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• Information
  Introduction
  The ancient fortress walls of Seoul that connect the ritual grounds of King Taejo and Muhakdaesa to the Sajik Tunnel and Jahamun Gate still remain on the grounds of Inwangsan Mountain. Many people enjoy hiking the path that begins at Sajik Tunnel, which leads to the peak of the mountain passing the fortress walls, then hike back down to Buam-dong. The hiking course is also connected to the road in front of Cheongwadae, so hikers can also walk along the historical Palpan-ro road, Hyoja-ro road, and Gyeongbokgung Palace. The hiking path located behind Sajik Park leads to Hwanghakjeong Pavilion, where archers during the Joseon dynasty once honed their marksmanship. The Hwanghakjeong Pavilion was originally located within the Gyeonghuigung Palace, but was relocated to the mountain. From the top, a panoramic view of the surrounding area spreads as far as Inwangsan Mountain, Naksan Mountain, Namsan Mountain, and Baegaksan Mountain with Gyeongbokgung Palace at its center.
  
  The hiking path past Sajik Park's T-intersection is a popular walking course to nearby office workers during lunch time. A view of Cheongwadae is visible from atop Beombawi Rock (tiger's rock). For hikers seeking to walk along the ridges, it is recommended to take the path down to Hongje-dong quarry or Jahamun Gate. Hikers are recommended to take their time to fully enjoy the view of the surroundings while walking along the path of the outer walls. The stone stairway following the path past Changuimun Gate will take hikers to the path along the outer walls. This path stretches for approximately 200 meters and a set of stones used to build the city walls during the reign of King Taejo, King Sejong, and King Sukjung still remain along the way. The thick, dark-colored mosses on the stones indicate the long history of Seoul.
  
  The view of the refreshing landscape and Inwangsan Mountain's peak will greet the hikers once they walk back to the inner city walls through a step of stones. Hikers will be able to get a bird's-eye-view of Seoul's mountains and skyscrapers surrounding the Hangang River. The city walls along the path going down to Cheongun-dong still withhold their beauty from the past.
  
  Inwangsan Mountain stands at a height of 338.2 meters and spreads throughout the regions of Hongje-dong in Seodaemun-gu and Muak-dong, Nusang-dong, Ogin-dong and Buam-dong in Jongno-gu. The unique and colossal rock formations and the view of Seoul and Cheongwadae are only a few of the many charms of Inwangsan Mountain.
  
  Closed
  Mondays (If Monday is a public holiday, then closed the day after the holiday)
  
  Available Facilities
  Benches, small performance hall, etc.
  
  
• Tourist Sites

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    Hwanghakjeong Pavilion (황학정)

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Palaces/ Fortresses/ Gates
    Hwanghakjeong Pavilion was built in 1898 by decree of King Gojong’s. It was originally set up close to the northern wall of Hoesangjeon in Gyeonghuigung Palace ...

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    Sungkok Art Museum (성곡미술관)

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Art Museums/ Art Galleries
    Sungkok Art Museum was founded in 1995 by the Korean corporation Ssangyong to promote Korean art. The gallery offers a special exhibition featuring modern artwo...

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    Seoul Sajik Park (사직공원(서울))

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Parks
    Sajik Park is one of the three most popular parks in Jongno-gu along with Tapgol Park and Samcheong Park. Located west of the Government Complex-Seoul on the so...

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    Seodaemun Prison History Museum (서대문형무소역사관)

    Region : Seodaemun-gu Seoul
    Type : Exhibition & Memorial Halls
    Seodaemun Prison was built under the Japanese administration to imprison independence movement activists. It first opened on October 21, 1908 under the name Gye...

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    Gyeonghuigung Palace (경희궁)

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Palaces/ Fortresses/ Gates
    Gyeonghuigung Palace, Historic Site No. 271, was originally called the large palace by Saemun Gate, or the Western Palace, for its location within the city. It ...

• Accommodation

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    Of one book and stay [Korea Quality] / 일독일박 [한국관광 품질인증/Korea Quality]

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Hanok
    This hanok (traditional Korean house) is located in Seochon Village near Gyeongbokgung Palace. It is a modern C-shaped hanok centered around the inner courtyard...

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    Nuwa [Korea Quality] / 누와 [한국관광 품질인증/Korea Quality]

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Hanok
    This hanok (traditional Korean house) is located deep in the Seochon Village, west of Seoul’s Gyeongbokgung Palace. Its tasteful renovation of a small 33 m2 han...

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    STAY dayoff [Korea Quality] / 스테이 데이 오프 [한국관광 품질인증/Korea Quality]

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Hanok
    This hanok (traditional Korean house) is located behind Seochon Food Street, located near Gyeongbokgung Station on Seoul Subway Line 3. It is located only 5 min...

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    NUHADANG [Korea Quality] / 누하당 [한국관광 품질인증]

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Hanok
    Guesthouse Nuha is a ‘hanok’ or traditional Korean house consisting of four guestrooms located in Nuha-dong, Seochon (west of Gyeongbokgung Palace, Jongno, Seo...

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    Hanok 24guesthouse Gyeongbokgung(Chilboam) [Korea Quality] / 경복궁24게트하우스4 (칠보암) [한국관광 품질인증]

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Hanok
    Located on an alley of Seochon, Gyeongbokgung 24 Guesthouse ‘Chilboam’ is a clean and pleasant hanok structure that was opened in 2016. Chilboam consists of th...

• Restaurants

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    Daesungjip (대성집)

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Korean Food
    Daejungjip has specialized in Dogani tang (ox knee joint soup) for 60 years. Customers can feel a simple and familiar ambience at the restaurant.

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    Irilju (일일주(日日酒))

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Japanese Food
    It is a delicious restaurant in Gwanghwamun with a good atmosphere. This Japanese (cuisine) restaurant is located in Jongno-gu, Seoul. The representative menu i...

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    Gwanghwamun Hanokjip (광화문한옥집)

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Korean Food
    A store with rooms reproducing a traditional kitchen. The best menu at this restaurant is napa wraps with pork. This is a Korean cuisine located in Gwanghwamun ...

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    Geumyongmun (금용문)

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Chinese Food
    This is a Chinese (cuisine) located in Gwanghwamun Gate, Seoul. The best menu at this restaurant is dim sum. A restaurant selling authentic Chinese cuisine.

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    Ilpumdang Premium (일품당프리미엄)

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Japanese Food
    A shabu-shabu specialty restaurant located in Gwanghwamun Gate, Seoul. A store with rooms. The most famous menu is shabu-shabu.

• Shopping

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    Larva Town (라바타운)

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Shops/Malls
    Larva Town is divided into areas of three different themes: TUBAn Yard, TUBAn Goods, and Cafe Wingcle. TUBAn Yard greets visitors with animation character Larva...

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    Lee Seo-yun Hanbok (이서윤한복)

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Shops/Malls
    Lee Seo-yun Hanbok seeks hanbok that blends both traditional Korean and western designs. It not only weaves fabrics for its own hanbok, but dyes them as well. T...

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    Tongin Market (통인시장)

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Traditional Markets
    Tongin Market dates back to June 1941, as a public market set up for Japanese residents near the Hyoja-dong neighborhood when Korea was still under Japanese rul...

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    Z.I.Gallery (지아 衣 갤러리)

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Shops/Malls
    Z.I.Gallery is a boutique shop by the renowend designer, Zia Kim. Her works have appeared in Seoul Collection, Paris Pretaporter, department stores, and shops a...

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    Cheongwadae Sarangchae Souvenir Shop (청와대 사랑채 기념품점)

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Shops/Malls
    Located in one of Korea's most representative cultural attractions, Cheongwadae Sarangchae, this souvenir shop sells various cultural and special products that ...

• Transportation
  Directions
  [Subway + Bus]
  Gyeongbokgung Station (Seoul Subway Line 3), Exit 3.
  Go straight 90 m to the Gyeongbokgung Station Bus Stop.
  Take Jongno Bus No. 09 and get off at Ogin APT. Bus Stop.
  Walk for approx. 660 m to Inwangsan Mountain.
  
  

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