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• Information
  Introduction
  Tapgol Park, designated Historic Site No. 354, 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 Ten-story Stone Pagoda of Wongaksa Temple Site (National Treasure No. 2), Stele for the Construction of Daewongaksa Temple at Wongaksa Temple Site (Treasure No. 3), 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 No. 354 (designated on October 25, 1991)
  [Palgakjeong Pavilion] Seoul Tangible Cultural Property No. 73 (designated 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
  Available
  
  
• Tourist Sites

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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...

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    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...

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    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...

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    O'ngo Food Communications (온고푸드)

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Traditional&Cultural Experiences/ Temple Stays
    O'ngo Food Communications was established in 2008 with the aim of providing a bridge linking Korean culture to the world through food. The name of the company l...

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    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, feature those from ...

• Accommodation

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    Hotel Crown Insadong (호텔 크라운-인사동)

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Tourist Hotel
    Hotel Crown is a premier hotel that was renovated in May 2002. The hotel is in close proximity to Jongno and Insa-dong, making it a convenient place to stay for...

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    Namhyundang Guest House [Korea Quality] / 남현당 [한국관광 품질인증]

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Hanok
    As a guesthouse located in Gyeongun-dong, Jongno-gu, Namhyundang is a traditional Korean house built more than 100 years ago; this is the reason 70-80% of the ...

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    Sieunjae [Korea Quality] / 시은재 [한국관광 품질인증]

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Hanok
    Located in Gyeongun-dong, Jongno-gu at the very heart of Seoul, Sieunjae is a hanok with a longstanding tradition. It has three guestrooms including the anbang...

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    Moonguesthouse [Korea Quality] / 문게스트하우스 [한국관광 품질인증]

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Hanok
    The Moon Guesthouse is situated near a number of interesting tourist destinations including Unhyeongung Palace (3min on foot), Bukchon Hanok Village (5min on fo...

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    SAEWHA HOSTEL[Korea Quality] / 세화호스텔[한국관광 품질인증]

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Youth Hostel
    Saehwa Hostel’s central location in Jongno, Seoul, gives it unparalleled convenience and accessibility for tourists. Many restaurants, markets, shopping streets...

• Restaurants

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    Suncheonga (순천가)

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Korean Food
    A beloved restaurant in Jongno where you can enjoy both Korean BBQ and stew menus. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Jongno-gu, Seoul. The most famous...

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    Yujin Sikdang (유진식당)

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Korean Food
    It is a restaurant in Jongno where people wait in line to enjoy its dishes. This restaurant's signature menu is Pyeongyang cold buckwheat noodles. This Korean d...

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    Cook&Beer (쿠캔비어)

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Korean Food
    A place where you can enjoy various chicken dishes and Korean snacks. This restaurant's signature menu is fried chicken. This Korean dishes restaurant is locate...

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    Dongdaemun Heopajip (동대문허파집)

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Korean Food
    A barbecue specialty restaurant located in Tapgol Park, Seoul. A store that uses only Korean beef. The most famous menu is grilled beef small intestine/grilled ...

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    Nagwon Bindaetteok (낙원빈대떡)

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Korean Food
    This is a Korean cuisine located in Jongno, Seoul. An old restaurant located near Nakwon Music Mall. The best menu at this restaurant is mung bean pancake.

• Shopping

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    Kumkang - Jongno Branch (금강제화 (종로지점))

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Shops/Malls
    Kumkang Shoes is Korea's leading fashion retailer specializing in formal, casual and athletic footwear, as well as trendy clothing and accessories. Located in c...

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    Arirang Master Crafts Shop (아리랑명품관)

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Souvenir Shops
    Arirang Master Crafts Shop is a comprehensive shopping center dealing with traditional Korean crafts. It covers traditional crafts by famous artists, pottery fo...

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    Jongno 3(sam)-ga Jewelry District (종로3가 귀금속 전문상가)

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Shops/Malls
    There is an enormous selection of wholesalers and retail jewelry stores in this district, spread throughout Jongno 3(sam)-ga and 4(sa)-ga. The glittering showca...

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    Gallery Park Young Sook - Atelier Seoul (박영숙요 (아틀리에서울))

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Craft Workshops
    Gallery Park Young Sook (Atelier Seoul) is the gallery of the modern potter, Park Young Sook. The gallery displays and sells white porcelain representing the Jo...

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    Insa-Dong National Souvenir Center (한국관광명품점(인사동))

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Souvenir Shops
    Operated by the Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Tourism and Korea Tourism Association, the National Souvenir Center has strict standards for the brands sold, o...

• Transportation
  Directions
  [Subway]
  Jongno 3(sam)-ga Station (Seoul Subway Line 1, 3, 5), Exit 1.
  Walk for approx. 5 min
  
  

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