Seoul Doseonsa Temple (도선사(서울))

11.6Km 2025-06-25

504 Samyang-ro 173-gil, Gangbuk-gu, Seoul

Doseonsa Temple was established 1,100 years ago during the latter part of the Silla Kingdom when the renowned Buddhist priest Doseonguksa was traveling through the mountains. After visiting the site, Doseonguksa made a prophecy that led to the construction of the temple. According to legend, he used only his walking stick to carve the large Bodhisattva that sits at the temple. Interestingly enough, the statue does not show any evidence of chisel marks, further adding to the mystery of how the statue was made.

During the 7th year of King Gwangmu of the Joseon dynasty, Doseonsa Temple was officially named the representative temple of Korea with the purpose of promoting Cheongdamdaejongsa's Korean Buddhism movement, aiming at a religious revival. Due to these special circumstances Deseonsa Temple gained a high reputation and much recognition, which have held strong to this day.

Inside the temple, visitors can view the remains and written works of Cheongdamdaejongsa in the Cheongdamdaejongsa Memorial Hall. Next to the road leading to Cheonbuljeon Hall is a pond where you can toss a coin and make a wish and just past Yongammun Gate is a hiking path connecting Baegundae Cliff and Insubong Peak. Inside the Ksitigarbha Hall are portraits of President Park Chung-hee, Yuk Yeong-su, and Hyundai Chairman Chung Ju-yung. In front of the hall is a tree that is said to have been planted by a Buddhist priest who brought it from India 200 years ago. Historical artifacts can be found throughout the temple.

Dolgomne (돌곰네)

11.6Km 2021-03-30

18, Eonju-ro 146-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
+82-2-3446-2928

A place where you can taste various octopus dishes. This seafood restaurant is located in Gangnam-gu, Seoul. The most famous menu is parboiled octopus.

Seongsu Jokbal (성수족발)

11.6Km 2021-03-24

7, Achasan-ro, 7-gil, Seongdong-gu, Seoul
+82-2-464-0425

It is considered one of Seoul's top 3 Jokbal (pig’s feet) restaurants. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Seongdong-gu, Seoul. The most famous menu is braised pigs' feet.

Gyeongbarwon (경발원)

11.6Km 2021-03-26

34, Mangu-ro 21-gil, Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2244-2616

It is a Chinese-run store. This Chinese (cuisine) restaurant is located in Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul. The most famous menu is sweet and sour chicken.

Befor Plastic Sugery [Tax Refund Shop] (비포 성형외과의원)

11.6Km 2024-04-16

3F, 406, Dosan-daero, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

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Ongeundal (옹근달)

11.6Km 2024-11-07

41-1, Seongsui-ro 7-gil, Seongdong-gu, Seoul

This bakery in Seongsu-dong boasts a colorful and unique visual, and is gaining popularity for its “cruffin,” a hybrid of a croissant and muffin. The menu includes a variety of breads and desserts, such as canelé, pound cake, crumble, and mille-feuille, making it a paradise for bread-lovers. The courtyard of the building, which was remodeled from an old factory, has thick bushes and a small square pond, offering a unique view. The floor-to-ceiling windows in this two-story building create the feeling of a wide, open space, making it full of photo opportunities.

Kumkang - Gangnam Main Branch (금강제화 (강남본점))

11.6Km 2021-06-30

500, Gangnam-daero, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
+82-2-541-8081

Kumkang is Korea's leading fashion retailer specializing in formal, casual and athletic footwear, as well as trendy clothing and accessories. Located on the famous Gangnam-daero, Kumkang Gangnam carries a wide selection of trendy footwear for both men and women. Moreover, customers may receive free product consultation from product specialists at the customer service center.

Wolfgang's Steakhouse(울프강스테이크하우스)

11.6Km 2021-04-15

21, Seolleung-ro, 152-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
+82-2-556-8700

One of the top 3 steak restaurants in the US. The representative menu is steak. This is a Western cuisine located in Apgujeong-dong, Seoul.

Bukhansan Dulle Trail Section 1 ([북한산 둘레길] 1 소나무숲길 )

11.6Km 2024-01-04

12 Samyang-ro 173-gil, Gangbuk-gu, Seoul

Bukhansan Mountain is a mountain representing Seoul, which 5 million people visit every year. It is not easy to hike up to the top, but the dulle trail allows one to enjoy the beauty of the mountain without too much effort. Bukhansan Dulle Trail is a low-lying, horizontal walking trail created by connecting and refining existing side paths, allowing for a leisurely walk along the foot of the mountain. The Pine Forest Trail, one section of the trail consisting of 21 themes, is 2.9 kilometers long from the entrance to Uiryeong Trail to the top of Solbat Neighborhood Park. It is filled with majestic pine trees, and the road is wide and gentle, making it a perfect place to enjoy a walk. Most of the section is shaded by trees, so visitors can feel cool while walking up even on hot summer days.

Olive Young - Seongsu Station Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 성수역)

11.6Km 2024-04-18

1F, 91, Achasan-ro, Seongdong-gu, Seoul

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