Gyeonggi Ceramic Museum (경기도자박물관)

18.2Km 2019-03-19

727, Gyeongchung-daero, Gonjiam-eup, Gwangju-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-799-1500

The Gyeonggi Ceramic Museum in Gonjiam special culture zone is the former site where ceramics were produced for the royal households of the Joseon Dynasty for 400 years. The museum specializes in the study of traditional Korean ceramics such as Joseon white porcelain or baekja. It also manages excavation projects, conducts research, and educates the public about the cultural aspects of traditional ceramics.

The museum consists of two large exhibition rooms, a special exhibition room, a multi-purpose room, and other smaller rooms. Its auxiliary facilities include a large-scale outdoor sculpture park; kilns heated with firewood; a Korean-style garden; a tea ceremony performance room; and a shopping mall selling ceramics produced in Gwangju. The museum exhibits traditional ceramics from the Joseon Dynasty such as pure white porcelain, blue and white porcelain, white porcelain painted with under-glaze iron-brown, and punch'ong ware, that were all made throughout the Joseon Dynasty’s 500 years of history. The museum also displays works by modern artists, inheritors of Korea’s honorable ceramic tradition. And to fulfill its educational duties, the museum holds special exhibitions that focus on the culture and history of Korea’s traditional ceramics and offers visitors the opportunity to learn about and appreciate Korea’s traditional ceramics that are still being crafted, even today.

Jaunam Hermitage (자운암)

18.2Km 2023-05-08

Gwanak-ro, Gwanak-gu, Seoul
+82-2-882-3839

Jaunam Hermitage was originally built in 1396 by Great Monk Muhak of Joseon dynasty. It was renovated in 1734, and finally took shape of the hermitage we know today in 1976 when Monk Boryun added Daeungjeon Hall, Chilseonggak Pavilion, and Sansigak Pavilion. It is currently located in the famous Jahadong Valley on the Seoul National University campus.

Semiwon (세미원)

18.2Km 2023-01-19

93, Yangsu-ro, Yangpyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-775-1835

Semiwon is a botanical garden solely focused on lotus flowers. The garden houses the world’s only museum dedicated to showcasing lotus flowers in daily living, cooking, and writing. The 180,000 square-meter park consists of ponds through which water is filtered and purified before flowing back into the Hangang River. The park is most beautiful in summer when the lotus blossoms are in full bloom but is also decorated with seasonal flowers throughout the year. Additional facilities at Semiwon include the Environment Learning Center, Experience Center, and exhibition areas.

Anyang Produce & Fish Wholesale Market (안양농수산물도매시장)

18.2Km 2024-02-16

313 Heungan-daero, Dongan-gu, Anyang-si, Gyeonggi-do,

Anyang Produce & Fish Wholesale Market is a hub of logistics in the southern region of the metropolitan area. It's a bustling center for both wholesalers and consumers. The market includes distinct sections such as a fruits wing, a vegetables wing, and a fishery wing. In addition to these, there are also commercial wings and storage units. Wholesale auctions take place in the early mornings, while trades for general consumers are conducted during the daytime.

Gwanaksan Mountain (관악산)

18.2Km 2023-01-02

Gwanak-ro, Gwanak-gu, Seoul
+82-2-879-6521

Reaching 632.2 meters in x_height, Gwanaksan Mountain is the symbol and pride of Gwanak-gu district in Seoul. Most of the cultural heritage of the district originates from Gwanaksan Mountain. Since it was designated as a city natural park in 1968, it has continued to serve as a favorite place for relaxation and excursion for Seoul citizens. The various rocky peaks and the deep valleys give the mountain a rugged feel. The mountain's size and close proximity to Seoul make it easy for Seoul residents to make a day trip.

In the spring, cherry blossoms are in full bloom near the entrance to the mountain, and a Rhododendron Festival is held when the rhododendrons are in full bloom. At the mountain's summit are Wongaksa Temple and Yeonjuam Hermitage, which were built by Taejo Yi Seong-gye (the founder of the Joseon dynasty) to ward off misfortune when he decided to move the capital to Seoul. There are also other temples and hermitages, and a ground radar observation post. Yeonjudae Hermitage, located atop a cliff, is where all the hiking trails of Gwanaksan Mountain meet.

Olive Young - Namyangju Donong Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 남양주도농점)

18.2Km 2024-06-27

#109, and #110, 29, Donong-ro, Namyangju-si, Gyeonggi-do

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Star Haecheontang (스타해천탕)

18.2Km 2021-03-18

179, Nangye-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2236-3382

A spicy seafood stew specialty restaurant located near Sindang Station in Seoul. The most famous menu is chicken and seafood soup. A restaurant famous for seafood stew and steamed dishes.

Stay Passport Sindang Ryokan (스테이 패스포트 신당 료칸)

18.2Km 2025-04-24

33 Nangye-ro 11-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul

Stay Passport Sindang Ryokan offers a four major room types: "Goyo" and "Sohyang," designed for two who seek privacy and relaxation away from the busy city life; "Pungryu," accommodating up to four people, perfect for family guests or a group of friends; and "Pungyo," designed to offer utmost relaxation.

Fantom [Tax Refund Shop] (팬텀)

18.2Km 2024-06-27

1F, #26, 225, Wangsan-ro, Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul

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Golfzon Market - Yaksu Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (골프존마켓 약수)

18.2Km 2024-04-19

214, Dongho-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul

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