Seoul Geumseonsa Temple (금선사(서울))

18.7Km 2021-08-17

137, Bibong-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-395-9911

Geumseonsa Temple is located within Bukhansan National Park, just behind Cheong Wa Da (The Blue House) and Gyeongbokgung Palace. The entrance to the temple is just off the hiking path to Bibong Peak.

After passing Banyajeon Hall, where Buddhist services are held, visitors will see a pine tree over 200 years old, and beyond that, a staircase with 108 steps leading up to Daejeokgwangjeon Hall in the temple's main area. To the right is Samseonggak House and Hongyegyo Bridge over the clear waters flowing down from the mountain.

Additional temple buildings include Mitajeon Hall and Yeonhwadang Hall, built in 2004 by Monk Beopan; and Jeokmukdang Hall, built using traditional construction techniques.

Always August Roasters (올웨이즈 어거스트 로스터스)

18.7Km 2025-08-20

19 Mangwon-ro 6-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul
+82-507-1384-1622

Located near Mangwon Market, this cafe is sandwiched between tranquil residential buildings, so it is a good place to enjoy a cup and some desserts in peace. The joint serves great coffee and desserts, which go even better together. Its placement on the first floor means that one can get some sun and feel the tranquil atmosphere of Mangwon-dong, a different side of Seoul as a city. Note that this place also offers alcoholic beverages in the form of wine, so if you are up for a longer stay, you can indulge in the wine card curated by the management.

Anyang Art Park (안양예술공원)

18.7Km 2025-10-23

7 Yesulgongwon-ro 131beon-gil, Manan-gu, Anyang-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-8045-7000

Anyang Art Park, formerly known as Anyang Recreational Park, is an easily accessible, well-maintained cultural space. It has been revitalized with updated features such as artificial waterfalls, an outdoor stage, a plaza, walking paths, and enhanced lighting facilities. The park promotes art projects by displaying 50 artworks from renowned Korean and international artists throughout various locations. Nearby, visitors can explore additional local attractions including hiking trails through dense forests, traditional temples such as Anyangsa Temple and Yeomburam Hermitage, the treasure-designated Flagpole Supports at Jungchosa Temple Site, and the Kimchungup Architecture Museum, all of which contribute to a rich area experience.

Korea Global Culture Exchange Center (KGCEC) ((주)케이지문화교류센터)

18.7Km 2025-10-23

#1404, 3 Gongwon-ro, Guro-gu, Seoul

Established in 2018, the Korea Global Culture Exchange Center (KGCEC) runs programs related to studying, tourism, and medical tourism in Korea. The company has attracted over 1,000 medical tourism customers, and approximately 700 international students were accepted by Korean universities with the help of the center. Additionally, the center has organized more than 20 large conferences and hosted over 2,000 FITs (Free Independent Travelers).
The center provides consultations and reservation services in Chinese. Interpretation and post-surgery caregiver services are available upon request. The center also provides comprehensive services from arrival to departure (e.g., pick-up, vehicle, tours, guides, hotel, interpretation, hospital, duty-free shopping, etc.)
The center has partner travel agencies in China who handle applications for Korean visas and medical tourism visas. The center is highly valued by its customers for its promotional efforts and its expansive network of partner hospitals, with its highest priority being service quality.

Himart - Geumcheon Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (하이마트 금천점)

18.7Km 2024-04-18

322, Siheung-daero, Geumcheon-gu, Seoul

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Golfzon Market - Dangsan Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (골프존마켓 당산)

18.7Km 2024-04-23

1F, 233, Seonyu-ro, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul

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Olive Young - Anyang Bisan Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 안양비산점)

18.8Km 2024-06-26

1F, 103, Gwanak-daero, Dongan-gu, Anyang-si, Gyeonggi-do

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Parkchulwoong Optique [Tax Refund Shop] (박철웅안경원)

18.8Km 2024-06-27

1F, 235, Siheung-daero, Geumcheon-gu, Seoul

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Doksan-dong Cattle Market (독산동우시장)

18.8Km 2024-02-15

1209 Beoman-ro, Geumcheon-gu, Seoul

Doksan-dong Cattle Market stands as a prominent meat market in the southwestern part of Seoul, distinguishable by its division into wholesale and retail sections. Renowned for providing an array of meat at budget-friendly prices, the market has gained notable acclaim for its multitude of beef restaurants. Visitors have the opportunity to procure beef, pork, and offals such as intestines or tails while soaking in the lively ambiance characteristic of a traditional market.

1001 Optics [Tax Refund Shop] (1001안경콘택트)

18.8Km 2024-06-27

231, Siheung-daero, Geumcheon-gu, Seoul

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