Saenamteo Catholic Holy Place of the Martyrs (새남터기념성당)

8.0Km 2020-03-31

80-8, Ichon-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul
+82-2-716-1791

When taking the subway from Seoul Station to Yongsan Station, you will notice a tall and distinct hanok (traditional Korean architecture) building; this is Saenamteo Catholic Holy Place of the Martyrs. Construction of the building began in 1984, the year of the 200th anniversary of Catholicism in Korea, and was completed after three years.

Also called "Nodeul" and "Sanamgi," Saenamteo was used as a military training ground during the early Joseon period. It was also the place where convicted felons and the Sayuksin (the six martyred ministers) were executed.

Many Catholics were executed here during the Sinyu Persecution of 1801, the Gihae Persecution of 1839, the Byeongo Persecution of 1846, and the Byeongin Persecution of 1866. Among those executed were 11 priests including the first Korean priest Kim Taegon (Andrew), the first Chinese priest that came to Korea Ju Mun Mo (Jacobus), the first French priest that came to Korea Bishop Imbert and other Catholics including Hyeon Seok-mun. There is also an altar here where the remains of nine Catholic saints are enshrined.

Deungchon Shabu Kalguksu - Deungchon Branch (등촌샤브칼국수 등촌)

8.0Km 2021-03-27

65, Gangseo-ro 56ga-gil, Gangseo-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2659-9318

This place is known for generous servings and healthy meals. This restaurant's signature menu is noodle soup with mushrooms. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Gangseo-gu, Seoul.

Shanti (산띠)

8.0Km 2019-12-30

70, Wausan-ro 27-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul
+82-2-6052-3989

Shanti is an Indian, Nepalese restaurant with cuisine prepared by chef with over 15 years of experience.

Mobssie (몹시)

8.0Km 2017-03-10

34, Wausan-ro 27-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul

Mobssie is a popular dessert cafe in Hongdae. Its first branch specializes in chocolate cakes whearas the second branch specializes in cheese cakes. In particular, Mobssie's first branch is popular among women in their twenties with their fresh chocolate cakes baked upon order.

Hyosajeong Pavilion (효사정)

8.0Km 2021-02-19

55, Hyeonchung-ro, Dongjak-gu, Seoul
+82-2-820-9848

Hyosajeong Pavilion is where Nohan, the second vice premier of the Joseon dynasty during King Sejong and King Sejo’s reign, stayed. After he lost his mother, he built the pavilion to mourn at her grave while still being able to see his father’s grave in Gaeseong to the North. His brother-in-law, then Minister of the Interior, Gang Sa-deok named the pavilion “Hyosajeong,” which means pavilion of filial piety.

In order to find the original location of the pavilion, poems by Jeong Inji and Seo Geojeong and an old map of Korea were referenced, but the pavilion was not found because the surrounding landscape had changed too much. As a result, a location was selected and the pavilion was reconstructed at its current location. The house is 3 kan* in the front and 2 kan* on the side. The roof is a hip-and-gable roof. The pavilion has one room with under floor heating and a railing around the pavilion

(* kan: a traditional measurement that corresponds to the space between two columns)

Olive Young - Dohwa-dong Mapo Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 마포도화)

8.0Km 2024-04-18

20, Samgae-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul

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CACAOBOOM (카카오봄)

8.0Km 2021-03-30

6, Wausan-ro 27-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul
+82-2-3141-4663

It is a store that sells handmade chocolate. This cafe is located in Mapo-gu, Seoul. The most famous menu is chocolate drink.

Pakumori - Hongdae Branch (파쿠모리 홍대)

8.0Km 2021-03-19

132-1, Eoulmadang-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul
+82-2-3142-5553

This Japanese cuisine is located near Hongik Univ. Station, Seoul. The representative menu is house-made pork cutlet. A Japanese curry specialty store.

The Hi There! Guesthouse [Korea Quality] 하이데어 게스트하우스 [한국관광 품질인증]

8.0Km 2023-05-23

22-3, Wausan-ro 29ra-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul
+82-10-5685-5463

The Hi There! Guesthouse is a five-minute walk from Hongik University Subway Station in Mapo-gu, Seoul, and has recently been thoroughly remodelled to make it more comfortable and convenient. There are 12 rooms, all with private bathrooms. Scattered across the terrace and rooftop are interesting murals by local artists. Hi There! is a good place to rest after days spent walking the Gyeongui Line forest trail or exploring the fashionable shops and bars of nearby Yeonnam and Hongdae.

Kakao Friends Hongdae Flagship Store (카카오프렌즈 홍대 플래그십 스토어)

8.0Km 2021-03-17

162, Yanghwa-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul
+82-6010-0104

Kakao Friends Hongdae Flagship Store features a wide variety of products related to Kakao Friends, popular messenger emojis. Meet Ryan, Muji, Apeach, Frodo, Neo, Tube, Jay-G, Con, and other characters from Kakao through creative home and office supplies, jewelry, stationery, kitchenware, toys, and much more. All products are designed with adorable characters that are sure to brighten your day.

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