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Seoul Mangusan Mountain (망우산(서울))

Seoul Mangusan Mountain (망우산(서울))

7.9Km    2021-02-10

San 69-1, Mangu-dong, Jungnang-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2094-2395

Mangusan Mountain at 281.7 meters above sea level spans across Mangu-dong and Myeonmok-dong of Seoul, and Guri-si of Gyeonggi-do. Located on the mountain is Mangu Cemetery, which was designated as a public cemetery in 1933. Since its designation, many popular people have been buried here including children’s literature author Bang Jeong-hwan (penname: Sopa), independence activists Oh Se-chang and Han Yong-un, and Ji Seok-young who pioneered the use of the smallpox vaccination in Korea and was also a Korean linguist. In addition, tombstones bearing chronological listings of seven popular poets and one educator were installed at the park, making the cemetery a venue for historical education. The park also has Sin Gyeong-jin Sindobi, a cultural asset designated as Seoul Tangible Cultural Property No. 95. It is a monument of Sin Gyeong-jin, an official scholar of the Joseon dynasty.

The park also has a 5.2-kilometer-long circular road named “The Thinking Path”. The name was selected through a public competition held in May 1998. Other facilities include the urban environment and nature observation road, a wooden gazebo, and a mineral spring. Thanks to the well managed trees and clean air, the park is visited by many citizens seeking a place to rest.

JDX - Yeoksam Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (JDX 역삼)

JDX - Yeoksam Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (JDX 역삼)

8.0Km    2024-04-18

1F, 331, Eonju-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

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Baetgodong (뱃고동)

Baetgodong (뱃고동)

8.0Km    2021-03-29

54, Eonju-ro 172-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
+82-2-514-8008

A restaurant in Apgujeong serving delicious squid bulgogi and fried squid. The best menu at this restaurant is squid bulgogi. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Gangnam-gu, Seoul.

CAOLION Cosmetics (카오리온)

CAOLION Cosmetics (카오리온)

8.0Km    2025-01-06

8, Apgujeong-ro 50-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
+82-70-4632-4420

Established in 1995, CAOLION Cosmetics has been making hypoallergenic cosmetics for sensitive skin for 18 years. The company launched natural cosmetics for the first time with a 3-free principle: pigment-free, fragrance-free, and alcohol free. At the present, the company has developed products that are exclude up to 17 adverse ingredients such as preservatives and mineral fibers.

CAOLION was the first Korean brand to enter into LVMH (Louis Vuitton Monët Hennessy) Group's global cosmetics retail chain SEPHORA after being recognized as a quality natural cosmetic product for senstive skin after over two years of quality control. It is loyal customers as well.

Hyanggieok (향기억)

Hyanggieok (향기억)

8.0Km    2024-10-21

23 Seolleung-ro 157-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

Making the unique perfume in the world
It is a workshop where you can create your own personalized perfume. A number of famous celebrities such as MOMOLAND's JOOE and CHUNG HA have visited. In addition to perfume, diffuser and candle one-day classes are also available. You can also purchase a variety of scented products such as fabric perfume and pet deodorant products.

Seongcheon Makguksu (성천막국수)

Seongcheon Makguksu (성천막국수)

8.0Km    2021-03-29

48, Jeonnong-ro, Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2244-5529

It is a 100-year-old store that has been loved by customers for a long time while maintaining its reputation for over 30 years. The best menu at this restaurant is buckwheat noodles. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul.

Écru - Apgujeong Rodeo Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (에크루 압구정로데오)

Écru - Apgujeong Rodeo Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (에크루 압구정로데오)

8.0Km    2024-04-18

31, Dosan-daero 51-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

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CShop Flagship - Apgujeong Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (씨샵플래그쉽 압구정)

CShop Flagship - Apgujeong Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (씨샵플래그쉽 압구정)

8.0Km    2024-04-18

19, Seolleung-ro 153-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

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Yearimdang Art Hall (예림당아트홀)

Yearimdang Art Hall (예림당아트홀)

8.0Km    2021-12-07

337, Eonju-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
+82-2-6413-3689

Yearimdang Art Hall is a children’s theater that opened in March 2011. A joint project of Yearimdang publishing company and PMC Production, the art hall is a mid-sized theater with 439 seats divided into two floors. The first floor consists of VIP sets and S-class seats that allow for more interaction with the actors on stage and access to surprise events during the performances. Seats on the second floor (A-class) offer an affordable, bird’s-eye-view of the stage. The seats are designed to fit children’s body, while providing parents with much needed rest.

Manggyeongam Hermitage (망경암)

Manggyeongam Hermitage (망경암)

8.0Km    2021-04-24

72, Taepyeong-ro 55beon-gil, Sujeong-gu, Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-753-3090

Manggyeongam’s name derives from the hermitage's view of Seoul, and is located in Bokjeong-dong of Seongnam, Gyeonggi-do. Manggyeongam Hermitage is said to be the place where kings of the late Goryeo and early Joseon periods prayed for peace for their subjects. In addition, Prince Pyeongwon, the 7th son of King Sejong, and Grand Prince Jean built an altar at Mangyeongam Hermitage and Chilseongdae Peak and pledged filial piety.

The hermitage is more widely known for its connection to the Chilseong faith, in which believers worship Chilseong (the Seven Stars). It is easily recognized by the written records inscribed into the rock wall. Located at the hermitage is the Rock-carved Seated Buddha, an original work of the hermitage that is also designated Gyeonggi-do’s Tangible Cultural Asset No. 102. The Buddha is embossed inside a deep hole in the rock. In the words inscribed near the statue, there is also a legend that says Lee Gu-seung carved Gwaneum Statue near Rock-carved Seated Buddha and built the hermitage in 1897.

Next to the hermitage is a pond called “Bokumul,” which means “blessed sugared water.” The neighborhood of Bojeong-dong takes its name from this pond. At the hermitage, Daeungjeon Hall (the main hall), Samseonggak Shrine (shrine for three spirits), and Mireukjeon Hall were all established fairly recently. The hermitage site also includes a huge Mireuk Daebul statue (Great State of Maitreya Buddha) and a five-story stone pagoda.