Inwangsan, Seoul
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Facts and practical information
Inwangsan is a mountain with a height of 338 meters, located in Jongno-gu and Hongje-dong, Seodaemun-gu, central areas of Seoul, South Korea. The name literally means "mountain of generous king" in Korean. The mountain covers an area of 1,086,696.50㎡ and has many huge granite peaks which distinguish it from other mountains in Seoul. Each rock is named after its characteristic form, such as gicha bawi, chima bawi, iseul bawi, moja bawi, and jiryungii bawi. ()
Day trips
Inwangsan – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: Gyeongbokgung, National Folk Museum of Korea, Gyeonghuigung, Gwanghwamun.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Which popular attractions are close to Inwangsan?
Nearby attractions include Inwangsa, Seoul (12 min walk), Hongje-dong, Seoul (13 min walk), Buam-dong, Seoul (15 min walk), Cheongunhyoja-dong, Seoul (18 min walk).
How to get to Inwangsan by public transport?
The nearest stations to Inwangsan:
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- 개미마을종점 (11 min walk)
- Seoul History Museum/Gyeonghuigung Palace • Lines: 160, 260, 270, 271, 273, 370, 470, 471, 600, 702, 710, 720, 721, 9701, N26, N37 (33 min walk)
Metro
- Muakjae • Lines: 3 (12 min walk)
- Dongnimmun • Lines: 3 (19 min walk)