Suwon Hwaseong Fortress [UNESCO World Heritage] (수원 화성 [유네스코 세계유산])

9.1Km 2024-10-24

Yeonghwa-dong, Jangan-gu, Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-290-3600

Suwon was one of four main regional government centers during the Joseon dynasty. Hwaseong Fortress, built to protect the city, was designated as a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Site on December 12, 1997 for its historical value. The fortress offers various performances daily as well as the Suwon Hwaseong Cultural Festival every fall. The walls stretch for 5,700 kilometers, with Paldalsan Mountain at the center. The fortress, constructed from 1794 to 1796, was built as a display of King Jeongjo’s filial piety towards his father and to build a new pioneer city with its own economic power.

Olive Young - Suwon L’FORT MALL Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 수원엘포트몰)

9.1Km 2024-04-19

Store #49-52, 1F, 145, Gwanggyojungang-ro, Yeongtong-gu, Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do

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Hottracks - Gwanggyo Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (핫트랙스 광교점)

9.1Km 2024-04-19

B1, 145, Gwanggyojungang-ro, Yeongtong-gu, Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do

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Gyeonggi Gugak Center (경기도 국악당)

9.1Km 2021-11-26

89, Minsokchon-ro, Giheung-gu, Yongin-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-289-6400

Gyeonggi Gugak Center opened in July 2004 to promote various traditional Korean culture as well as vitalize the traditional arts. The center consists of a concert hall and educational facilities, constantly upgrading to become a cutting edge facility.

Olive Young - Suwon Tapdong Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 수원탑동점)

9.2Km 2024-06-27

224-1, Geumho-ro, Gwonseon-gu, Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do

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Janganmun Gate (장안문)

9.2Km 2019-12-31

910, Jeongjo-ro, Paldal-gu, Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-031-228-4416

Janganmun Gate is the main gate of Hwaseong Fortress at the northern wall. Jangan means capital, implying that Hwaseong Fortress is the secondary capital. Janganmun Gate served as the main gate because the king would pass from this gate when arriving from Hanyang, the capital city, now modern-day Seoul. It is interesting to note that this gate is larger than Sungryemun Gate in Seoul.

Ieyoung Contemporary Art Museum (이영미술관)

9.2Km 2021-05-28

63, Heungdeok 4-ro, Giheung-gu, Yongin-si, Gyeonggi-do

Ieyoung Contemporary Art Museum opened in June 2001 to showcase artworks that were personally collected by the gallery owners. Upon entering the eco-friendly exhibition space, visitors will be met by works of Korea's famous contemporary artists. In particular, the gallery has the largest collection of works by Park Saeng-gwang, a patriotic painter. In 2004, to mark the 100th anniversary of Park’s birth, the gallery created a foundation with the dual purpose of studying Park and his works and identifying undiscovered interpretation of Korea's tradition.

Suwon Bongnyeongsa Temple (봉녕사 (수원))

9.3Km 2025-02-04

236-54 Changnyong-daero, Paldal-gu, Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do

Bongnyeongsa Temple is located at the foothills of Gwanggyosan Mountain. It features various structures, including the main Buddha hall, meditation spaces for monks, and a bell pavilion housing ritual objects like a bell, wooden fish, cloud-shaped gong, and dharma drum. The temple is also home to an 800-year-old juniper tree. Visitors can enjoy tea at the resting space and explore the temple food education center. Templestay programs offer a chance to experience Buddhist culture through activities such as prayer, meditation, temple food making, and tea talks.

Korean Folk Village (한국민속촌)

9.4Km 2024-11-28

90 Minsokchon-ro, Giheung-gu, Yongin-si, Gyeonggi-do

Korean Folk Village introduces traditional culture from the late Joseon period to both local and international visitors through cultural classes experience, shaman faith, seasonal customs and others. It recreated the past through the restoration of houses from the Joseon dynasty.

Performances including folk music, martial arts on horseback, traditional wedding ceremony, and other special performances and events are available by season. In particular, "Welcome to Joseon," an event held every May, takes visitors back to the past. In addition, a family-friendly theme park equipped with 15 exciting attractions is also available. Visitors can also try various Korean foods at the market street.

Seoho Kkotmoe Park (서호꽃뫼공원)

9.4Km 2025-02-04

100 Suseong-ro, Paldal-gu, Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do

Seoho Kkotmoe Park, located near Hwaseo Station, is an urban garden dedicated to preserving biodiversity and maintaining healthy ecosystems. The park features a four seasons garden, divided into 11 sections, as well as a well-maintained walking trail around the park. Additionally, there are a grass square, a forest playground, and various sports facilities, making it a beloved spot for local residents.

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