Bugahyeon-dong, Seoul

Name: Bugahyeon-dong
Address: Seoul, South Korea

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Bugahyeon-dong is a dong, neighbourhood of Seodaemun-gu in Seoul, South Korea. ()

Alternative names: Area: 113.67 acres (0.1776 mi²)Coordinates: 37°33'40"N, 126°57'14"E

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서대문구 (북아현동)Seoul South Korea

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Bugahyeon-dong – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Gyeonghuigung, Seodaemun Independence Park, Seodaemun Prison, Independence Gate.

1.1 miNE
Historic palace with an adjacent museum
Gyeonghuigung, Seoul
27 min walk • Gyeonghuigung, a serene historical gem nestled in the bustling city of Seoul, South Korea, stands as a testament to the Joseon Dynasty's architectural splendor. This palace, which served as a secondary royal villa for the king, is an emblem of Korea's rich cultural...
0.9 miN
Park
Seodaemun Independence Park, Seoul
24 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Seoul, Seodaemun Independence Park stands as a testament to South Korea's enduring spirit and its people's quest for freedom. The park, which is located in the Seodaemun-gu district, is a place of historical significance and a symbol of the...
0.9 miN
Prison history museum in 1908 jail
Seodaemun Prison, Seoul
25 min walk • Seodaemun Prison stands as a stark reminder of Korea's tumultuous history and its struggle for independence. Located in the bustling city of Seoul, this former prison now serves as a museum, shedding light on the dark days of Japanese colonial rule.
0.9 miN
Historical place
Independence Gate, Seoul
22 min walk • Dongnimmun Gate is a memorial gate located in Seoul, South Korea. The gate was built following the First Sino-Japanese War to inspire a spirit of independence away from Korea's previous status as a Chinese tributary state, which was declared by the Treaty of Shimonoseki. It was designed by Soh Jaipil, a Korean political activist.
0.7 miE
Church
Yakhyeon Catholic Church, Seoul
20 min walk • Yakhyeon Catholic Church is historic church of the Jungnim-dong, Jung District, Seoul. The parish is a part of the Archdiocese of Seoul. The official name is church of St. Joseph.
0.8 miNW
Buddhist architecture, Temple, Sacred and religious sites
Bongwonsa, Seoul
22 min walk • Bongwon Temple is a South Korean Buddhist temple in Bongwon-dong, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul, near Yonsei University. Situated to the northeast of the university on the hillside of Ahn Mountain, this is the head temple of the Taego Order of Korean Buddhism.
0.9 miNE
Museum
Gyeonggyojang, Seoul
24 min walk • Gyeonggyojang is a Japanese home built in Korea under Japanese rule located Jongno-gu, Seoul. From November 4, 1945 to 1949, it was Kim Gu's private residence and official residence, the Provisional Government of the Republic of Korea, and the headquarters of Korea Independence Party.
0.4 miW
Concerts and shows, Theater
Samsung Hall, Seoul
10 min walk • The Centennial Memorial Samsung Hall was completed in commemoration of Korea University's centennial. It houses a digital library and a number of national treasure-level properties of the Korea University Museum. The building was completed on a site of 21,000m².
1 miE
Arch
Souimun, Seoul
26 min walk • Souimun was one of the Eight Gates of Seoul in the Fortress Wall of Seoul, South Korea, which surrounded the city in the Joseon Dynasty. The gate was also known as Seosomun. The gate no longer exists, and there is a marker placed roughly where the gate once stood.
0.4 miW
Universities and schools
Ewha Womans University, Seoul
11 min walk • Ewha Womans University is a private women's university in Seoul founded in 1886 by Mary F. Scranton under Emperor Gojong. It was the first university founded in South Korea.
0.8 miSE
Neighbourhood
Jungnim-dong, Seoul
20 min walk • Jungnim-dong is a dong, neighbourhood of Jung-gu in Seoul, South Korea.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Bugahyeon-dong?

Nearby attractions include Chunghyeon-dong, Seoul (8 min walk), Samsung Hall, Seoul (10 min walk), Ewha Womans University, Seoul (11 min walk), Ahyeon-dong, Seoul (12 min walk).

How to get to Bugahyeon-dong by public transport?

The nearest stations to Bugahyeon-dong:

Metro

Ahyeon • Lines: 2 (7 min walk)
Chungjeongno • Lines: 2, 5 (13 min walk)

Bus

Sinchongicha Station • Lines: 5713 (17 min walk)
Sinchon Station Subway Line 2 • Lines: 5713 (22 min walk)

Train

Seoul (26 min walk)