Independence Monument, and Statue of Dr. Seo Jae-pil, who was an independence activist and publisher of Korea’s first independent newspaper. The main highlight of the park is the Seodaemun Prison History Hall, a former prison building that was renovated into a history museum.

April 31 Plastic Surgery (4월31일성형외과)

5.5Km 2025-07-07

(April 31 Building), 707 Nonhyeon-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

Established in 1999, April 31 Plastic Surgery boasts a long history and solid brand power.

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April 31 doesn't exist, so we came up with a special day that doesn't exist anywhere else. Our motto is to be the hospital that gives patients a new birthday.

Our medical specialists and staff are committed to professionalism and patient satisfaction, continuously striving to meet patients' expectations.

Buam-dong Gaeyeoalsa (부암동 계열사)

5.5Km 2024-02-21

7 Baekseokdong-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul

Buam-dong Gaeyeoalsa is a chicken place that has received recognition in the Blue Ribbon Survey, the first restaurant guide in Korea. The representative menu is the fried chicken served in a bamboo tray with wedge potatoes. The chicken has a thin and crispy coating. Nearby attractions include the Yun Dongju Hill (Cheongun Park) and the Yun Dong-ju Literary Museum, dedicated to the poet beloved by Koreans.

Yongsan Family Park (용산가족공원)

5.5Km 2022-12-15

185, Seobinggo-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul
+82-2-792-5660

Visitors to Yongsan Family Park can enjoy a relaxing time at a big grassy field beside a refreshing pond and well-organized walking paths. Yongsan Family Park spans an area of roughly 89,256.20 ㎡ in what was a section of the former golf course of the Eighth US Army Division. The park is comprised of various facilities such as a 2km-walking path, a natural education site, and Taegeukgi Park. Visitors can watch and feed pigeons and wild pheasants living at the park.

Boobing (부빙)

5.5Km 2024-01-12

136 Changuimun-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul

Boobing is short for "Buam-dong bingsu" (shaved ice). As such, it is a shaved ice restaurant that always has a long waiting line on weekdays or weekends. The main menu item is pat bingsu (shaved ice with red beans), made with red beans that are provided by a bean produce. They also serve their own original bingsu desserts that use ingredients like melon, mint chocolate, and gold pineapple. Their signature menu is Chodang corn bingsu, made with finely ground corn with milk ice on top. The cafe has a one bingsu order per person policy.

Umaido - Konkuk Univ. Branch (우마이도 건대)

5.5Km 2021-03-29

135-2, Neungdong-ro, Gwangjin-gu, Seoul
+82-2-467-8788

It is a gourmet restaurant serving delicious Japanese ramen near Konkuk Univ. This Japanese (cuisine) restaurant is located in Gwangjin-gu, Seoul. The representative menu is instant noodles.

Madang Jokbal (마당족발)

5.5Km 2024-10-15

175, Neungdong-ro, Gwangjin-gu, Seoul
+82-2-468-3030

It is a restaurant with an outdoor terrace. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Gwangjin-gu, Seoul. The most famous menu is braised pigs' feet.

Nodame - Konkuk Univ. Branch (노다메 건대)

5.5Km 2021-03-26

157, Neungdong-ro, Gwangjin-gu, Seoul
+82-2-461-1919

It is a Japanese curry restaurant where you can control the level of spiciness. This Japanese (cuisine) restaurant is located in Gwangjin-gu, Seoul. The most famous menu is curry.

Olive Young - Konkuk Univ. Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 건대)

5.5Km 2024-04-17

133, Neungdong-ro, Gwangjin-gu, Seoul

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Goti (고티(Goatee))

5.5Km 2021-03-24

242, Achasan-ro, Gwangjin-gu, Seoul
+82-10-3283-6566

It is a place where you can enjoy Kozel dark draft beer at affordable prices. The best menu at this restaurant is gambas al ajillo (spanish garlic shrimp). This Western dishes restaurant is located in Gwangjin-gu, Seoul.

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