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Seoul Wave Art Center (서울웨이브아트센터)

145-35 Jamwon-ro, Seocho-gu, Seoul

Seoul Wave Art Center is located within Jamwon Hangang Park, and focuses on promoting the relationship between the sky and earth, people and nature, and people and people. The art center opened in 2020 and has continued to host a range of new exhibitions.

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Seoul World Cup Stadium (서울월드컵경기장)

240 World Cup-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul

Seoul World Cup Stadium, constructed for the 2002 World Cup co-hosted by South Korea and Japan, stands as the largest soccer-specific stadium in Korea. Currently serving as the home ground for FC Seoul's K-League , it also hosts matches for the South Korean national soccer team. The vicinity boasts large-scale supermarkets, cinemas, sports centers, and saunas. Nearby attractions include Haneul Park and Pyeonghwa Park.

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Seoul Yangnyeongsi Herb Medicine Museum (서울약령시 한의약박물관)

26, Yangnyeongjungang-ro, Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul

Seoul Yangnyeongsi Herb Medicine Museum opened in September 2006 on the grounds of Bojewon, a medical institution for the poor that was in operation during the Joseon dynasty. The museum was established with the goal of preserving and developing Korea’s herb medicine culture. In October 2017, the museum moved to the second floor of the Seoul K-Medi Center. The center provides both information and hands-on programs.

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Seoulland (서울랜드)

181 Gwangmyeong-ro, Gwacheon-si, Gyeonggi-do

Seoulland was the first theme park in Korea, built at the foot of Cheonggyesan Mountain. With more that 50 rides and other seasonal attractions, Seoulland offers thrill and excitement for people of all ages. Luna Land and Jurassic Land are not to be missed. The pride of Seoulland is its wide selection of seasonal festivals and the unique Laser Show held during the evening. Seoulland is a popular destination as it is easily accessible from downtown Seoul and has many nearby attractions, being part of the larger Seoul Grand Park complex. Seoul Grand Park holds various festivals for each season of the year. The Tulip Festival is held from April to May; the Starlight Rose Festival from July to August; the Chrysanthemum Festival from September to October; and the Snow Light Festival from December to February.

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Seoulland Sledding Hills (서울랜드 눈썰매장)

Makgye-dong, Gwacheon-si, Gyeonggi-do

Seoulland Sledding Hills offers two slopes, one for children (50 meters long) and another for adults (120 meters long). Amenities include food stands that sell various foods, including eomuk (fish cake) soup, resting lounge and medical office. Various performances are also prepared to entertain visitors at the main stage nearby the sledding hill.

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Seoullo 7017 (서울로 7017)

405, Hangang-daero, Jung-gu, Seoul

Originally opened in 1970, Seoullo 7017 was an elevated road that crossed over the Seoul Station railway, but when it became dilapidated and unusable for traffic, it was converted into a park in 2017. It is about 17 metres above the ground and offers a panoramic view of the Seoul Station Railway and the city of Seoul. It is directly connected to Seoul Station.

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Seowongyegok Valley (서원계곡)

491-4, Jangan-ro, Jangan-myeon, Boeun-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do

Seowongyegok Valley is fed by the Samgacheon Stream, which originates from Songnisan Mountain and flows through Samga Reservoir in an S-shaped curve. It is relatively gentle in slope, and the stream is quite wide. The area is home to the 600-year-old Seowon-ri Pine Tree. Aside from enjoying the beautiful view of the area, one can also swim in the valley in summer.

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Septem [Tax Refund Shop](셉템)

1F, 32, Apgujeong-ro 46-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

SEPTEM is a contemporary fashion brand pursuing modern minimalism and practicality. Through delicate details within clean designs, it completes an intellectual and urban style for men and women.

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Sergio Tacchini - Lotte Premium Outlets Giheung Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (세르지오타키니 롯데프리미엄아울렛 기흥점)

124, Singomae-ro, Giheung-gu, Yongin-si, Gyeonggi-do

Sergio Tacchini is a global premium sports lifestyle brand born based on Italian tennis heritage. Combining the elegance of classic tennis looks with modern functionality, it showcases sophisticated sporty looks that span both the court and daily life.

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Sergio Tacchini - Lotte World Mall [Tax Refund Shop] (세르지오타키니 롯데월드몰점)

3F, 300, Olympic-ro, Songpa-gu, Seoul

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Sergio Tacchini Hannam Flagship Store [Tax Refund Shop](세르지오타키니 한남플래그십스토어)

1F, 8, Itaewon-ro 49-gil, Yongsan-gu, Seoul

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Sergio Tacchini Starfield Suwon Branch [Tax Refund Shop](세르지오타키니 스타필드 수원점)

6F, 175, Suseong-ro, Jangan-gu, Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do

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Series - Hyundai Premium Outlets LOTTE Department Store Gimpo Airport Branch [Tax Refund Shop](시리즈 현대프리미엄아울렛 김포점)

100, Arayuk-ro 152beon-gil, Gochon-eup, Gimpo-si, Gyeonggi-do

series is a contemporary select brand that represents the urban vintage sensibility of modern men. With clothing and accessories featuring rugged yet refined details, it appeals to men seeking a strong sense of character in their style.

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Series - Lotte Premium Outlets Gimhae Branch [Tax Refund Shop](시리즈 롯데프리미엄아울렛 김해점)

2F, 469, Jangyu-ro, Gimhae-si, Gyeongsangnam-do

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Series; - LOTTE Department Store Konkuk Univ. Star City Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (시리즈 롯데백화점 건대스타시티점)

6F, 92, Neungdong-ro, Gwangjin-gu, Seoul

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Seuldo Island (슬도)

Bangeo-dong, Dong-gu, Ulsan

Seuldo Island is located off the coast of Ulsan City in the southeastern part of the Korean Peninsula. Its name, Seuldo ("seul" meaning the Korean stringed instrument geomungo), was given as the sound of wind and waves hitting the rock island is said to mimic the sound of geomungo. In fact, the sound of waves hitting the island is so good that it is called seuldomyeongpa or the resounding of waves. The island is also known as Siruseom ("siru" meaning an earthenare steamer) for its resemblance to the upside down siru, and Gomboseom ("gombo" meaning pockmarks) for its stones with holes in them. On the island, there is an unmanned lighthouse dating back to the late 1950s. The main economic activity on the island is fishery.

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Source: Korea Tourism Organization, official website (https://knto.or.kr).