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Changuimun Gate - Jahamun Gate (창의문(자하문))

Changuimun Gate - Jahamun Gate (창의문(자하문))

5.1Km    2020-04-02

118, Changuimun-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2148-1822

Changuimun Gate was often called Jahamun Gate. It was one of four mini-gates in the north surrounding the walled city of Hanyang (Seoul) during the Joseon dynasty. After the closure of Sukjeongmun Gate, one of the four main gates, Changuimun Gate became a favorite north gate. Hence, people also called Changuimun the North Gate. It is the only gate among four mini gates that is still in its original state. Although it is small, almost 50m² in terms of size, it looks very firm and sturdy. While Dongsomun Gate, another of the four mini gates, is decorated with a phoenix, Changuimun Gate is adorned with a wooden chicken along its rafters. The reason behind the wooden chicken was that the chicken was believed to be the nemesis of the centipede. People believed that installing the wooden chicken was important to overcome the harmful spirit of the centipede.

CheongKwanJang - Dongbuichon Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (정관장 동부이촌)

CheongKwanJang - Dongbuichon Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (정관장 동부이촌)

5.2Km    2024-04-17

1F, 245, Ichon-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul

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Dolgomne (돌곰네)

Dolgomne (돌곰네)

5.2Km    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.

Bugaksan Mountain (북악산)

Bugaksan Mountain (북악산)

5.2Km    2024-03-04

Cheongun-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-765-0297

Bugaksan Mountain is the mountain that one can see behind the Gyeongbokgung Palace and the Cheong Wa Dae to the north. Hanyangdoseong, the city wall that surrounded the historic capital of Hanyang, was built by connecting the ridges of this mountain. These walls can still be found today, having been preserved quite well. Different trails weave through the area along the Hanyangdoseong, the Seoul City Wall, and one can visit these trails at night as well. Bugak Skyway is a road that connects Changuimun Gate to Jeongneung Royal Tomb, and one can get a great view of Seoul’s city center from the Palgakjeong Pavilion on Bugak Skyway. 

sushi hyo Cheongdam (스시효 청담)

sushi hyo Cheongdam (스시효 청담)

5.2Km    2021-03-29

25, Seolleung-ro 146-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
+82-2-545-0023

The chef featured in the cartoon “Mr. Sushi” does the cooking. This restaurant's signature menu is sushi. This Japanese (cuisine) restaurant is located in Gangnam-gu, Seoul.

Club Espresso (클럽에스프레소)

Club Espresso (클럽에스프레소)

5.2Km    2024-02-20

132 Changuimun-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul

Club Espresso is a café that opened in 1990, constructed with red bricks. They roast their own coffee beans, offering a diverse coffee menu. The Moon Blend, a blend of Colombian, Brazilian, Ethiopian, and Guatemalan beans, is a favorite among regulars and is made with the coffee bean ratio favored by former President Moon Jae-in. Nearby attractions include the Yun Dongju Hill (Cheongun Park) and the Yun Dong-ju Literary Museum, dedicated to the poet beloved by Koreans.

Chorokbaguni (초록바구니)

Chorokbaguni (초록바구니)

5.2Km    2021-03-19

9-18, Ichon-ro 84-gil, Yongsan-gu, Seoul
+82-2-790-3421

This is a Korean cuisine located in Ichon-dong, Seoul. The representative menu is Korean table d''hote. A hanjeongsik (Korean table d'hôte) course meal menu specialty restaurant.

Lotte Super - Gongdeok Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (롯데슈퍼 공덕점)

Lotte Super - Gongdeok Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (롯데슈퍼 공덕점)

5.2Km    2024-04-23

109, Mapo-daero, Mapo-gu, Seoul

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Saladaeng Temple (살라댕템플)

Saladaeng Temple (살라댕템플)

5.2Km    2024-03-12

32 Seongsui-ro 16-gil, Seongdong-gu, Seoul

Saladaeng Temple is a French fusion restaurant based on Thai cuisine. It is also known for being accessible by boat. Inside, there is an emerald-colored swimming pool, a central Buddha statue, and grand Buddha statues on the walls. The signature menu features Saladaen temple samdan tray (Saladang Temple three layer tray) with dim sum, deep-fried oysters, shrimp tart, salmon, creme brulee, financier, fruits, and more.

Gucci - Cheongdam Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (구찌 청담점)

5.2Km    2024-04-23

462, Apgujeong-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

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