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Heo Gyun and Heo Nanseolheon Memorial Park (허균·허난설헌 기념공원)
1-29 Nanseolheon-ro 193beon-gil, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do
'Heo Gyun and Heo Nanseolheon Memorial Park was established to honor the Heo siblings: Heo Gyun, the author of Story of Hong Gildong (a 17th-century novel, the first of its kind written in Hangeul), and Heo Nanseolheon, one of Korea's most esteemed female writers. This literary park features the Memorial Hall, the site of Heo Nanseolheon's birth home, a traditional tea experience space, and lush green areas. Every April and September, the Nanseolheon Cultural Festival offers puppet theater, exhibitions, children’s experience programs, and tea ceremony activities.
Heojun Museum (허준박물관)
87, Heojun-ro, Gangseo-gu, Seoul
The Heojun Museum opened in honor of the academic accomplishments and charitable deeds of the renowned medical scientist, Heojun of the Joseon dynasty. Located next to Heojun Neighborhood Park, the museum collects and displays Heojun related materials.
![Heolleung and Illeung Royal Tombs [UNESCO World Heritage] (서울 헌릉(태종,원경왕후)과 인릉(순조,순원왕후) [유네스코 세계문화유산])](http://tong.visitkorea.or.kr/cms/resource/42/1985242_image2_1.jpg)
Heolleung and Illeung Royal Tombs [UNESCO World Heritage] (서울 헌릉(태종,원경왕후)과 인릉(순조,순원왕후) [유네스코 세계문화유산])
36-10, Heonilleung-gil, Seocho-gu, Seoul
Heolleung and Illeung Royal Tombs house the mounds for two kings of the Joseon dynasty (1392-1910) and their wives: King Taejong (1401-1418) and Queen Wongyeong, along with King Sunjo (1800-1834) and Queen Sunwon. Together, the tombs are referred to as Heonilleung Royal Tomb. The site possesses numerous stone statues and vestiges, and is a good place to experience the culture of the Joseon dynasty.
Heonhwa-ro Road (헌화로)
Simgok-ri, Gangdong-myeon, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do
Heonhwa-ro Road is a coastal road that offers beautiful natural scenery all year round. The road gets its name from a Korean myth about an old man picking azaleas from the edge of the coastal cliff at the request of Lady Suro, the wife of Gangneung Governor Sunjonggong.
Heoninneung Royal Tombs Ecological Preservation Area (Alder Tree Forests) (헌인릉 생태경관보전지역(오리나무림))
34, Heonilleung-gil, Seocho-gu, Seoul
Heonninneung Royal Tombs Ecological Preservation Area is home to alder tree forests. It was officially designated as an ecological preservation area by the Seoul Metropolitan Government in 2005.
Heotjesabap Kkachi Gunmeongjip (헛제사밥까치구멍집 )
203, Seokju-ro, Andong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
Heotjesabap Kkachi Gumeongjip is a popular restaurant located in Andong, serving yangbansang (yangban table set) fit for the aristocracy. The restaurant interior design features a traditional hanok floor, bringing the aristocratic feeling to life. One of the most popular dishes is hoetjesabap (Andong-style bibimbap). Heotjesabap coloring is not vibrant, but the dish is flavorful, with vegetables and jeon (savory pancakes) piled atop rice. The restaurant, with traditional tiles and designs, producing a feel of gentle harmony and overall traditional beauty coupled with a modern feel.
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Hera - Lotte Department Store Ansan Branch [Tax Refund Shop](헤라 롯데백화점 안산점)
1F, 12, Gojan 1-gil, Danwon-gu, Ansan-si, Gyeonggi-do
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Hera - Lotte Department Store Gwanak Branch [Tax Refund Shop](헤라 롯데백화점 관악점)
209, Bongcheon-ro, Gwanak-gu, Seoul
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Hera - LOTTE Department Store Jamsil Avenuel Branch [Tax Refund Shop](헤라 롯데백화점 잠실 에비뉴엘점)
300, Olympic-ro, Songpa-gu, Seoul
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Hera - Lotte Department Store Mia Branch [Tax Refund Shop](헤라 롯데백화점 미아점)
1F, 62, Dobong-ro, Gangbuk-gu, Seoul
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Hera - Lotte Department Store Pyeongchon Branch [Tax Refund Shop](헤라 롯데백화점 평촌점)
1F, 180, Simin-daero, Dongan-gu, Anyang-si, Gyeonggi-do
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Hera - Shinsegae Department Store Times Square Branch [Tax Refund Shop](헤라 신세계백화점 타임스퀘어점)
1F, 9, Yeongjung-ro, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul
HERA is a “Contemporary Seoul Beauty” brand that represents the modern femininity of Seoul. Through sophisticated makeup looks and advanced skincare technology, it inspires confident, independent women around the world.
Herb Island (허브아일랜드)
35 Cheongsin-ro 947beon-gil, Sinbuk-myeon, Pocheon-si, Gyeonggi-do
Herb Island is an arboretum themed after the Mediterranean. From the Venice Village, inspired by Venice, to the Herb Plant Museum, one of the largest of its kind in Korea, outdoor garden, Herb Healing Center, and cafés and restaurants, it has a variety of amenities and facilities for visitors. It also hosts diverse events like the Lavender Festival and the Light Festival. Nearby tourist sites include Soyosan Mountain, Dongducheon Recreational Forest, and Pocheon Art Valley.
Herb Island Herb Healing Center (허브아일랜드 허브힐링센터)
35 Cheongsin-ro 947beon-gil, Sinbuk-myeon, Pocheon-si, Gyeonggi-do
Located inside Herb Island (a tourist farm spanning 329,000 square meters), Herb Island Herb Healing Center is the largest herbal botanical garden, registered as a class 1 specialized museum (botanical garden) with a botanical garden and exhibition halls (110,000 square meters). Approx. 250 kinds of herbs and various other plants are planted inside the herbal plant museum so visitors can see beautiful green plants throughout the year. The herbal plant museum consists of a total of four exhibition spaces, three indoor and one outdoor. Each exhibition space is themed around certain herbs and plants, adding to the fun of touring the museum. It is used as a venue for ecological education for children and a space to enjoy 'healing' moments.
Herb One (정읍 허브원)
188-29 Guryang 1-gil, Jeongeup-si, Jeonbuk-do
Herb One hosts a Lavender Festival every year during the lavender blooming period. It has over 300,000 Lavenders and 40,000 Lavandin, covering the area purple. There are also sunflowers and cosmos to please the eyes.
Herbnara Farm (허브나라농원)
225 Heungjeonggyegok-gil, Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do
Herbnara Farm opened in 1996 as the first herb-themed farm in Korea. The farm was started in a deep valley in Pyeongchang by a couple whose age added up to 100 years. At that time, the farm was just a small plot of land, but has expanded to the current 33,000 ㎡ and is one of Pyeongchang's representative tourist attractions. The farm offers ten themed gardens with over 150 herbs such as lavender and sage. Delicious dishes and drinks made with herbs cultivated on the farm are available at the restaurant and cafe. Visitors can also make herbal soap and candles in the herb classroom, and enjoy cultural events throughout the farm.
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