Amsa-dong Prehistoric Site Museum (암사동선사유적박물관) - Area information - Korea travel information

Amsa-dong Prehistoric Site Museum (암사동선사유적박물관)

9.1Km    2023-12-22

875 Olympic-ro, Gangdong-gu, Seoul

The archaeological sites in Amsa-dong, Seoul, were a collective settlement where people lived during the Neolithic Age about 6,000 years ago and became known to the world after the sand dunes along the Hangang River caved in during the great flood of 1925, exposing numerous pieces of comb-patterned pottery. The area designated as a historic site in 1979, and excavation of the site took place from 1981 to 1988. The cultural heritage protection area was expanded to a total area of ​​78,133㎡. Currently, nine Neolithic dugout huts and one experiential dugout hut have been restored. The exhibitions currently open to the public are Exhibition Hall 1, which displays a restoration of a Neolithic Age dugout, and Exhibition Hall 2, which displays various panels and models to help understand the prehistoric era as a whole.

LG Best Shop - Gangdong Main Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (엘지베스트샵 강동 본점)

LG Best Shop - Gangdong Main Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (엘지베스트샵 강동 본점)

9.2Km    2024-04-19

1449, Yangjae-daero, Gangdong-gu, Seoul

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Gwanaksan Mountain Nakseongdae Park (관악산 낙성대공원)

Gwanaksan Mountain Nakseongdae Park (관악산 낙성대공원)

9.2Km    2021-07-16

77, Nakseongdae-ro, Gwanak-gu, Seoul
+82-2-879-6525

Nakseongdae Park was built as a tribute to General Kang Gam-chan (948-1031) of the Goryeo dynasty. In 1973, the city of Seoul reorganized the birthplace of General Kang, resulting in changes to the park. Located inside the park are Anguksa Shrine, the general’s birthplace, and a three-story stone pagoda, which was made during the Goryeo dynasty. The 4.48-meter-high pagoda is made of granite, and is called “Kang Gam-chan Tap (pagoda)” or “Kang Gam-chan Nakseongdae Tap”.

*Anguksa Shrine
Anguksa is a shrine built in 1974 emulating the wooden architecture style of the Goryeo era. The shrine has high ceilings and houses the portrait of General Kang Gam-chan. The shrine is located on the road leading to the back gate of Seoul National University and has become a popular place in the area.

*Nakseongdae Yuji
Nakseongdae Yuji is the birthplace of General Kang Gam-chan and the original location of the three-story pagoda. During the maintenance of Nakseongdae area in 1973, the pagoda was moved into the vicinity of Anguksa Shrine, and a two-meter tall monument was erected in its original location to mark the historical significance of the site.

Inwangsan Mountain Chosochaekbang (인왕산 더숲 초소책방)

Inwangsan Mountain Chosochaekbang (인왕산 더숲 초소책방)

9.2Km    2024-03-06

172 Inwangsan-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul

Inwangsan Mountain Chosochaekbang is a bakery and book café located along the trail of Inwangsan Mountain, remodeled from an old police station. Surrounded by glass walls within the forest, it blends seamlessly with nature, offering a panoramic view of Namsan Tower through the transparent windows. On the second floor terrace, guests can enjoy the scenic view of Seoul. Freshly baked bread and desserts are available daily, and the venue occasionally hosts book talks and music concerts.

Davich Optical - Sinchon Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (다비치 신촌점)

Davich Optical - Sinchon Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (다비치 신촌점)

9.2Km    2024-04-18

1F, 37, Sinchonnyeok-ro, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul

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Archaeological Site in Amsa-dong, Seoul (서울 암사동 유적)

Archaeological Site in Amsa-dong, Seoul (서울 암사동 유적)

9.2Km    2021-07-27

875, Olympic-ro, Gangdong-gu, Seoul
+82-2-3425-6520

The Archaeological Site in Amsa-dong reproduces the lifestyle of the Neolithic Era. Even the entrance gate is shaped like a huge dolmen and the trash cans are ancient diagonal-line patterned earthenware. Archaeological Site in Amsa-dong was excavated in 1925 when a flood washed away the soil on the banks of the Hangang River and exposed a large number of diagonal-line patterned earthenware. After several excavations, the Archaeological Site in Amsa-dong was established.

The site was a location for a massive colony, thus many ancient buildings, stone axes and stone arrows have been uncovered as well as countless diagonal-line patterned earthenware. The housing site is round with a spot in the center for fire. The site is colossal and possesses nine mud huts, two exhibition halls displaying ancient artifacts and an open mud hut where visitors can experience life in the Neolithic Era. The site offers many attractions such as mud huts and promenades. Archaeological Site in Amsa-dong is also very educational for children and families who want to learn and experience the Neolithic Age.

Davich Optical - Mia Sageori Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (다비치안경 미아사거리)

9.2Km    2024-04-22

1F, 3, Wolgye-ro, Gangbuk-gu, Seoul

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8th Avenue WithPharm Pharmacy [Tax Refund Shop] (8번가위드팜약국)

8th Avenue WithPharm Pharmacy [Tax Refund Shop] (8번가위드팜약국)

9.2Km    2024-04-19

515, Seongsan-ro, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul

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CheongKwanJang - Seoul Nat’l Univ. Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (정관장 서울대)

CheongKwanJang - Seoul Nat’l Univ. Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (정관장 서울대)

9.2Km    2024-04-18

Store #102, Yeseong Officetel, 1798, Nambusunhwan-ro, Gwanak-gu, Seoul

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Olive Young - Sinchondaero Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 신촌대로)

Olive Young - Sinchondaero Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 신촌대로)

9.2Km    2024-04-18

121, Sinchon-ro, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul

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