Seodaemun Prison History Museum (서대문형무소역사관)

11.3Km 2024-12-02

251 Tongil-ro, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul

Seodaemun Prison was built under the Japanese administration to imprison independence movement activists. It first opened on October 21, 1908 under the name Gyeongseong Prison. Eventually, so many activists were imprisoned that the building had to be expanded. At that time, the name changed to Seodaemun Prison on September 3, 1912. Eighty years later, the prison was turned into Seodaemun Independence Park on August 15, 1992 to commemorate the Korean patriots who were tortured in prison, giving their lives for freedom. Of the many buildings, only seven were preserved for their historical significance, among which three prison buildings and the execution site were designated as a Historic Site. In 1998, the park underwent another transformation into today's Seodaemun Prison History Hall to educate the public on the importance of Korea's independence and the sacrifices of those who fought to achieve it.

SU KARA MARKET (수카라)

11.3Km 2021-06-30

157, Wausan-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul
+82-2-334-5919

It is a store where you can take out various sauces and desserts. This cafe is located in Mapo-gu, Seoul. The most famous menu is dessert.

Lens Me - Yeongdeungpo Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (렌즈미 영등포)

11.3Km 2024-04-17

1F, 5, Yeongjung-ro, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul

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Olive Young - Hwigyeong-dong Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 휘경동)

11.3Km 2024-04-22

1F Hwigyeong Bldg., 78, Mangu-ro, Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul

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Hamheung Naengmyeon (함흥냉면)

11.3Km 2024-02-29

6, Yeongdeungpo-ro, 42-gil, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2678-2722

Hamheung Naengmyeon has served its namesake dish, Hamheung naengmyeon (Hamheung cold buckwheat noodles), since 1967. The second generation of the restaurant’s owners has kept the flavors the same throughout the ages. The restaurant’s signature menus include the hoenaengmyeon (cold buckwheat noodles with raw fish), bibim naengmyeon (spicy buckwheat noodles), and mullaengmyeon (cold buckwheat noodles). In particular, the hoenaengmyeon (cold buckwheat noodles with raw fish) impresses with the topping of ganjaemi seoneo (sliced aged raw red stingray), as well as the broth served with naengmyeon (cold buckwheat noodles), made with vegetables and sauce.

Dongnimmun Gate (독립문)

11.3Km 2022-12-15

251, Tongil-ro, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul

Dongnimmun stands at the location originally known as Yeongeun, where envoys were once treated. When a Chinese envoy visited, the King would go out through this door to greet. In 1898, to announce the independence from Japan, Dongnimun was constructed with the fund collected by the citizens. The traces of the past still remain on Dongnimmun with two pillars in front of Dongnimmun being the remains of Yeongeunmun.

The Arc de Triomphe in France can be recalled in comparison to Dongnimmun. Dongnimmun was built using granite with a passageway x_height of 14.28 meters. On the top it is written ‘Dongnimmun’ in Korean with the national flag drawn on each side. On the inner-left side there are stone stairs leading to the attic. The national flower Mugunghwa are planted around Dongnimmun. Now it is surrounded by roads and it is eye-catching to view when passing by.

Aoi Tori (아오이토리)

11.3Km 2017-01-18

8, Wausan-ro 29-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul

Operated by a Japanese chef, Aoi Tori is a bakery during the day but transforms into a bar in the evening that serves alcoholic beverages and meals. As soon as one takes a step inside, the open kitchen will grab one’s attention while the sweet aroma of freshly baked goods builds up an appetite.

Olivine Spa (올리바인 스파)

11.3Km 2024-12-10

4-1 Tongil-ro 16-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul

Chosen as one of the 25 recommended wellness tourist destinations by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism and the Korea Tourism Organization, Olivine Spa operates a luxury spa and a beauty & slimming center in downtown. The spa also provides professional pre-natal and post-natal massage, body shape care, and various beauty programs in partnership with Seran General Hospital and Olivium (a postpartum care center). Olivine Spa provides massages by top-tier therapists in the industry who will relieve fatigue and eliminate toxins accumulated through daily life. They will help your body become healthier and more balanced, ensuring customer satisfaction. Furthermore, Olivine Spa uses Swiss premium brands Les Nouvels Aroma and Darphin in their programs. Its beauty & slimming center provides customized consulting and various beauty-related medical programs in partnership with medical staff at Seran General Hospital.

Olens - Yeongdeungpo Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (오렌즈 영등포)

11.3Km 2024-05-03

1F, 16, Yeongjung-ro, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul

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Himart - Moran Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (하이마트 모란점)

11.3Km 2024-04-19

99, Dunchon-daero, Jungwon-gu, Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-do

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