CM Hospital (CM병원) Founded in 1949, this general hospital specializes in orthopedics and joint care. It is a nationally certified general hospital and a government-designated joint specialty hospital. As a third-generation institution, it is now led by Director Lee Sang-hoon, who has been appointed as the Chairman of the Medical Committee of the Korean Sport…
Jogyesa Temple (조계사(서울)) – Homepage www.jogyesa.kr As the main temple as well as the district head temple of the Jogye order in Seoul, Jogyesa Temple is the center of Korean Buddhism. The temple was built in the late 14th century during the Goryeo period but was completely destroyed in a fire. It was rebuilt under…
Namsan Cable Car (남산 케이블카) – Homepage www.cablecar.co.kr – Tel +82-2-753-2403 Namsan Cable Car provides a panoramic view of downtown Seoul. The cable car has been in operation for over 40 years, taking tourists and residents alike to Namsan Seoul Tower, one of the most representative tourist attractions in the city. – Address : 83…
Seongsu-dong Cafe Street (성수동 카페거리) – Homepage www.sd.go.kr Yeonmujang-gil in Seongsu-dong, known for old factories and a shoe workshop street, has been reborn as a place of trendy cafes and culture. The energy of car repair shops, printing factories, and handmade shoes street still exist today but, as global restaurant brands, select shops, and cafes…
Hangang River (한강) – Homepage hangang.seoul.go.kr – Tel +82-2-120 The Hangang River is a iconic river in Korea that crosses Seoul from north to south. Various parks and cultural facilities are located along the river, attracting numerous people to enjoy leisure and relaxation. Many people enjoy walking, biking, and jogging along the river. Water sports…
Seoul Forest (서울숲) – Homepage parks.seoul.go.kr – Tel +82-2-460-2905 Seoul Forest is a city park opened on June 18, 2005 in what was originally a water treatment facility. Consisting of four themed parks spread across spacious land, Seoul Forest is an eco-friendly zone appreciated not only by the people of the city but also those…
Nodeul Island (노들섬) – Homepage nodeul.org Nodeul Island seems like an island floating in the middle of the Hangang River. The island was opened to the public in 2012 as a recreational area while preserving most of its original form. In 2019, the island was equipped with more facilities to serve as a cultural entertainment…
Itaewon Special Tourist Zone (이태원 관광특구) – Homepage www.itaewon.or.kr Itaewon was the first special tourist zone in Seoul, designated in 1997. It is a multicultural place where over 20,000 foreigners live and is widely recognized by international visitors. The name Itaewon started to spread worldwide in the 1980s when Korea hosted the 1986 Seoul Asian…
Lotte World Tower SEOUL SKY (롯데월드타워 서울스카이) – Homepage seoulsky.lotteworld.com – Tel +82-1661-2000 SEOUL SKY is located on floors 117-123 of Lotte World Tower, the nation’s tallest and the world’s fifth tallest building. The observatory offers a panoramic view of the entire capital city, beautiful both day and night. SEOUL SKY is comprised of an…
Will Spa (윌스파) – Tel +82-2-3466-8100 Willspa operates 24 hours in the Gangnam area, featuring luxurious spa that is equipped with suitable size, facility, and programs for foreign visitors’ taste. – Address : 524, Bongeunsa-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul ※ Presentation Information – Experience Guide Facial Therapy Body Therapy Single Therapy Couple Spa Just for Men Package…