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Seoul Doseonsa Temple (도선사(서울))

8.2Km    2025-06-25

504 Samyang-ro 173-gil, Gangbuk-gu, Seoul

Doseonsa Temple was established 1,100 years ago during the latter part of the Silla Kingdom when the renowned Buddhist priest Doseonguksa was traveling through the mountains. After visiting the site, Doseonguksa made a prophecy that led to the construction of the temple. According to legend, he used only his walking stick to carve the large Bodhisattva that sits at the temple. Interestingly enough, the statue does not show any evidence of chisel marks, further adding to the mystery of how the statue was made.

During the 7th year of King Gwangmu of the Joseon dynasty, Doseonsa Temple was officially named the representative temple of Korea with the purpose of promoting Cheongdamdaejongsa's Korean Buddhism movement, aiming at a religious revival. Due to these special circumstances Deseonsa Temple gained a high reputation and much recognition, which have held strong to this day.

Inside the temple, visitors can view the remains and written works of Cheongdamdaejongsa in the Cheongdamdaejongsa Memorial Hall. Next to the road leading to Cheonbuljeon Hall is a pond where you can toss a coin and make a wish and just past Yongammun Gate is a hiking path connecting Baegundae Cliff and Insubong Peak. Inside the Ksitigarbha Hall are portraits of President Park Chung-hee, Yuk Yeong-su, and Hyundai Chairman Chung Ju-yung. In front of the hall is a tree that is said to have been planted by a Buddhist priest who brought it from India 200 years ago. Historical artifacts can be found throughout the temple.

Haha & Kim Jongkook's 401 Restaurant (하하&김종국의 401정육식당)

Haha & Kim Jongkook's 401 Restaurant (하하&김종국의 401정육식당)

8.2Km    2024-10-21

23 Jandari-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul

'Running Man' members Haha & Kim Jongkook
It is a meat restaurant run by Haha and Kim Jongkook, members of the entertainment program 'Running Man'. With the concept of a Grilled Pork Belly restaurant, you can taste Grilled Pork Small Intestines, Grilled Pork Tripe, and Grilled Pork Rinds. It is characterized by the fact that the staff grills the meat for customers, and the combination of well-grilled Pork belly, Salted Anchovy Sauce, Green Onion Salad, and White radish cabbage is popular.

Grace Onyoung Plastic Surgery [Tax Refund Shop] (그레이스 성형외과)

Grace Onyoung Plastic Surgery [Tax Refund Shop] (그레이스 성형외과)

8.2Km    2024-04-23

4F, and 5F, 623, Gangnam-daero, Seocho-gu, Seoul

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Uniqlo - Sinsa Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (유니클로 신사)

Uniqlo - Sinsa Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (유니클로 신사)

8.2Km    2024-04-18

B1-2F (Inwoo Bldg., Sinsa-dong), 145, Dosan-daero, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

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Seogyeong Dorak Nonhyeon(서경도락 논현)

Seogyeong Dorak Nonhyeon(서경도락 논현)

8.2Km    2020-12-24

208 Dosan-daero Gangnam-gu Seoul
+82-2-512-1092

You can enjoy it with Pyongyang-style naengmyeon (Korean cold noodles). This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Gangnam-gu, Seoul. The most famous menu is charcoal-grilled beef.

Cshop Hongdae Flagship [Tax Refund Shop] (씨샵 홍대 플래그쉽)

Cshop Hongdae Flagship [Tax Refund Shop] (씨샵 홍대 플래그쉽)

8.2Km    2024-06-26

50, Eoulmadang-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul

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Samonim Dongaseu (사모님 돈가스)

Samonim Dongaseu (사모님 돈가스)

8.2Km    2017-01-10

39-13, Wausanro-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul

Samonim Dongaseu is a popular dongaseu (pork cutlet) restaurant despite its location hidden in the alleys. The fresh salad and butter-roast potato are served with the thick and crispy meat. The amount served is plentiful enough to satisfy even the hunger of any grown man.

SNU Eye Clinic (에스앤유안과의원)

8.2Km    2025-07-29

(3rd,12th Floors, ICT Tower), 624 Gangnam-daero, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

SNU EYECLINIC provides personalized medical care, tried and true surgical expertise, and customer satisfaction.
We specialize in vision correction, presbyopia and cataract surgery, and our doctors personally diagnose and treat patients to manage the entire process of examination, surgery, and aftercare accurately.
Considering various factors such as the patient's eye condition and lifestyle, we provide treatment consulting catering to individual needs. Director Chung Ui-sang is the first doctor to introduce SMILE LASIK in Korea. He has led various surgeries and is a worldwide SMILE LASIK key doctor. With more than 20 years of clinical experience, he has been performing Implantable Collamer Lens (ICL) surgery since its introduction in Korea in 2002. He has also led clinical research projects and introduced ICL surgery for astigmatism correction in Korea.
SNU EYECLINIC offers years of experience and know-how to help you get your vision corrected in a way that is just right for you.

Cheongdam Fashion Street (청담패션거리)

Cheongdam Fashion Street (청담패션거리)

8.2Km    2022-09-06

Cheongdam-dong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul-si
+82-2-3445-0111

The street from the Cheongdam Station intersection to Galleria Department Store is lined with luxury brand stores and dubbed as “Cheongdam Fashion Street." Often frequented by celebrities, the area became a popular tourist destination for hallyu fans. Inside the alleys are famous restaurants, and with art galleries and boutiques popping up within the area, the street has gained a reputation as a cultural shopping street.

Tutorial (튜토리얼)

Tutorial (튜토리얼)

8.2Km    2024-10-18

39-15, Wausan-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul

Singer Zion.T 
The tutorial run by singer Zion.T and his father gives a comfortable first impression with white interior and spacious seats. The signature menu, 'Crumpled Paper Cake', is topped with non-smooth white icing and, as the name suggests, looks like crumpled paper. Chocolate sauce is provided here, so customers can write their own pictures or letters. Even if you're not good at it, you can make your own cake, so it's really fun. His dog ‘Haemeogi’ resting in the store as if indifferent is another specialty.