Tomb of General Gwon Yul (권율장군묘)

17.0Km 2024-02-07

223 Gwonyul-ro, Jangheung-myeon, Yangju-si, Gyeonggi-do

General Gwon Yul (1537-1599) is a historic figure from the Joseon dynasty. He is celebrated for repelling the invading Japanese forces at Haengjusanseong Fortress and other locations near Seoul during the Japanese Invasion of Korea (1592-1598). In front of the tomb stands a tombstone, flanked by pairs of stone statues. These pairs consist of Sangseok, Hyangnoseok, Dongjaseok, Muninseok, and Mangjuseok, with one statue from each pair positioned on the left and the other on the right, respectively. The site also includes the tombs of his father and older brother. His descendants continue to visit and commemorate him to this day.

Himart - Soha Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (하이마트 소하점)

17.1Km 2024-04-18

506, Ori-ro, Gwangmyeong-si, Gyeonggi-do

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Cheonggyesan Mountain (청계산)

17.1Km 2024-03-20

Makgye-dong, Gwacheon-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-2-2155-6870

Standing at 618 meters above sea level, Cheonggyesan Mountain boarders the area of Yangjae-dong, Seoul and Gwacheon-si, Seongnam-si, and Uiwang-si, Gyeonggi-do. From the top, visitors can enjoy panoramic views of Seoul's city center and Gyeonggi-do. The mountain is well-maintained with various hiking trails, making it easy to climb even for beginners. In the fall, the mountain is known for its stunning fall foliage, attracting numerous visitors.

Olive Young - Gwacheon Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 과천점)

17.1Km 2024-06-26

25, Byeoryangsangga 1-ro, Gwacheon-si, Gyeonggi-do

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Olive Young - Hoeryong Station Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 회룡역)

17.1Km 2024-04-17

1F, 99, Oemi-ro, Uijeongbu-si, Gyeonggi-do

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E-Mart - Garden5 Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (이마트 가든파이브)

17.2Km 2024-04-22

10, Chungmin-ro, Songpa-gu, Seoul

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National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art, Gwacheon [MMCA Gwacheon] (국립현대미술관 (과천관))

17.2Km 2021-05-21

313, Gwangmyeong-ro, Gwacheon-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-2-2188-6000

Located in beautiful Gwacheon, the National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art, Gwacheon displays works by Korean and international modern artists, as well as works by contemporary artists currently making waves in the art world. As well as its permanent collection, the museum generally presents several special exhibitions. The museum also provides various programs and events for visitors to enjoy.

Lotte Mart - Jangam Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (롯데마트 장암점)

17.2Km 2024-04-22

224, Janggok-ro, Uijeongbu-si, Gyeonggi-do

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E-Mart - Gwacheon Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (이마트 과천)

17.3Km 2024-04-22

11, Byeoryangsangga 3-ro, Gwacheon-si, Gyeonggi-do

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Pureun Arboretum & Hang-dong Railroad (푸른수목원&항동철길)

17.3Km 2025-01-17

240 Yeondong-ro, Guro-gu, Seoul

Pureun Arboretum is a botanical garden boasting well-established ecological parks and scenic walking trails. It encompasses diverse themed gardens, including the Wildflower Garden, Hydrangea Garden, Conifer Garden, Broadleaf Tree Garden, Bulbous Plant Garden, Wetland Garden, and Rose Garden, complemented by an Visitor Center. The Forest Learning School, functioning as a greenhouse, showcases plants from various corners of the globe and hosts educational programs. Visitors can avail themselves of facilities like the book café, a café, and a library. Additionally, the arboretum is intersected by the abandoned railroad tracks of Hang-dong.

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