Yaksasa Temple
약사사
Historic site · Gangseo-gu
A city temple on Gaehwasan that Gyeomjae Jeong Seon once painted. See the stone pagoda and Buddha, then walk Gaehwasan, all free.
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Nearby in Gangseo-gu
Gaehwa Neighborhood Park
FreePark · Banghwa Stn. (Line 5)
Gaehwasan was originally called Juryongsan. In the Silla period a hermit named Juryong lived on the mountain and each year on the ninth day of the ninth month climbed to a high spot with two or three boys to drink wine, a custom called guiryongsaneum, hence the name Juryongsan
Gaehwasan Observatory
FreeViewpoint · Gaehwasan Stn. (Line 5)
A designated Seoul viewpoint at the 131m summit, looking out over Banghwa Bridge, the Han River, Haengju Fortress, World Cup Park and Bukhansan.
Banghwa Neighborhood Park
FreePark · Banghwa Stn. (Line 5)
The park takes its name from Banghwa-dong, meaning the neighbourhood beside Gaehwasan where the scent of flowers spreads through all four seasons. Designated a park in December 1990, it was built along with the Banghwa housing development district. Within the park
Banghwa Neighborhood Park Basketball Court
FreeSports facility · Banghwa Stn. (Line 5)
Outdoor basketball court in Gangseo-gu. 1 court. Open 24 hours.
Kkwonggogae Park
FreePark · Banghwa Stn. (Line 5)
Park overview: Kkwonggogae Park has outstanding natural surroundings, but its terrain and slopes limit what facilities can be built. Neighbouring Banghwa Park is already facility-oriented with a wide range of amenities, so Kkwonggogae Park
Gangseo Wetland Ecological Park
FreePark · Banghwa Stn. (Line 5)
Wetlands at the mouth of the Han River and a spot for watching winter migratory birds. The quiet boardwalk through the reed beds is good for walking alone.
Other historic sites in Seoul
Gyeongbokgung Palace
Free if eligibleJongno-gu · Gyeongbokgung Stn. (Line 3) Exit 5
Joseon's foremost royal palace. Free on the last Wednesday of the month or in hanbok. The changing of the guard ceremony (10:00 and 14:00) is always free.
Changdeokgung Palace
Free if eligibleJongno-gu · Anguk Stn. (Line 3) Exit 3
A UNESCO World Heritage site famed for autumn foliage. Free entry applies to the main palace only; the Secret Garden requires a separate booking.
Changgyeonggung Palace
Free if eligibleJongno-gu · Hyehwa Stn. (Line 4) Exit 4
A palace with a Grand Greenhouse and the Chundangji pond. Linked internally to Changdeokgung, and beautifully lit during night openings.
Deoksugung Palace
Free if eligibleJung-gu · City Hall Stn. (Lines 1, 2) Exit 2
A downtown palace where Seokjojeon sits alongside traditional halls. Open until 9pm, it's popular for evening strolls and the stone wall road; the changing of the guard is free.
Jongmyo Shrine
Free if eligibleJongno-gu · Jongno 3-ga Stn. (Lines 1, 3, 5) Exit 11
A World Heritage shrine housing the spirit tablets of Joseon kings and queens, with a meditative path through dense woods. Self-guided visits on Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays are the most relaxed.