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Seoul Museum of Art (SeMA) (서울시립 북서울미술관)

Seoul Museum of Art (SeMA) (서울시립 북서울미술관)

11.4Km    2024-03-18

1238, Dongil-ro, Nowon-gu, Seoul

The Seoul Museum of Art (SeMA) coexists with its local community. Located in Nowon-gu, an area name that is derived from the “Reed Hill” nearby, the museum is an open structure with its entrance connected to a park. In addition to outdoor sculpture exhibitions, it offers maze-like galleries, an art library, a cafe, and a multipurpose hall. These spaces host a variety of programs for families, which make up the majority of visitors to this museum.

Olive Young - Yangcheon Hyanggyo Station Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 양천향교역)

Olive Young - Yangcheon Hyanggyo Station Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 양천향교역)

11.4Km    2024-04-18

344, Yangcheon-ro, Gangseo-gu, Seoul

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CheongKwanJang - Cosmo Tower Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (정관장 코스모)

CheongKwanJang - Cosmo Tower Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (정관장 코스모)

11.4Km    2024-04-18

B1F, 416, Yeongdong-daero, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

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Spa 1899 Donginbi (SPA 1899 동인비)

Spa 1899 Donginbi (SPA 1899 동인비)

11.4Km    2025-09-02

416 Yeongdong-daero, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

In traditional Korean medicine, summer is the season when one's energy is severely depleted as people tend to sweat a lot even with little movement. As you are more likely to feel fatigued and lose vitality, replenishing one's energy is crucial. According to Donguibogam, a traditional Korean medical encyclopedia, red ginseng is recommended for vitality. The book says red ginseng slows the aging process and boosts one's energy, helping you live longer. It's effective in restoring vitality and alleviating fatigue. Red ginseng is made by steaming ginseng for approx. 3 hours without peeling it and then letting it dry slowly. This steaming and drying process reduces ginseng's sugar level while creating an active compound, which enhances its efficacy. Saponin, which is abundant in red ginseng, is known for boosting one's immunity and restoring vitality. Notably, ginsenoside helps with digestion, metabolism, and the absorption of nutrients, thereby restoring one's energy. SPA 1899 Donginbi, run by the premium red ginseng brand Jung Kwan Jang, is a specialized spa facility that uses beneficial red ginseng. 

Gangnam Severance Hospital (연세대학교 의과대학 강남세브란스병원)

11.4Km    2025-07-29

211 Eonju-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

Gangnam Severance Hospital, a part of Yonsei University Health System (YUHS), was founded in 1983 in Gangnam, Seoul. Since then, we have been leading the region’s healthcare development with a world-class medical system. We operate four specialized hospitals, including Cancer, Spine, Heart/Brain/Vascular, and Dental Hospitals, with 47 medical departments. These special hospitals have earned patients’ trust by providing high standards of care and treatment in their respective fields. 
In addition, Gangnam Severance Hospital is a tertiary hospital with a screening center and a fast-track program for international patients: the program integrates health check-ups, outpatient consultation, inpatient treatment, and surgery into a single program to provide fast and accurate medical services. The program helps them receive accelerated care by facilitating the whole process. Gangnam Severance Hospital provides patient-centered medical care, constantly improving its healthcare quality through research and innovation. These efforts have cemented our standing as a trusted healthcare organization for many patients at home and abroad.    

Yangcheonhyanggyo Local Confucian School (양천향교)

Yangcheonhyanggyo Local Confucian School (양천향교)

11.4Km    2021-01-06

53, Yangcheon-ro 47na-gil, Gangseo-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2659-0076

Yangcheonhyanggyo Local Confucian School is the only educational institution of the Joseon dynasty remaining in Seoul, and as such was designated Seoul Monument No. 8. Built in the 12th year of Joseon King Taejong (1411), the old school was entirely restored in 1981. There are eight buildings in the premises, including Daeseongjeon Hall, Myeongnyundang Lecture Hall, and Jeonsacheong Hall to name a few. A national ritual service for Confucius is held here twice a year: once in spring and once in fall. Also, various programs are offered to teach Chinese characters, calligraphy, or Oriental painting to regular citizens, as well as elementary, junior, and high school students.

Seoul Sports Complex (Jamsil Sports Complex) (서울종합운동장(잠실종합운동장))

Seoul Sports Complex (Jamsil Sports Complex) (서울종합운동장(잠실종합운동장))

11.4Km    2024-12-02

25 Olympic-ro, Songpa-gu, Seoul

Seoul Sports Complex, located in Songpa, Seoul, hosted the 1986 Asian Games and the 1988 Summer Olympics. It consists of a main stadium, a baseball stadium, an indoor stadium, a students' gymnasium, an indoor swimming pool, and auxiliary stadiums. It serves as the venue for professional baseball and basketball games in Korea, as well as frequent K-pop concerts. Conveniently linked to subway lines 2 and 9, it offers easy access for visitors.

Gwanak Kang Gam-chan Festival (관악강감찬축제)

Gwanak Kang Gam-chan Festival (관악강감찬축제)

11.4Km    2025-07-11

77 Nakseongdae-ro, Gwanak-gu, Seoul
+82-2-828-5765

The Gwanak Gang Gam-chan Festival is a historical and cultural event held to honor the patriotic spirit of General Gang Gam-chan, a famous general from the Goryeo Dynasty. The festival is known for its impressive night events, fitting for the location named after a falling star, and features a variety of parades and performances. 

◎ Gang Gam-chan and Nakseongdae 
General Gang Gam-chan of Goryeo is said to have been born at the place where the fourth star of the Big Dipper fell. This place is called Nakseongdae, which means “the place where the star fell.” 

Nike - Lotte Gangnam Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (나이키 롯데강남)

Nike - Lotte Gangnam Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (나이키 롯데강남)

11.5Km    2024-04-22

7F, 401, Dogok-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

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Galaxy - Lotte Gangnam Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (갤럭시 롯데 강남점)

Galaxy - Lotte Gangnam Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (갤럭시 롯데 강남점)

11.5Km    2024-04-23

7F, 401, Dogok-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

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