Bugaksan Mountain (북악산)

4.1 Km 102211 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.

Changuimun Gate - Jahamun Gate (창의문(자하문))

4.2 Km 18396 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.

Mok In Museum Mok Seok Won (목인박물관 목석원)

4.2 Km 12323 2021-09-01

46-1, Changuimun-ro 5-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-722-5066

Mok In Museum Mok Seok Won relocated in 2019 from Insa-dong to Buam-dong. Six exhibition halls offer visitors a look at wooden figures from around the world. Mokin refers to traditional wooden sculptures carved in shapes of human figures or various animals. The museum holds around 12,000 wooden folk sculptures including those used to decorate funeral carriages and temples mostly from the Joseon dynasty up to modern times. The museum also has an outdoor exhibition hall that harmonizes the sculptures with nature.

Seodaemun Museum of Natural History (서대문자연사박물관)

4.2 Km 34268 2021-07-02

51, Yeonhui-ro 32-gil, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul
+82-2-330-8899

Nestled at the foothills of Ansan Mountain, a natural resting area in the city, Seodaemun Museum of Natural History is the first natural history museum in the nation to be established by a government agency. Opened on July 10, 2003, the museum offers various opportunities to experience and learn about the environment. It also provides the chance to interact with animals and plants, teaching the value of life.

Korea Etiquette Institute (한국예절문화원)

4.2 Km 20301 2022-07-08

43 , Gajaeul-ro 4-gil, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul
+82-2-391-1988

Korea Etiquette Institue is dedicated to observing, researching, developing and passing down Korea's etiquette. Education programs are also available.

Gana Art Center (가나아트센터)

4.2 Km 17586 2024-03-18

28 Pyeongchang 30-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul

The Gana Art Center located at the foothills of Bukhansan Mountain has been showcasing more than 300 exhibitions since its opening in 1983. Through both national and international exhibitions, the Gana Art Center is a recognized gellery. With numerous fairs and exhibitions, Gana Art Center not only invite internationally known artists, but also promotes other forms of art, such as music, theater, mime, etc. Through their flexibility in promoting all art forms, the visitors will surely be able to find the theme of their interest.

Hwachang Co., Ltd. - Seoul Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (화창토산 서울)

4.2 Km 0 2024-04-18

212, Yeonhui-ro, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul

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Donghwa Kim's Hotel (동화킴스관광호텔)

4.2 Km 11556 2021-01-19

136, Pyeongchangmunhwa-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-379-0520

Donghwa Kim's Hotel, located in Jongno-gu, Pyeongchang-dong, was designed to give the impression of a mountain cabin while combining Korean and modern architectural elements, resulting in a structure of notable artistic taste. The four-story hotel has 51 comfortable guestrooms, a banquet hall, a coffee shop, a Western restaurant, and a Korean restaurant. The hotel offers a wide-open view of the neighboring Bugaksan Mountain.

CHEONGUN S.P Co.,Ltd(주식회사 청운에스피)[한국관광 품질인증/Korea Quality]

4.3 Km 919 2020-12-10

235, Moraenae-ro, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul
+82-2-373-8880

CHEONGUN S.P is a store specializing in red ginsent, located in Namgajwa-dong, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul. Red ginseng is made by steaming unpeeled fresh ginseng, which enriches its saponin content and its immune-boosting, diabetes-preventing benefits. Red ginseng is a popular souvenir from Korea. CHEONGUN S.P uses its propriety technology to produce top-quality red ginseng. It is recognized with MFDS and GMP certifications.

The store offers products such as red ginseng and Taegeuksam, made by drying blanched fresh ginseng, all elegantly packaged for gifts. The store also offers a host of processed ginseng products, like red ginseng capsules, powdered red ginseng, ginseng extract, and candied ginseng.

The store’s floor area amounts to 413㎡, and is capable of hosting up to 400 guests at a time. It is open throughout the year, with staff members proficient in languages like Mandarin, English, Malay, and Cantonese. The store is closest to the Gajwa Station of Gyeongui–Jungang Line. Hongik Univ. Station, Sinchon, and Digital Media City, the filming site of the film , are all one stops away. Other tourist attractions like Haneul Park, World Cup Park, and Seonyudo Park are all located within 10 to 15-minute drive.

Cheongun Literature Library (청운문학도서관)

4.3 Km 0 2023-08-16

40 , Jahamun-ro 36-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul

Cheongun Literature Library is located at the foot of Inwangsan Mountain and can be reached by following the mountain's walking trail starting from Changuimun Gate along the fortress wall. This public hanok library is designed in consideration of the sloped topography and the natural scenery of Inwangsan Mountain. The library consists of two floors: an underground floor and a ground floor. While the ground floor is designed as a traditional hanok, the underground floor is made of concrete to support the hanok building and the spacious outdoor yard. By implementing the natural slope in the library's design, the underground southern entrance is exposed, allowing sunlight to enter. The underground floor features a wide collection of books while the ground floor serves as a place for reading. The natural environment surrounding the library adds to the hanok building's traditional and peaceful charms.

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