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Sungnyemun Gate (숭례문)

Sungnyemun Gate (숭례문)

19.0Km    2024-11-27

40 Sejong-daero, Jung-gu, Seoul

Sungnyemun Gate is Korea’s National Treasure No. 1, and its unofficial name is Namdaemun Gate. Sungnyemun Gate is the largest castle gate stone structure with an arched entrance in the middle. There’s a column on top of a platform, raising the roof, distinguishing the upper stories and lower stories of the building. Passageways for traffic are located at the east and west ends of the gate. Different from the other gates, Sungnyemun Gate’s tablet has its name written vertically.

On February 10, 2008, Sungnyemun was destroyed by fire. After a 5-year reconstruction work, the gate was re-opened to the public again on May 4, 2013.

Allsso (올쏘)

Allsso (올쏘)

19.0Km    2021-08-26

30, Jong-ro, 14-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-722-9222

A barbecue specialty restaurant located in Cheonggyecheon Stream, Seoul. A Korean BBQ restaurant. The most famous menu is grilled beef.

Sulla-gil Yeah Café & Bibi (순라길 예 & 비비)

Sulla-gil Yeah Café & Bibi (순라길 예 & 비비)

19.0Km    2025-01-23

55 Seosulla-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
02-3672-1599

Situated in Sulla-gil, the Sulla-gil Yeah Café & Bibi is a roaster café where each bean is handpicked. It also offers a range of wine selections. The café is a perfect place to relax after exploring downtown Seoul. The cozy atmosphere of the café with the added charm of the stone wall visible from café, makes visitors feel at ease and relaxed. The evenings here turn into a music and movie session, adding a lively atmosphere to the space.

Neungnabapsang (능라밥상)

Neungnabapsang (능라밥상)

19.0Km    2021-03-22

42, Donhwamun-ro, 5-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-733-9905

A place where you can taste North Korean traditional dishes run by a chef who was a North Korean defector. This restaurant's signature menu is boiled meat platter. This North Korean cuisine restaurant is located in Jongno-gu, Seoul.

Jeonju Hoegwan (전주회관)

Jeonju Hoegwan (전주회관)

19.0Km    2019-08-31

32-1, Sejong-daero 14-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
82-2-778-6689

Well-known among both Koreans and foreigners, this restaurant has been specializing in traditional Korean dishes for more than 50 years. Its gopdol bibimbap is patented and also the most popular dish in the restaurant.

Lotte Himart - Guri Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (롯데하이마트 구리점)

Lotte Himart - Guri Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (롯데하이마트 구리점)

19.0Km    2024-04-19

33, Donggureung-ro 148beon-gil, Guri-si, Gyeonggi-do

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Mimosa [Tax Refund Shop] (미모사)

19.0Km    2024-06-27

33, Namdaemun-ro 7-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul

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Jeongwon Sutbulgalbi (정원숯불갈비)

Jeongwon Sutbulgalbi (정원숯불갈비)

19.0Km    2021-03-22

8, Donhwamun-ro, 9-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-765-1305

A place where you can experience the Korean BBQ culture. This restaurant's signature menu is marinated grilled beef ribs. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Jongno-gu, Seoul.

Nam June Paik Art Center (백남준아트센터)

Nam June Paik Art Center (백남준아트센터)

19.0Km    2021-06-24

10, Paiknamjune-ro, Giheung-gu, Yongin-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-201-8571

Nam June Paik Art Center opened in October 2008 after the proposal of building an art center began in 2001. The art center, known as the “House where Nam June Paik lives on,” was designed with the artist's works and research in mind. With exhibitions, education, and research, the center aims to continue researching the works of Nam Jun Paik as well as discuss art issues to add to future exhibitions. Various events, exhibitions and educational programs are hosted throughout the year.