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Libuk Sonmandu (리북손만두)

Libuk Sonmandu (리북손만두)

7.4Km    2019-08-28

17-13, Mugyo-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-776-7361

Libuk Sonmandu restaurant is located deep in the alleys behind Seoul City Hall in the Mugyo-dong area. It is famous for kimchimari bap and sonmandu (handmade dumplings). Kimchimaribap is rice in a soup of kimchi and ice cubes with various added flavorings that originated in North Korea. This is a refreshing dish for summer. Other items on the menu are bindaetteok (mung bean pancake) and mandu jeongol (dumpling hot pot).

SI Sacai - Cheongdam Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (SI 사카이 청담)

7.4Km    2024-04-19

26, Apgujeong-ro 60-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

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AMORE Spa (아모레퍼시픽 스파)

7.4Km    2025-01-10

21, Apgujeong-ro 29-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
+82-2-512-3067

AmorePacific, a Korean brand, initially gained popularity in New York since its opening of AMORE Beauty Gallery & Spa in Soho, New York. The AMORE Spa is a popular spa and treatment center frequented by many international celebrities.

The AMORE Spa Seoul branch, opened in April 2005, offers approximately 30 different kinds of programs. One of the most popular spa programs is Spa Therapy, which uses a diverse range of natural therapy materials including lotus flower, ginger and bamboo. Another popular program is the Halla Green Tea program, which uses green tea leaves grown in Jeju's Hallasan Mountain. Other programs include Gold & Silver Energy Healing therapy, Mystic Bamboo Forest, facial therapies, body slimming and massages.

National Palace Museum of Korea (국립고궁박물관)

National Palace Museum of Korea (국립고궁박물관)

7.4Km    2023-03-24

12, Hyoja-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-3701-7500

The National Palace Museum of Korea displays over 40,000 relics from the Joseon dynasty. With various treasures on exhibit, the museum continues to provide information on the dignity of royal culture and the creativity of royal cultural assets.

Gogung Tteurak (고궁뜨락)

Gogung Tteurak (고궁뜨락)

7.4Km    2020-04-17

12, Hyoja-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-720-0486

Located on the first floor of the National Palace Museum of Korea, Gogung Tteurak consists of a museum shop and a café. It is open from 09:00 to 18:00 during the weekdays and up to 21:00 on Wednesdays and Saturdays. It operates without closing days as of January 1, 2017.

Jeongsikdang (정식당)

7.4Km    2021-03-24

11, Seolleung-ro, 158-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
+82-2-517-4654

It’s a 2020 Michelin Guide restaurant. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Gangnam-gu, Seoul. The representative menu is beef tenderloin steak.

Maison Hannam (메종 한남)

Maison Hannam (메종 한남)

7.4Km    2024-12-27

24 UN village 3-gil, Yongsan-gu, Seoul

Remodeled from the prevoius Italian Embassy, this restaurant boasts an excellent view of the Hangang River and Lotte World Tower. It is a popular place for dates or birthday parties, requiring a reservation at least a month in advance to sit on the terrace with a view of the Hangang River. Among the recommended menus is the Maison Lunch Set, which offers three courses, including appetizers (such as grilled scallops), pasta, and Korean beef steak. The food is served warm, and the utensils are changed frequently for a pleasant meal. There is a glass greenhouse on the outdoor terrace, so guests can enjoy the Hangang River view regardless of the weather.

Figure Museum W (피규어뮤지엄W)

Figure Museum W (피규어뮤지엄W)

7.4Km    2024-03-18

3, Seolleung-ro 158-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
+82-2-512-8865

The Figure Museum W is a new concept museum that combines the appeal of figurines with Enter-Tour-Ment. It integrates some functions of theme parks to create a space for a new play culture and healthy hobbies. In Figure Museum W, visitors can meet special figurines, experience the appeal of figurines, and trace the history and the world of figurines.

CheongKwanJang - Cheongdam Sageori Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (정관장 청담사거리)

CheongKwanJang - Cheongdam Sageori Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (정관장 청담사거리)

7.4Km    2024-04-16

#101, 511, Dosan-daero, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

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Hwangudan Altar (환구단)

Hwangudan Altar (환구단)

7.4Km    2020-05-07

112, Sogong-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-3396-5842

Hwangudan Altar, also called Hwandan Altar, refers to an altar complex for the rite of heaven. The rites were first performed in the Goryeo dynasty by King Seongjong in the first month of 983 (2nd year of his reign), but was repeatedly adopted and abolished, and eventually stopped at the start of the Joseon dynasty.

Then in 1456 (2nd year of King Sejo), the practice was temporarily standardized and the rites were performed at Hwangudan Altar again in 1457. However, rites were again abolished in 1464 (10th year of King Sejo). It wasn’t until 1897 (34th year of King Gojong) when the Joseon dynasty was renamed as the Korean Empire and King Gojong ascended to emperor, that the rite was revived.

Now, Hwangungu Shrine and three stone drums stand at the location of the former altar complex. The three stone drums symbolize the instruments used for the rites. The shrine was completed in 1899, two years after the altar was started in 1897. Today, the Hwangungu Shrine still stands within the hotel grounds of the Westin Chosun Hotel.