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Top 10 places to visit in Yongsan, Seoul
hello? In this post, we will introduce the top 10 tourist attractions that you will regret not missing in Yongsan, Seoul, where nature and culture are in harmony.
This ranking was selected based on the popularity rankings of the Korea Tourism Organization and carefully selected attractions full of colorful scenery and interesting experiences.
Whether you're looking to have fun with family, couples looking to make precious memories, or travelers looking for a new adventure, there are perfect destinations waiting for you. Hope you have a nice trip!
Itaewon Antique Furniture Street
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Introduction to Itaewon Antique Furniture Street
Itaewon Antique Furniture Street began in the 1960s when soldiers serving at nearby U.S. military bases offered up their used furniture for sale upon returning to their home countries.
Afterwards, as it gradually became active as a market, various antique furniture dealers from Asia, Europe, and the Americas gathered together to form the [Antique Furniture Street]. In addition to old antiques, rare items, and furniture, clocks, tea cups, and various accessories are also popular items.
Furniture Street has stores divided into sections A, B, C, and D, and the Itaewon Antique Festival is held in spring and fall.
Currently, it has developed into an antique market on a scale that is difficult to find even locally, and is an essential market for sourcing not only antiques but also vintage and Western antiques that are difficult to find anywhere in Korea, as well as home decor and interior design.
After getting off at Itaewon subway line 6, take exit 3 or 4, leave the Hamilton Hotel and head in the direction facing the hotel to reach Itaewon Antique Furniture Street.
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Itaewon Antique Furniture Street Basic Information
Homepage http://www.itaewonantique.com
No parking facilities
Days off vary depending on the store.
Yongsan Cathedral
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Introduction to Yongsan Cathedral
Yongsan Cathedral has a long tradition since the believers of Samhojeong Gongso established the foundation for the gospel on their own about 100 years ago.
It has a large yard and green space, so it serves as a good resting place for people in a park-like environment.
In particular, there is a parish clergy cemetery where the remains of about 70 people, including early priests and unknown fatalities, are buried, making it a semi-sacred place visited by clergy-monastics and believers from all over the country.
In addition, in 2010, he was granted the privilege of plenary indulgence at the Virgin Mary Pilgrimage Site, which was linked with [special spiritual ties] with the Pontifical Basilica of the Virgin Mary in Liberio, Rome, Italy.
Accordingly, those who make a pilgrimage to Yongsan Cathedral to pay homage to the Virgin Mary can also make a pilgrimage to the Basilica of the Virgin Mary of Rome (the first temple dedicated to the Virgin Mary, the Most Holy Mother of God, built during the reign of the 36th Pope Liberius from 352 to 366). The same plenary indulgence is awarded.
Take exit 3 of Mapo Station on metropolitan subway line 5 and take village bus number 02 in front of Saetbyeol Stationery behind the Garden Hotel.
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Yongsan Cathedral basic information
Homepage http://www.yongsanch.or.kr
Parking facilities available
Yongsan Family Park
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Introduction to Yongsan Family Park
Yongsan Family Park is a park with a Western-style atmosphere centered on a large lawn and a pond. Historically, it was used by Japanese soldiers, Qing soldiers, and Japanese as military facilities during the Japanese invasions of Korea, the Imo Military Rebellion, the Gapsin Coup, the Russo-Japanese War, and the period from 1906 to 1945. and used as a residence.
In 1992, the Seoul Metropolitan Government acquired the site where the UN and US Forces Korea headquarters were installed during the Korean War and turned it into a park.
The park is located between Namsan Mountain and the Han River and is a link between the north-south green axis of Seoul, taking on the characteristics of a central park.
This place is popular as a peaceful resting place for citizens with its large lawn, pond that matches the surroundings, and well-groomed walking paths.
In addition, there is a 2.0km walking trail, a nature learning center, Taegeukgi Park, and a lawn plaza, allowing families to enjoy picnics or play with dogs throughout the park.
In addition, there are facilities such as an outdoor wedding hall, rainwater pumping station, restrooms, outdoor sculptures, exercise facilities, and parking lots.
If you walk around Yongsan Family Park, you can also come across the National Museum of Korea. It is located 850m from Exit 1 of Seobinggo Station on the Gyeongui-Jungang Line of the Seoul Metropolitan Subway.
Yongsan Family Park basic information
Website https://parks.seoul.go.kr
Operating hours Always open
Parking facility available (50 cars)
Open all year round on days off
Saenamteo Memorial Cathedral
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Introduction to Saenamteo Memorial Cathedral
Saesenamteo Memorial Cathedral is a cathedral that began construction in 1984 and was completed three years later in commemoration of the 200th anniversary of the founding of the Korean Catholic Church.
This place is dense with silver grass and trees, which is why it is called Saenamuteo or Saenamteo.
It is also called Sanamgi, and was known as a place with dense forests until the late Joseon Dynasty.
This is where 11 of the 14 priests who were martyred during the Four Great Persecutions were martyred, including Father Zhou Wen-mo, who was sent from the Chinese Church, Father Andrew Kim Dae-geon, the first priest, Bishop Imbert Bum Laurentius, the second bishop of the Diocese of Joseon, and Gihae Gi-hae. The protagonists of the diary, Saint Charles Hyeon Seok-moon and others, sacrificed their lives here.
Saenamteo has been used as a military training ground and execution ground since the early Joseon Dynasty. Beginning with the Shinyu Persecution in 1801, many Catholics were executed in the Gihae Persecution, Byeongo Persecution, and Byeongin Persecution.
The cathedral houses the Saenamteo Memorial Hall and the remains of martyrs are enshrined there.
Take the bus from Exit 1 of Yongsan Station on Metropolitan Subway Line 1 and get off at [Ichon 2-dong Daelim Apartment, Saenamteo Shrine].
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Basic information about Saenamteo Memorial Cathedral
Homepage http://www.saenamteo.or.kr
Operating hours Saenamteo Memorial Hall 10:00~17:00
Parking facilities available
Namsan Seoul Tower
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Introduction to Namsan Seoul Tower
'Namsan Seoul Tower' is Korea's first comprehensive radio tower that combines the functions of efficient transmission and reception of broadcasting waves and a tourist observation facility that takes advantage of Korea's traditional beauty. It was built for the future of broadcasting culture and the tourism industry.
Just as world-famous towers have become symbolic of a country or city, Namsan Seoul Tower has also served as a representative tourist attraction in Korea and a symbol of Seoul for the past 40 years.
'Namsan Seoul Tower' has become an object of interest and love from citizens due to its height, unique structure, and shape that can be seen from all over downtown Seoul, and is solidifying its position as the number one tourist attraction enjoyed by domestic and foreign tourists. .
Recently, the name has increased as a filming location for various entertainment shows and dramas that have driven the Korean Wave, and it is a place where domestic and foreign tourists constantly visit.
Don't miss it
The Namsan Cable Car, which climbs Namsan Seoul Tower, was first operated in 1962 and has been in operation for over 50 years.
The length from the Hoehyeon-dong platform to the Yejang-dong platform at the top of Namsan Mountain is about 600m, the average speed is 3.2m per second, and the one-way travel time is about 3 minutes.
You can walk 7-8 minutes from Myeongdong Station to the Namsan Cable Car boarding building, or take a shuttle bus from Myeongdong Station Exit 1 or Seoul Station Seoul Square Bus Stop to the Namsan Cable Car parking lot.
From Myeongdong Station, go straight to Hoehyeon Intersection, go up to the left, take the Namsan Ormi (escalator) to the cable car platform, and then take the Namsan Cable Car to Namsan Seoul Tower. It takes 15 to 20 minutes.
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Namsan Seoul Tower basic information
Website http://www.seoultower.co.kr
Operating hours: Weekdays 10:30~22:00 (Ticket closing 21:30)
Weekends 10:00~23:00 (Ticket closing 22:30)
Parking facilities available (Namsan-dong public parking lot / Namsan cable car parking lot / Namsan Park parking lot / National Theater parking lot)
Open all year round on days off
Danggogae Martyrs' Shrine
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Introduction to Danggogae Martyrs' Shrine
Danggogae Martyrs’ Shrine is located on a small hill just a 5-minute walk from Yongsan Electronics Market.
It is a sacred place that produced nine saints and one beatified person, and is the place where ten men and women were martyred in 1839 at the end of the Gihae Persecution.
They were originally scheduled to be executed at the intersection outside Seosomun, but since merchants outside Seosomun needed to see Daemokjang, they requested that the execution be moved to another location, so they were moved to Danggogae here and executed to honor the martyrs.
The Danggogae Martyrs' Shrine was created with the theme of [The Pain of Wild Briars and the Scent of Plum Blossoms], expressing the pain of persecution through the thorns of wild roses and the grace of God through the scent of plum blossoms.
The 14 Stations of the Cross at Danggogae Shrine consist of Blessed Mary Lee Seong-rye following the path of Jesus, allowing visitors to experience the path of suffering and the glory of martyrdom.
Because of the sad story of martyrdom and the panoramic view of downtown Seoul, Danggogae Martyrs’ Shrine continues to attract many pilgrims.
Saenamteo Cathedral, a martyrdom shrine, and Yongsan Family Park are nearby.
It is located a 15-minute walk from Exit 5 of Hyochang Park Station on Metropolitan Subway Line 6.
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Basic information about Danggogae Martyrs’ Shrine
Homepage http://www.danggogae.org
http://www.yongsan.go.kr/
Operating hours Always open
Parking facilities available
Fee (free)
Open all year round on days off
Itaewon Special Tourist Zone
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Introduction to Itaewon Special Tourist Zone
Itaewon is the first special tourist zone designated by Seoul in 1997 and is a multinational and multicultural area where more than 20,000 foreigners live.
In the 1980s, various international conferences as well as the 1986 Asian Games and 1988 Olympic Games were held in Seoul, making its name known worldwide and becoming a tourist attraction.
In particular, it is famous for leather products, bonded clothing with unique designs, and accessories, and is a shopping and entertainment street that is definitely included in shopping tours for foreigners.
In addition to shopping malls selling shoes, clothing, and bags, as well as hotels and other lodging facilities, various restaurants, entertainment facilities, and travel agencies, there are about 2,000 stores concentrated in the alleys.
The Antique Furniture Street, with over 100 stores from the Hamilton Hotel to Bogwang-ro, is also famous.
In addition, it is possible to experience foreign culture and food at the World Food Street, where restaurants from over 40 countries run by foreigners gather.
Since the late 1990s, as the number of tourists from Southeast Asia and the Middle East has increased, the street has been transformed from a U.S. military-centered street to a multinational 'fusion' street.
Every October, various performances and events are held, and the 'Itaewon Global Village Festival' is especially famous.
The US dollar and yen are freely accepted, and you can easily transact with merchants in foreign languages such as English, Japanese, and Chinese.
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Itaewon Special Tourist Zone Basic Information
Homepagehttp://www.itaewon.or.kr
Parking facilities 6 parking lots available near the hotel, shopping malls and restaurants
Former Yongsan Theological Seminary and Wonhyo-ro Sacred Heart of Jesus Cathedral
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Introduction to the old Yongsan Theological Seminary and Wonhyo-ro Sacred Heart of Jesus Cathedral
Yongsan Theological Seminary was built in 1892, and Wonhyo-ro Cathedral of the Sacred Heart of Jesus was built in 1902, and both buildings were designed and supervised by French Father Cost.
Yongsan Theological Seminary is a brick building with one floor semi-basement and two floors above ground, and is the first seminary building in Korea. It has an entrance and basement entrance in the center, and stairs leading to the first floor entrance on the left and right.
Yongsan Theological Seminary moved to Hyehwa-dong, and the Yongsan Theological Seminary building was used as a branch of St. Mary's Hospital, and is now used by the Sacred Heart Society as a convent. Although some of the original buildings were expanded, most of them retain their original appearance.
Because the Wonhyo-ro Sacred Heart of Jesus Cathedral was built on a hill, the southern hillside has three floors and the convent side has two floors.
The main entrance is not in the center, but rather to one side, creating an asymmetrical appearance.
The interior of the building is a simple church with only an altar and pews, but the pointed arch windows and small spire on the roof give it an overall abbreviated Gothic appearance.
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Basic information about the former Yongsan Theological Seminary and Wonhyo-ro Cathedral of the Sacred Heart of Jesus
Website https://www.heritage.go.kr
Parking facilities available
Hyochang Park, Seoul
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Introduction to Hyochang Park in Seoul
Hyochang Park, located in Hyochang-dong and Cheongpa 2-dong, is a place with a long history and was once the grounds of Hyochangwon.
Hyochangwon is the tomb of Crown Prince Munhyo, who was the eldest son of King Jeongjo of the Joseon Dynasty and was crowned crown prince, but died at the young age of five.
Currently, Hyochang Park has convenience facilities such as a ancestor's grave, a park management office, a children's playground, a badminton court, and sports facilities, as well as an anti-communist memorial tower, the statue of the Great Master Wonhyo, the Baekbeom Memorial Hall, and the Korean Senior Citizens' Association.
In addition, there is a store, restrooms, drinking fountains, and a nature study center.
At the Seonyeol Cemetery, the remains of the three doctors Yun Bong-gil, Lee Bong-chang, and Baek Jeong-gi, Baek Beom and Kim Gu, who sacrificed their lives during the anti-Japanese struggle during the Japanese colonial period, and prominent figures of the Provisional Government including Lee Dong-nyeong, Char Ri-seok, and Cho Seong-hwan are enshrined.
If you enter the park's main gate and go up about 30m to the east, you will immediately see the graves of the three doctors.
The tombs of the three doctors include the empty tomb of Ahn Jung-geun and the tombs of Yun Bong-gil, Lee Bong-chang, and Baek Jeong-gi.
Additionally, at Uiyeolsa Temple, where the cemetery is located, the portraits of seven independence activists, including Lee Bong-chang, and Kim Gu are enshrined.
Get off at Hyochang Park Station on Seoul Metropolitan Subway Line 6.
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Basic information on Hyochang Park in Seoul
Homepagehttp://parks.seoul.go.kr/parks/detailView.do?pIdx=37
Parking facilities available
Open all year round on days off
Bogwangsa Temple (Seoul)
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Introduction to Bogwangsa Temple (Seoul)
Bogwangsa Temple was built next to the shrine to suppress this energy as there is a theory that a lot of bad things happen around Wuhu Temple and that the energy of the shrine site is strong.
It is said to be Jeokmyeolbogung in the city, and it houses Buddha's relics, which people can see for themselves. The relics were brought from Tibet.
It is located 986m from exit 4 of Itaewon Station on metropolitan subway line 6, and there are many embassies nearby, such as the Embassy of Hungary in Korea, the Embassy of Turkmenistan in Korea, the Embassy of Iraq in Korea, and the Embassy of Hungary in Korea.
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Bogwangsa Temple (Seoul) Basic Information
Operating hours Open all year round
This was an introduction to the top 10 places to visit in Yongsan, Seoul.
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