Photo: Seoul Parks (Seoul Metropolitan Government)
Sungin Neighborhood Park
숭인근린공원
Park · Jongno-gu
A park on Dongmangsan in Sungin-dong, Jongno-gu, also known as Dongmangsan Park. Covering 45,615 sq m, it is a nature-friendly space where residents rest, stroll and take light exercise. Inside are a pavilion and exercise
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Source: parks.seoul.go.kr
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