Gwanaksan Mountain (관악산)

12.2Km 2023-01-02

Gwanak-ro, Gwanak-gu, Seoul
+82-2-879-6521

Reaching 632.2 meters in x_height, Gwanaksan Mountain is the symbol and pride of Gwanak-gu district in Seoul. Most of the cultural heritage of the district originates from Gwanaksan Mountain. Since it was designated as a city natural park in 1968, it has continued to serve as a favorite place for relaxation and excursion for Seoul citizens. The various rocky peaks and the deep valleys give the mountain a rugged feel. The mountain's size and close proximity to Seoul make it easy for Seoul residents to make a day trip.

In the spring, cherry blossoms are in full bloom near the entrance to the mountain, and a Rhododendron Festival is held when the rhododendrons are in full bloom. At the mountain's summit are Wongaksa Temple and Yeonjuam Hermitage, which were built by Taejo Yi Seong-gye (the founder of the Joseon dynasty) to ward off misfortune when he decided to move the capital to Seoul. There are also other temples and hermitages, and a ground radar observation post. Yeonjudae Hermitage, located atop a cliff, is where all the hiking trails of Gwanaksan Mountain meet.

Korea Culture House (KOUS) (한국문화의집)

12.3Km 2022-12-28

12-9, Teheran-ro 92-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
+82-2-3011-1788

Operated by Korea Cultural Heritage Foundation, the Korea Culture House (KOUS), similar to the Korea House in Gangbuk area, opened in Daechi-dong, Gangnam. Tourists visiting Korea and international students residing in Korea can experience and learn Korea's traditional culture at this educational space.

Lotte Mall - Gimpo Airport Branch (롯데몰 김포공항점)

12.3Km 2021-02-09

77, Haneul-gil, Gangseo-gu, Seoul
+82-2-6116-4000

The Gimpo Airport branch of Lotte Mall is Korea’s first and largest lifestyle shopping complex with shops, accommodation, entertainment facilities, and a theme park all in one place. It has 5 basement floors and 9 above-ground stories built on a large 195,000 ㎡ field. The complex is surrounded Sky Park, a natural ecological park. On top of the complex is an observatory from which people can see airplanes landing or taking off at the Gimpo Airport. The mall is easily accessed by public transportation, being connected to Seoul Subway Lines 5 and 9, and the Airport Railroad (AREX).