Gyeonggi (around Seoul) · 성남시 중원구
Jungwon-gu, Seongnam: what to see and do
A hillside district at the edge of the Namhansan area, with a mountain temple, a traditional-style park and a botanical garden.
Known for
- Yaksasa, a temple on the Namhansan slope
- Sagimakgol Park, with a rebuilt traditional kiln
- Seongnam Botanical Garden
What to do
Visit Sagimakgol Park to see the recreated kiln and traditional garden, then head up to Yaksasa, a small temple on the mountain slope.
Tip: Take comfortable shoes, since the temple is on a steep slope. The park is an easy, flat stop.
From Seoul: Subway, about 50 min
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