Seoul Hwagyesa Temple (화계사(서울))

4.8Km 2021-11-02

117, Hwagyesa-gil, Gangbuk-gu, Seoul
+82-2-902-2663

Hwagyesa Temple was built in 1522 (the seventeenth year of the reign of King Jungjong of the Joseon dynasty) by monk Shinwol, but was destroyed in a fire in 1618. It was rebuilt the following year, and expanded In 1866 through the efforts of Monks Yongseon and Beomun.
The temple also has various templestay programs for visitors. Hwagyesa Temple is located not too far from the city but also provides a natural environment.

NOVA ITALIANO (노바이탈리아노)

4.8Km 2021-03-26

20, Kyungheedae-ro, Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul
+82-2-966-1652

It's near the university, so it's a place frequented by many young people. The best menu at this restaurant is pasta. This Western dishes restaurant is located in Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul.

Yeogiga Jokenne (여기가좋겠네)

4.9Km 2021-03-29

18, Hoegi-ro 19-gil, Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul
+82-2-968-9112

A store featured in Korean gourmet programs. The best menu at this restaurant is Spicy Braised Chicken. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul.

NEW DELHI (뉴델리)

4.9Km 2021-03-27

5, Kyungheedae-ro 6-gil, Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul
+82-2-957-7955

It is a restaurant loved for its unchanging taste and service since 2001. ThisIndian (cuisine) restaurant is located in Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul. The most famous menu is tandoori chicken.

Four Points by Sheraton Josun Seoul Station (포포인츠 바이 쉐라톤 조선 서울역)

4.9Km 2022-06-09

366 , Hangang-daero, Yongsan-gu, Seoul
+82-2-6070-7000

Four Points by Sheraton Josun Seoul Station is a modern and casual hotel for travelers. This business hotel has various types of rooms, a restaurant, fitness center, meeting room, coin laundry, business corner, and more. It is connected to Seoul Station Exit 12 and located near the Airport Railway, KTX, and Seoul Subway Lines 1 and 4.

Olive Young - Twin City Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 트윈시티)

4.9Km 2024-04-18

Store #B109, #B110, GF Twin City Bldg., 366, Hangang-daero, Yongsan-gu, Seoul

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Olive Young - Univ. of Seoul Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 서울시립대)

4.9Km 2024-04-18

Store #104, #105, City Plaza, 222, Jeonnong-ro, Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul

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Bongwonsa Temple (봉원사)

5.0Km 2023-03-13

120, Bongwonsa-gil, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul
+82-2-392-3007

Located on the outskirts of Ansan Mountain in Bongwon-dong, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul, Bongwonsa Temple, as the center of Korean Buddhism Taego, is a thousand-year-old temple with a long history and tradition. In 889 (3rd year of Shilla Queen Jinseong’s reign), Monk Doseon founded it at the ground of Yeonhui Palace (now Yonsei Univ.) and named it Banyasa temple. It was destroyed during the Imjin War in 1592, and later in 1748 (the 24th year of Joseon King Yeongjo’s reign), it was rebuilt and renamed “Bongwonsa” by two Buddhist monks, Chanjeup and Jeungam.

“Yeongsanjae,” one of the Buddhist rituals and also a National Intangible Cultural Property, takes place at Bongwonsa on June 6 every year wishing for world peace and the reunification of North and South Korea. It was designated as one of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO in 2009. During Yeongsanjae, visitors can enjoy the Buddhist arts such as Beompae (Buddhist temple music for rituals) and dancing. Also, during summertime, Seoul Lotus Flower Culture Festival takes place, where visitors can enjoy the beautiful lotus flowers which are a symbol of Buddhism.

Anssine Jjukkumi (안씨네쭈꾸미)

5.0Km 2021-03-29

17-26, Imun-ro, Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul
+82-2-969-7668

Tree ear good for strengthening immunity is served. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul. The representative menu is stir-fried webfoot octopus and pork belly.

Anjjang (안짱)

5.0Km 2024-03-15

32 Tongil-ro 39-gil, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul

This Japanese-style bar and restaurant is run by a chef who studied abroad in Japan and serves delicious snacks that go well with alcoholic drinks. Spicy stir-fried soba, Japanese-style fried noodles with beef loin and vegetables, and grilled chicken, skewered chicken thighs grilled over a charcoal fire, are amazing. Be sure to check out today's menu, which changes every day. Some people try to order ramen because the restaurant was featured as a ramen restaurant in a K-drama, but ramen is not actually available. Besides highballs and sake, diners can also order a sour, which allows you to enjoy the freshness of lemon, citrus, and passion fruit. There is a cozy atmosphere created by unique props like cute dolls and mirror balls, making it a great place for a conversation.

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