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Hongneung Arboretum (홍릉수목원)

Hongneung Arboretum (홍릉수목원)

6.8Km    2020-05-23

57, Hoegi-ro, Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul
+82-2-961-2522

Hongneung Arboretum was the first arboretum in Korea, established in 1922 when experimental forests were built on Hongneung Royal Tomb, the burial mound of Queen Myeong-Seong. Hongneung Arboretum is managed by the Korea Forest Service, and houses a variety of domestic and international plants for both visitors to enjoy and researchers to study. The arboretum and Forest Sciece Exhibition Hall are open to the public. Student groups can enjoy natural science and forestry experiences with advanced reservation.

E-Mart - Byeollae Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (이마트 별내)

E-Mart - Byeollae Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (이마트 별내)

6.8Km    2024-04-22

167, Sunhwagung-ro, Namyangju-si, Gyeonggi-do

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Bukhansanseong Fortress (북한산성)

6.8Km    2020-03-26

375, Daeseomun-gil, Deogyang-gu, Goyang-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-968-5325

First built in 132 during the Baekje era (18 BC-AD 660) under King Gaeru's reign, Bukhansanseong Fortress was the northernmost fortress that protected Baekje from Goguryeo's forces. In the year 475, the fortress fell in the hands of Gogyuryeo after a fierce battle. As a result, King Gaeru was killed and Baekje's princess fled to Ungjinseong Fortress. Despite the fortress' collapse and reconstructions, Bukhansanseong Fortress continued to play an important role in protecting the capital city throughout Korea's history of war.

Olive Young - Kyung Hee Univ. Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 경희대)

Olive Young - Kyung Hee Univ. Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 경희대)

6.9Km    2024-04-18

2, Kyungheedae-ro, Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul

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Jeongneung Royal Tomb  [UNESCO World Heritage] (서울 정릉(신덕왕후) [유네스코 세계문화유산])

Jeongneung Royal Tomb [UNESCO World Heritage] (서울 정릉(신덕왕후) [유네스코 세계문화유산])

6.9Km    2021-02-09

116, Arirang-ro 19-gil, Seongbuk-gu, Seoul
+82-2-914-5133

Jeongneung Royal Tomb is the tomb of Queen Sindeok, the second wife of King Taejo (1392-1398), founder of the Joseon dynasty (1392-1910). The queen met a sudden death due to health complications. Although one of her sons was the crown prince, he was killed by a successive brother, Yi Bang-won, in order to obtain the throne. After Yi Bang-won rose to the throne as King Taejong, he relocated Queen Sindeok's tomb to outside of the city walls.

Olens - Kyung Hee Univ. Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (오렌즈 경희대)

Olens - Kyung Hee Univ. Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (오렌즈 경희대)

6.9Km    2024-04-18

150, Hoegi-ro, Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul

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Ddabong House (따봉하우스)

Ddabong House (따봉하우스)

6.9Km    2021-03-27

73, Kyungheedae-ro 4-gil, Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul
+82-2-962-2885

This store specializes in instant tteokbokki. This restaurant's signature menu is stir-fried rice cake. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul.

King Sejong The Great Museum (세종대왕박물관)

King Sejong The Great Museum (세종대왕박물관)

7.0Km    2024-03-08

56, Hoegi-ro, Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul
+82-2-969-8851

King Sejong The Great Museum is a cultural complex located in the heart of Seoul, near Gwanghwamun Plaza.The Hangeul Room exhibits documents published during the reign of King Sejong, the Science Room displays Cheugugi and celestial planisphere, and the Korean Traditional Music Room showcases various traditional Korean musical instruments. The Biography Room features Portrait of King Sejong and paintings depicting scenes from his life. Outdoors, there are statues of King Sejong, the  scahe sundial, the clepsydra, and Cheugugi.

Olive Young - Jungnang Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 중랑점)

7.0Km    2024-06-28

6, Mangu-ro 32-gil, Jungnang-gu, Seoul

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Anssine Jjukkumi (안씨네쭈꾸미)

Anssine Jjukkumi (안씨네쭈꾸미)

7.1Km    2021-03-29

17-26, Imun-ro, Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul
+82-2-969-7668

Tree ear good for strengthening immunity is served. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul. The representative menu is stir-fried webfoot octopus and pork belly.