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Gwanaksan Mountain Nakseongdae Park
Seoul(Gwanak-gu)

Nakseongdae Park was built as a tribute to General Kang Gam-chan (948-1031) of the Goryeo Dynasty. In 1973, the city of Seoul reorganized the birthplace of General Kang, resulting in changes to the park. Located inside the park are Anguksa Shrine, the general’s birthplace, and a three-story stone pagoda, which was made during the Goryeo Dynasty. The 4.48 meter-high pagoda is made of granite, and is called “Kang Gam-chan Tap (pagoda)” or “Kang Gam-chan Nakseongdae Tap”.*AnguksaAnguksa is a shrine built in 1974 emulating the wooden architecture style of the Goryeo era. The shrine has high ceilings and houses the portrait of General Kang Gam-chan. The shrine is located on the road leading to the back gate of Seoul National University and has become a popular place in the area.*Nakseongdae YujiNakseongdae Yuji is the birthplace of General Kang Gam-chan and the original location of the three-story pagoda. During the maintenance of Nakseongdae area in 1973, the pagoda was moved into the vicinity of Anguksa Shrine, and a two-meter tall monument was erected in its original location to mark the historical significance of the site.

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The Opening and Closing of the Royal Palace Gates and Royal Guard Changing Ceremonies
Seoul(Jongno-gu) , Seoul City Hall・Gwanghwamun

In ancient times, the royal guards of Joseon Dynasty performed the given task by guarding the Gwanghwamun Gate, the entrance of Gyeongbokgung Palace where the king ruled the country. Since 1469, the ceremony has taken place and its record has been consulted for the present reenactment ceremony. The reenactment of the original ceremony began from 1996. The gate guardsmen serve their sentry, perform the changing of the guards, and hold a parade. The guards' uniforms, weapons, and accessories as well as their strict ceremonial procedures catch the eyes of passersby, especially foreign tourists, when guardsmen perform the changing of guards in traditional costumes at the main gate of Gyeongbokgung Palace in downtown Seoul. Since it is hard to experience traditional events in such a big city like Seoul, citizens and tourist really enjoy and love it. It takes place every day except Tuesday. Major Highlights: The Royal Guard-Changing Ceremony is a great opportunity to experience a rare traditional scene in Korea. Be sure to bring a camera to take lots of pictures. The guards’ splendid costumes, with their brilliant primary colors, are a real pleasure to see. If you have some spare time to kill, make sure to visit the palace and enjoy the beauty of Korean palaces following the ceremony.

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Guam Park
Seoul(Gangseo-gu) , The Western Part of the Seoul

Guam Park is located in the area around Heogabawi Rock, a natural rock cave beneath Tapsan Mountain. It is said that Heo Seon-mun, the forefather of the Yangcheon Heo clan, was born here. The park was built to commemorate Heo Jun who is widely known as a saintly physician. Guam is his penname. It is said that after retirement, Heo Jun came to Heogabawi Rock to compile the famous medical book Dongui Bogam.A part of the Hangang River here was turned into a lake due to the construction of the Olympic Expressway and high-rise apartments surrounding the park. There is a statue of Heo Jun treating a patient and in the lake, there is a purple-colored rock with holes called Gwangju Rock. Before the construction of the Yanghwadaegyo Bridge, this area used to be where visitors would take a ferry (Gongam Ferry) to cross the other side.Heogabawi Rock, which is wide enough to accommodate about 20 men, is said to be where people took refuge there during wars, including the Imjin Waeran War, Byeongja Horan War, and the Korean War. Gwangju Rock and Heogabawi Rock is the site of Jechapaeui (the rock where rituals were offered to the God of the Earth and the God of Crops during the Hanseong Baekje period). This was also the first historical name given to this area.

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Plant (플랜트)
Seoul(Yongsan-gu) , Itaewon・Yongsan

Plant serves vegetarian cuisine, presenting two different menus every week and freshly baked goods, including gluten-free cakes and muffins, on a daily basis. The cafe provides a cozy atmosphere where visitors can enjoy their meals comfortably. It's frequented by foreigners and vegans; non-vegetarians also visit the place for Plant's signature desserts.

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Mayfield Hotel
Seoul(Gangseo-gu) , The Western Part of the Seoul

Mayfield Hotel is an European style luxury boutique hotel located in between Incheon International Airport and downtown Seoul. It takes only 5 minutes from Gimpo Airport. Since the hotel is poised in the wood, it looks like a castle in Europe and the bell tower and garden add to the European atmosphere. Guests also can enjoy the fresh air from the pine tree grove.The hotel has 8 building structures in a large 105785.60㎡ field. The main building with 6 floors and a basement floor is housing guestrooms, a lounge, a western restaurant, a traditional Korean restaurant, and an outdoor lounge. Another building is with large halls for international conferences and various events, while the other one is for wedding and wedding reception. It also has traditional wedding facilities.The hotel offers a wide variety of rooms from one of its 202 cozy rooms including Ondol rooms and suite rooms. Subsidiary facilities include a fitness club, which is equipped with Korea's best facilities.

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Cornerstone at Park Hyatt Seoul
Seoul(Gangnam-gu) , Gangnam・Samseongdong(COEX)

Park Hyatt Seoul’s main restaurant, Cornerstone, serves fresh seafood and quality meat cooked in its signature oak, wood-burning oven. The delectable seasonal dishes and desserts prepared by an Italian chef are sure to please one’s palate with the flavors of Italy. In addition to its excellent cuisine, Cornerstone offers stunning views of the city and an abundance of natural lighting thanks to its floor-to-ceiling windows. Private dining rooms for exclusive family or business gatherings are also available.

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Dongdaemun Jeongyuk Sikdang
Seoul(Jongno-gu)

A restaurant that charges a fee for table setting.The most famous menu is Grilled Pork Belly.A barbecue specialty restaurant located in Dongdaemun Gate , Seoul.

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Donghwa Kim's Hotel
Seoul(Jongno-gu) , Insadong・Jongnon

Donghwa Kim's Hotel, located in Jongno-gu Pyeongchang-dong, was designed to give the impression of a mountain cabin while combining Korean and modern architectural elements, resulting in a structure of notable artistic taste. The 4-story hotel has 51 comfortable guestrooms, a banquet hall, a coffee shop, a Western restaurant, and a Korean restaurant and affords an open view of neighboring Bugak Mountain.

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Samseongsan Holy Ground
Seoul(Gangnam-gu) , Gangnam・Samseongdong(COEX)

During the Gihae Persecution of 1839, three French Catholic priests were sentenced to death for spreading Catholicism in Korea. Saint Laurent Joseph Marius Imbert (Bishop), Saint Pierre Philibert Maubant (Priest), and Saint Jacques Honore Chastan (Priest) were beheaded on September 21, 1839 at Saenamteo (currently Saenamteo Catholic Holy Place of the Martyrs) and their bodies were buried at Samseongsan Mountain and later transferred to the grotto of Myeondong Cathedral.

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Wang Thai
Seoul(Yongsan-gu) , Itaewon・Yongsan

Wang Thai is located in the heart of Itaewon, a neighborhood frequented by many foreign residents and visitors to Korea. Wang Thai serves authentic Thai food sure to stimulate people’s eyes, noses, and appetites. The restaurant offers authentic Thai food cooked with high quality ingredients by Thai chefs, great service, and an exotic atmosphere.

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