Memorial to the Loyal Dead (호국충혼위령비)

3.5 Km 4423 2019-12-23

56-33, Gaehwadong-ro 13-gil, Gangseo-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2125-0848

When the fate of the nation was hanging by a thread as the North Korean Army launched an invasion of the South on June 25, 1950, about 1,100 officers and men from the South Korean First Division's 11th, 12th, and 15th regiment retreated to Gimpo and built the last line of defense on Gaehwasan Mountain from June 26 to 30 to fight against a large army of North Korean soldiers disguised as South Korean men.

Unfortunately, their communication with the headquarters was cut off and their supply of ammunition and food ran out. As a result, the entire South Korean force was killed by the much larger North Korean army in a valley around Gaehwasan Mountain. In order to commemorate those who died for the country, the government established the Memorial to the Loyal Dead on Gaehwasan Mountain in 1994. A memorial service is also held here annualy on June 28th.

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Built by the First Division of the ROK Army, Mitasa Temple

Snow Peak - Mok-dong Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (스노우피크 목동)

3.6 Km 0 2024-04-17

602, Gonghang-daero, Yangcheon-gu, Seoul

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Let's Rock Festival (렛츠락페스티벌)

3.7 Km 8699 2022-10-26

162, Hangangnanji-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul
• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)

Let's Rock Festival started in 2007 as one of the largest urban music festivals. The festival celebrates the start of fall with musicians from dynamic genres, along with activities, food vendors, and more.

World Cup Park (월드컵공원)

3.8 Km 103892 2022-12-15

243-60, World Cup-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul
+82-2-120

Opened on May 1st, 2002, the Wolrd Cup Park was once a 15-year-old landfill that held over 92 million tons of garbage. The park is located near Seoul World Cup Stadium, and is made up of five smaller parks - Pyeonghwa (Peace) Park, Haneul (Sky) Park, Noeul (Sunset) Park, Nanjicheon Park, and Nanji Hangang Park.

* Pyeonghwa Park: Closest to Seoul World Cup Stadium, it holds a pond, garden, children’s playground, and forest. As a representative park of World Cup Park, the park was designed in hopes of peace and harmony between mankind and nature. It is often used as a picnic area and place for nature studies.

* Nanji Hangang Park: Nanji Hangang Park was developed on the banks of the Hangang River. In contrast to other Hangang River parks, Nanji Hangang Park is a water-friendly park that has a gradual slope towards the riverbank. The park consists of a camping ground, soccer field, basketball court, grass field, cruise ship port, and an area for nature studies.

* Haneul Park: Haneul Park consists of vast grassland located at the highest elevation of the five parks. The park's pasture is covered with eulalias and wild flowers in their most natural state. In addition, 30,000 butterflies of different species were introduced in 2000 to stabilize the ecosystem. Five wind-powered generators provide power to the park and the park’s maintenance office. Once a mountain of garbage, it is now a green hill with 22 lookout points offering breathtaking views of Seoul, including the N Seoul Tower, Bukhansan Mountain, and Hangang River. Tall trees are line the park to provide shades and serve as resting spots for visitors. As a popular spot to enjoy the sight of eulalias, the park usually remains open until late in the evening during the Eulalia Festival period.

* Noeul Park: In order to prevent the vast area of land of what was once a wasteland from becoming an unnecessary chunk of land, a nine-hole golf course was constructed in what is now known as Noeul Park. The golf course serves as an environment friendly entertainment park to visitors while stabilizing the geographical formation and has an urban park nearby that offers scenic views of the Hangang River and beautiful sunset. Located west of the golf park is Noeul Square, decorated with shrubs and flowers.

* Nanjicheon Park: Nanjicheon Park was developed from the Nanji Stream, which flowed under Haneul Park. It was once overflowing with sewage runoff from a nearby landfill, but it has since been beautifully restored into a park with clear water. The park is built to serve as a recreational spot for those with for youths, elders, and people with disabilities.

Haengjusanseong Fortress History Park (행주산성 역사공원)

3.8 Km 0 2024-02-06

93-38 Haengjusanseong-ro, Deogyang-gu, Goyang-si, Gyeonggi-do

Haengjusanseong Fortress History Park, located next to the Haengjusanseong Fortress near the Hangang River, is a site steeped in history. It played a significant role as a witness to the battles between Joseon and Japanese forces during the Japanese Invasions of Korea (1592-1598). The park includes several features such as the Hangang River Observatory, which has been repurposed from military posts, a fence photo zone, Baramgaebi Hill, and a vast lawn area. Additionally, as part of the Haengjusanseong Trail, the park is known for offering a spectacular view of the sunset, making it a picturesque spot for visitors.

Olive Young - Yeomchang Station Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 염창역)

3.9 Km 0 2024-04-22

#102, and #103, 637, Gonghang-daero, Gangseo-gu, Seoul

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Youth Day Festival (대한민국 청년의 날)

4.0 Km 12721 2024-05-24

162 Hangangnanji-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul
+82-2-780-3939

The Youth Day Festival has been taking place since 2016, when Youth Day was established as a nationally-recognized day. The festival takes place annually on the weekend of the third Saturday in September, with a range of exciting and fun programs and concerts.

Nanji Hangang Park (난지한강공원)

4.1 Km 59153 2024-02-15

162 Hangangnanji-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul

Nanji Hangang Park, situated north of the Hangang River near World Cup Park, provides a riverside space for leisure and recreation. The park offers Campgrounds, Water Leisure Sports Facilities, Bike Lane, Waterside Plaza, Mirror Fountain, Riverside Pool, a convenience store, and an information center. The Mirror Fountain emits a rainbow-like light with each water spray. The campgrounds are popular for their proximity to the city and affordable fees. Visitors can enjoy activities such as motorboating, water skiing, and wakeboarding on the Hangang River.

Nanji Hangang Park MTB Course Site (난지한강공원 MTB코스장)

4.1 Km 32169 2022-10-26

162, Hangangnanji-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul
+82-2-3780-0611

Situated in Nanji Hangang Park, the MTB Course Site is perfect for MTB lovers as well as beginners who wish to enter the world of extreme biking with safety. The MTB Course Site is the nation's first MTB course site, established on a flatland, reproducing perfectly realistic mountain ridges and slopes.

Seoul Silver Grass Festival (서울억새축제)

4.1 Km 32222 2023-10-13

95 Haneulgongwon-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul
+82-2-300-5581

Seoul Silver Grass Festival takes place at Haneul Park. Originally a garbage dump, the land was reformed and transformed into the vibrant, healthy ecosystem it has today in large part thanks to the planting of silver grass. The park now features the largest colony of silver grass found in Seoul, and hosts the Seoul Silver Grass Festival every year in October when the grass is in bloom.

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