Maebongsan Palgakjeong Pavilion
매봉산 팔각정
Viewpoint · Seongdong-gu
One of Seoul's designated top viewpoints. Panoramic night views of the Han River with Seongsu and Yeongdong bridges, Lotte Tower and Gangnam.
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