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Seungdong Church (승동교회)
Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
Type : Temples/ Religious Sites
Seungdong Presbyterian Church was designated Tangible Cultural Asset No. 130 by the Seoul Metropolitan Government on April 6, 2001. Originally known as “Gondang... -
Dynamic Maze (Insa-dong) (다이나믹 메이즈(서울 인사동점))
Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
Type : Others
Dynamic Maze is exactly what it sounds like: a vast maze requiring a variety of skills to complete tasks and find the exit. This indoor maze course has obstacle... -
Alive Museum - Insa-dong Branch (박물관은 살아있다 (인사동점))
Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
Type : Museums
With an area over 1,280 ㎡, Alive Museum is located in Insa-dong, a neighborhood known for its mixture of historical and modern atmosphere. Exhibitions include o... -
Seoul Art Center Gongpyeong Gallery (서울아트센터 공평갤러리)
Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
Type : Art Museums/ Art Galleries
Opened in 1992, Seoul Art Center Gongpyeong Gallery is a 17,791㎡, two-story building with four exhibition halls. It is one of the main galleries of Insa-dong, d... -
Beautiful Tea Museum (아름다운 차박물관)
Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
Type : Museums
Located in Insa-dong, The Beautiful Tea Museum aims to promote Korean tea culture. It preserves and exhibits tea related utensils and items, featuring those fro...
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Tapgol Park (탑골공원)
- Address 99, Jong-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
서울특별시 종로구 종로 99 - Type Parks
- Inquiries • 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330
(Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)
• For more info: +82-2-731-0534
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Introduction
Tapgol Park, a designated Historic Site, was the first modern park to be built in Seoul. The park is located at what was originally the site of Wongaksa Temple, built during the 13th year of Joseon King Sejo's reign. However, the temple was destroyed and the site did not become a park until 1897 due to a proposal made by Englishman John Mcleavy Brown, an advisor to King Gojong. The park is also important for being the starting point for the March 1 Independence Movement in Seoul. The original name of the park was Pagoda Park, but was changed to the current Tapgol Park on May 28, 1992. The park contains several monuments and heritages, including the Ten-story Stone Pagoda of Wongaksa Temple Site (National Treasure), Stele for the Construction of Daewongaksa Temple at Wongaksa Temple Site (Treasure), and Palgakjeong Pavilion, where the Independence Proclamation was first declared; the independence movement relief plate; and the statue of Son Byeong-hee.
Current Status
[Tapgol Park] Historic Site (Designated on October 25, 1991)
[Palgakjeong Pavilion] Seoul Tangible Cultural Property (Designated on September 11, 1989)
Parking Facilities
Not available
Admission Fees
Free
Available Facilities
Ten-story Stone Pagoda of Wongaksa Temple Site, Palgakjeong Pavilion, independence movement relief plate, statue of Son Byeong-hee, etc.
Restrooms
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