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.


Seoul(Jung-gu)

Just Stay Hotel, located in Dongdaemun, Seoul is a reasonably priced business hotel offering easy accessibility. The hotel is three minutes’ walk from Dongdaemun History & Culture Park Subway Station (Exit 11), and one minute by limousine bus from Euljiro Co-op Residence Bus Stop. Guests can enjoy visiting various attractions, shopping at numerous shopping malls, and sampling some of the tasty foods on offer at Dongdaemun’s night market, as well as visit Myeong-dong on foot.


Seoul(Seodaemun-gu) , Seoul City Hall・Gwanghwamun

Dongnimmun stands at a spot originally known as Yeongeun, where envoys were once treated. When a Chinese envoy visited, the King would go out through this door to greet him. It's in 1897, to announce that our independence to Japan, Russia which had influence and threatened China, Korea for a long time.The expense for the construction was collected as a fund by Korean citizens. The traces of the past still remain on Dongnimmun. The two pillars in front of Dongnimmun are the remains of Yeongeunmun.The Arc de Triomphe in France can be recalled in comparison to Dongnimmun. Dongnimmun was built up with a granite wall, and there is a passageway with a x_height of 14.28 meters. On the top it is written ‘Dongnimmun’ in Korean with the national flag drawn on each side. On the inner-left side there are stone stairs leading to the attic. The national flower Mugunghwa are planted around Dongnimmun. Now it is surrounded by roads and it is eye-catching to view when passing by.


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.


Seoul(Dobong-gu) , Samcheongdong・The Northern Part of the Seoul

Between Dobongsan and Suraksan mountains (northern Seoul), a special botanical garden has opened its doors to the public: Seoul Iris Garden (aka Seoul Botanical Garden). The garden (measuring 52,417㎡) boasts a wide array of irises, one of the world’s top flowers, and consists of 12 different themed zones including ‘Iris Garden,’ ‘Medicinal Plant Garden,’ and ‘Wetland Park.’At the Iris Garden, 130 species of irises (300,000 individual plants) are on display on a plot of land measuring 15,000㎡. Species include yellow iris, iris setosa, iris pallasii, and iris domestica, each boasting its own brilliant colors and delicate shape.The Medicinal Plant Garden is home to 70 different species (130,000 plants) of medicinal plants, allowing visitors to view the largest selection of medicinal herbs in the country.Wetland Park presents 70,000 wetland plants and houses an observatory deck from which visitors may view and learn about the diverse aquatic plants.Cheoni Observatory within the garden provides visitors with a place take in the beautiful scenery. The nearby forest lounge is a rest area for visitors as well as a center of operations for the park’s ecological education programs.Irises are in bloom from May to June of every year, but are even a sight to behold during the rest of the warmer months, given the delicate shape of their leaves.


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.


Seoul(Yongsan-gu) , Itaewon・Yongsan

Named after the Taj Mahal, Taj Palace serves authentic Indian dishes prepared by an Indian chef. The restaurant owner hired the Indian chef in hopes of introducing real Indian food to Korean people. Some of the most popular dishes in the restaurant include tandoori (barbecue) dishes, Indian fried rice called "briyani," toasted bread, Indian beverages, and the “set meal."


Seoul(Mapo-gu)

Originally a normal neighborhood just like any other, Yeonnam-dong recently saw an increase in the number of young artists and designers who call this place home. One by one, the streets began to fill up with unique shops, drawing in more and more visitors with each passing day.


Seoul(Jung-gu)

(Korea Quality Premier Class) The name ‘57 Myeongdong Hostel’ comes from its location ‘13F, Taepyeongyang Building, 57, Myeongdong 2-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul’. The hotel, which is 5 minute-walk from the airport limousine stop, and 3 minute-walk from Myeongdong Station, offers easy access to adjacent tourist destinations including the famous shopping neighborhood of Myeong-dong. The three-story hostel (from 11F to 13F) is composed of 42 guestrooms with 9 types - Single, Twin (Standard, Deluxe, and Economy), Double (Standard, Deluxe, and Economy), Triple, and Family. In particular, Single rooms (equipped with a bathroom) are popular among single travelers and businessmen. It also serves breakfast with diverse types of dishes free of charge, as well as coffee and tea in the communal rest space. Guests can also use the computer and printer in the business center. In addition, a mini washing machine is installed next to the walls, which can be used free of charge. The reception desk provides various information and reservation services for tourist attractions and cultural events. 57 Myeongdong Hostel charms a variety of guests from not only Asian countries but also European countries, the United States, and more.


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

Located near Gimpo International Airport, Hotel Nostalgia offers various cultural events and specialized programs. Each of the 71 rooms is equipped with free satellite TV channels and broadband wireless Internet access. It also has a banquet hall, a business club, Western and Korean restaurants, a sky lounge, a live music bar and a coffee shop. Nearest subway stations include Gayang Station (Subway Line 9) and Hwagok Station (Subway Line 5).